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Mercy Debates Over Sealed Windows in Dorms

Safety. Security. Liability. These are some of the conditions that led to the window restrictions on the ground floor of the Mercy College dorms. A screw was placed in order to "not allow them to open more than six inches," according to Mercy administration.

So You Want To Be...A Criminal Scene Investigator?

Dusting For Prints? No Prob. Fire Some Guns? Sure. Dead Bodies? Umm, no.
Frank Nicolosi, a member of the Westchester County Police Ballistics Unit and Senior Firearms Examiner/Investigator, ran the fragment of an evidence bullet under the comparison microscope in his office. On the other side of the microscope, Nicolosi placed one of three test bullets so he could compare the striations of one bullet to the other.

Relationships In The Classroom Not Always The Wisest

Boy meets girl. Boy pursues girl. Girl falls head over heels for boy. It takes work to make it work. Relationships are among one of the most difficult things to develop and maintain. Each relationship is different in its own way, and because everyone's personalities differ, it is more difficult to fall in love.

Cheater-Cheater, Don't Be A Repeater

Deandre Ellis thought he could pull it off. In fact, he went through with it. The 17-year-old and former Schenectady High School student from upstate New York posed as a female student to take a Regents Exam in place of the real student he was masquerading for.

Mercy Dorms Looking For New RAs

By John Ceravino Mercy College will be saying goodbye to all four of its Residential Assistants at the end of this semester as all will be graduating this fall. "It's sad, but at the same time I am very proud of them and I am sure they will go on to do great things," said Dean of Student Affairs, Irene Delgado.

Dietary Supplements: Why the FDA Doesn't Have To Approve Them

There is a fine line that differentiates the terms drug and dietary supplement. Both are prevalent necessities in the everyday lives of many American citizens and account for billions among billions of dollars in annual gross for pharmaceutical companies. Drugs (whether to be perceived as good or bad) aid in the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of a condition or disease by definition.

'Textual Harrasment' On The Rise

She texts not once, not twice, but three times while he's in the movie theatre. He texts every 15 minutes until she gives him a response. Some unfortunate souls can't even get through dinner without someone who is pursuing them to make their phone buzz multiple times.

Domestic Violence Taking Center Stage After Rhianna Incident

One in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime, according to a new study by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. The recent events regarding pop stars Chris Brown and Rhianna have brought attention to domestic violence among young adults over the past month.

Darwin's Birthday Renews Evolution Debate

Feb. 12 marked the 200th birthday of Charles Darwin, the man responsible for founding the belief in evolution. That is the belief that life on earth evolved by means of natural selection, a process through which plants and animals change over time by adapting to their environments.

Spring Breakers Warned To Double Think Visits To Mexico

Every year for spring break, Mexico is the desired place to be, but for this year, college students are being strongly urged not to go due to the escalating drug violence and the lowered drinking age. Students are not being told to not go, but are being warned before their arrival.

Music Technology Hits A High Note On WP Campus

The Music Industry and Technology program is a tucked away treasure in White Plain that makes an impressive addition to Mercy's degree offerings. Only 12 years in existence, this facility offers extensive preparation for job opportunities and other music/sound related professions.

End of Days? Experts Discuss Various Theories?

People are walking down the street; perhaps they are going to the movies, to school, or are on their way to their job on a bright and sunny day when suddenly, all atoms that make up the earth cease to exist. All that was ever known, in an instant, simultaneously vanishes into oblivion.

TECH WATCH: Find Your Inner Geek

Whether you embrace technology or fear it, if you are reading this, it must grab your attention. Do you want to know what the latest in hardware is so you can have it? Are you waiting for Vistas replacement already? Maybe you just want to know when AI will graduate ahead of you to get the job you're hoping for.

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