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Huron Consulting Group will help identify some services that are not critical to Ithaca College. The college may choose to cut these services and their associated staff positions.
IC facilitates study to reduce deficit, eliciting concerns over possible cuts
By Kai Lincke, Community Outreach Manager • December 4, 2024
Ithaca College started working with the Huron Consulting Group in October to conduct a budget and resource planning study, which aims to address declining enrollment and decrease the budget deficit. Administrators will share a study update in February 2025 and incorporate some of Huron’s suggestions in the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which is due in May 2025.
Ithaca College is opening up applications for the Employee Emergency Relief Fund, managed by the college’s Office of Human Resources.
Emergency relief fund launching in Spring 2025 aims to support faculty and staff
By Kaiden Chandler, Design Editor
In January 2025, Ithaca College is opening up applications to a new resource for some college staff and faculty. The Employee Emergency Relief Fund, managed by the college’s Office of Human Resources, distributes money to the college’s employees in times of need and is entirely supported by voluntary donations from other employees. 
In 2016, then-senior Eli Gobrecht moves the ball down the field against Morrisville State College as a defender on the Ithaca College men's lacrosse team.
Lacrosse alum takes his talents to the pros
By Jacob Infald, Staff Writer
Eli Gobrecht ’16, Ithaca College men’s lacrosse alum, is leaving an impact on the sport by playing with two professional lacrosse teams, representing his country on the global stage and coaching the next generation of lacrosse players.
Stress beyond finals season: travel logistics prove difficult close to holidays
Stress beyond finals season: travel logistics prove difficult close to holidays
By Mariana Contreras, Life and Culture Editor
Though Thanksgiving break has come to an end, Ithaca College’s next break creeps right around the corner as students prepare for their last weeks of classes and finals. In addition to studying for finals, many students have to deal with the extra stress of traveling. From finances and logistics to weather conditions, there are various factors they need to consider when getting ready for the holiday break.
Since its release on Nov. 22, 'Wicked' has become the highest grossing Broadway-to-screen adaptation in the domestic box office. This film, which will be released in two parts, stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.
‘Wicked’ is holding space for fans but not for musical-cynics
By Mariana Contreras, Life and Culture Editor
One of the most awaited films of the year made its debut in theaters Nov. 22, with fans restlessly preparing to see the green-pink duo in “Wicked.” Ironically and a little tediously, the movie opens with a voiceover where Glinda addresses the Munchkins, and the audience, to address any rumors and speculations and “tell [them] the whole story.” It’s hard to measure the movie’s success and mass appeal without accounting for the existing fanbase.
Rakin "Rock" Hall, vice president for Enrollment Management and Student Success, spoke with the Faculty Council Dec. 3 about combatting the college's budget deficit.
Faculty council discusses college’s work to eliminate budget deficit
By Taylor Borash, Assistant News Editor • December 6, 2024
The Ithaca College Faculty Council met Dec. 3 to discuss the college’s ongoing work with the Huron Consulting Group and hear from two guest speakers about actions the college can take to increase enrollment and revenue.
Southern Tier Sports Corner offers an immersive experience for collectors and fans alike. With exclusive cards, memorabilia, and licensed apparel, the 4,300-square-foot store bridges hobby enthusiasts and casual sports fans under one roof.
A fresh play for sports fans: Inside Ithaca’s new card and memorabilia store
By Khari Bolden, Staff Writer • December 4, 2024
Stepping into Southern Tier Sports Corner provides an experience not seen anywhere else within Ithaca, one that hobby enthusiasts and casual sports fans from across upstate New York have been coming to visit. 
Sophomores Ari Klein and Maddie Schnitzlein get together weekly in Schnitzlein's Emerson Hall dorm room to perfect their original beats for their gigs downtown.
Sophomore students dial up the downtown DJ scene
By Tess Ferguson, Senior Writer • December 4, 2024
What started as a dorm room hobby turned sophomores Maddie Schnitzlein and Ari Klein into a dynamic duo at the helm of Ithaca nightlife. The pair began DJing at the local venues Moonies Bar & Nightclub and Lot 10 Bar and Lounge in October and have since made a name for themselves on and off campus. Despite beginning their practices solo, Schnitzlein and Klein have been perfecting their craft together and performing most Thursday nights all semester.
Editorial: Media literacy initiatives are essential campus resources
Editorial: Media literacy initiatives are essential campus resources
By The Ithacan December 4, 2024
The concept of media literacy has been rising in both journalistic circles and common discussions across campus — accusations of being “media illiterate” or assumptions that media literacy is solely an issue for those interested in communications have become a common refrain. But the concept of media literacy is not a new force, and efforts to expand the course offerings throughout the college reflect a growing interest in the field. 
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