Student News Impacting the Caribbean One Story at a Time
Should Northwestern University’s student newspaper apologize for practicing journalism? Written By Maxiene Cabo edited by Hope Charles-Pierre STT- In their nine-paragraph letter, in early November, the editorial staff at The Daily Northwestern student newspaper published a highly controversial apology. There was immediate backlash from veteran journalists. On behalf of journalism students and entry-level journalists, I …
by Christopher McDonald STT– On November 30, UVI SGA President Christopher McDonald had the opportunity to interview Aliyah Boston, native Virgin Islander the Most Valuable Player (MVP) for the 2019 Paradise Jam Reef Tournament. Aliyah Boston, native Virgin Islander the Most Valuable Player (MVP), 2019 Paradise Jam Reef Tournament. Aliyah spoke about her journey at …
reported by Lana Cuffy Is There Competition with The New Pier in St. Kitts? Charlotte Amalie—The Caribbean is the fastest growing cruise destinations sector in the world, and St. Kitts has added a major new cruise pier. It is now a perfect example of a competitor for St. Thomas, in the United States Virgin Islands, …
Interviewer: Hope Charles-Pierre It is illegal in the United States Virgin Islands for an adult to be in a romantic relationship with a minor. Yet, it has been a known fact, in the islands for quite some time, that pedophilia, in regards to older men dating younger girls is an issue. Sexual …
Creative Poetry Slam: Halloween Edition by: Yari Munoz Poetry Jams/Slams are favorites on college campuses and UVI is no exception. In the past month, UVI students were treated to two events; one on Oct. 29 the day before Halloween, and the other on Nov. 20. During the debut event, UVI seemed to have caught the …
It Starts with A Spark! reported by Christopher McDonald STT – Everyday thousands of researchers are experiencing hot topics in areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (S.T.E.M.). On Tuesday, November 15 UVI students from the Albert A. Sheen and St. Thomas campuses traveled to Anaheim, California to attend the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority …
Steelers-Browns fight: Myles Garrett suspended indefinitely after helmet swing, two other players punished The NFL has announced punishment stemming from the Steelers-Browns brawl by Patrik Walker @VoiceOfTheStar Nov 15, 2019 The NFL took swift and sharp action against Myles Garrett less than 24 hours after he forcefully removed the helmet of Mason Rudolph and swung it at his head, suspending …
by Kendrekus Jackson Calling the shots, on the court and off, Asia Vetter is definitely UVI’s BOSS It’s more than what meets the eye with University of the Virgin Islands 2019 graduate and newest assistant women’s basketball coach, Asia Vetter. I have seen a lot and experienced much in life, so I am a pretty …
By Ahriya Fearon The University of the Virgin Island Women’s Basketball Team consists of a group of women that share the common love for the game of basketball. These young ladies are skilled athletes who come from the U.S Virgin Islands and the Continental U.S. These ladies are on a journey to not only excel …
By: Ahriya Fearon The University of the Virgin Island Men Basketball Team consists of a group of men that share the common love for the game of basketball. These young men are skilled athletes who come from the U.S Virgin Islands, United States Of America, and even as far as the United Kingdom. These men …
