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Mingled with an in-depth look at addiction in all of its forms, Cole peppers advice and warnings to his listeners throughout "KOD."

Review: J. Cole crafts a killer cultural critique

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
April 30, 2018
Senior hurdler Amber Edwards finishes in first place in the 60-meter hurdles at the Ithaca Quad in the Athletics and Events Center on Jan. 21, 2017. Edwards ran to a time of 9.36 seconds.

WATCH: Senior hurdler hopes to make a return at nationals

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
April 11, 2018
Graduate student Katherine Pitman pole-vaults at the Ithaca Bomber Invitational and Multi on Feb. 3 at the Athletics and Events Center.

Graduate student looks back on leadership role

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
February 28, 2018
Luca Maurer, Program Director for the Center for LGBT Education, Outreach and Services on campus, speaks with graduate student Steve Ganett during the second annual PRIDE night.

PRIDE Night promotes positivity during basketball games

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
February 13, 2018
Freshman guard Cooper Macklin brings the ball up during the Bombers’ 100–72 victory over SUNY Canton on Nov. 17 at Ben Light Gymnasium. Macklin is averaging five points per game.

Freshman discusses recovering from knee injury

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
January 31, 2018
Sophomore Matt Maloney writes that music reviews should not raise artists to a godlike status, because musicians are simply people.

Commentary: Music journalism should not be worship culture

By Matt Maloney
November 15, 2017
Damian Lillard is a basketball player for the Portland Trail Blazers and is coming to prominence in the world of music. His first album, “The Letter O,” was released in 2016. One year later, “Confirmed” was released Oct. 6.

Review: Dame D.O.L.L.A drops the ball on latest rap release

By Matt Maloney, Multi Media Editor
November 7, 2017
Rhapsody blends her personal life with cultural drama on her latest album "Laila's Wisdom." Based on advice from her grandmother, "Laila's Wisdom" is an opportunity for Rhapsody to give back to her fans.

Review: Rapsody spreads wisdom on latest rap release

By Matt Maloney, Multimedia Editor
October 2, 2017
Sophomore forward Ally Christman and junior defenseman Siobhan Swayne of SUNY Cortland competing for possession of the ball. The Bombers lost to Red Dragons Sept. 13 1–0.

Weekend preview: Bombers look to compete on the road

By Matt Maloney, Multimedia Editor
September 16, 2017
Sophomore forward Max Barish and sophomore defender Garrett Sweeney of SUNY Cortland battle for the ball during the Bombers' home opener against the Red Dragons, losing the game 1–0.

Weekend preview: Bombers look to get back on top

By Matt Maloney, Multimedia Editor
September 9, 2017
"SATURATION" II is the middle album in a trilogy by Brockhampton, a progressive rap group that stylizes itself as a boyband.

L&C Review: Rap group infuses novelty into saturated genre

By Matt Maloney, Multimedia Editor
August 31, 2017
Sophomore attacker Will Witter with the ball and looking to pass the ball to a teammate before freshman defender Spencer Carter comes in to defend. The Bombers defeated Elmira College 19–4 April 26.

Weekend Preview: three teams celebrate Senior Day

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
April 27, 2017
Kendrick Lamar's newest album, "DAMN.," released April 14 and features guest appearances by U2, Rihanna and Zacari. "DAMN." is Lamar's sixth album and follows the 2016 release "untitled unmastered."

Review: Kendrick Lamar conquers the hip-hop competition

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
April 26, 2017
Sports One-on-One: Trevor Thompson

Sports One-on-One: Trevor Thompson

By Brody Staub and Matt Maloney
April 25, 2017
Sophomore infielder Vanessa Brown beginning her swing and looking to make contact at the team's game against Buffalo State April 13.

Weekend Preview: spring sports in the home stretch

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
April 21, 2017
Punks Against Fascism concert touches on political hostility

Punks Against Fascism concert touches on political hostility

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
April 19, 2017
“13 Reasons Why” is a 13 episode Netflix series produced by Selena Gomez. The show recently came under fire for its inaccurate portrayal of mental illness despite Gomez’s claims that the show is an educational experience.

Review: Netflix mixes its messages in controversial series

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
April 18, 2017
Sophomore infield Ellie Murray slides into second base in the Bombers's 7–0 win against Buffalo State April 13.

Weekend Preview: four teams will be competing at home

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
April 15, 2017
PRSSA holds SWISH for Make-A-Wish basketball tournament

PRSSA holds SWISH for Make-A-Wish basketball tournament

By Alisha Tamarchenko and Matt Maloney
April 12, 2017
"ALL-AMERIKKKAN BADASS" is the sophomore release from popular New York rapper, Joey Badass and is an attack against the current American political attitude.

Review: Young rapper defies American attitude

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
April 11, 2017
Senior Trevor Thompson at the contact point in his swing during the Bombers' home game against SUNY Oneonta. The team travels to Elmira, New York to play Elmira College in a triple header April 8 and April 9.

Weekend Preview: Seven sports teams prepare for competition

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
April 6, 2017

Weekend Preview: Spring sports are on the road

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
March 31, 2017
Drake's "More Life" released, March 18, is the ninth studio album from the world famous hip-hop artist.

Review: Drake’s latest pop-rap fusion lacks life and heart

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
March 29, 2017
Comic book fans gather for 42nd annual Ithacon

Comic book fans gather for 42nd annual Ithacon

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
March 27, 2017
Defenseman senior Austin Smith picks up a ground ball in the Bombers' 12–6 win over SUNY Oneonta March 21 at Higgins Stadium. Smith had three ground balls on the day.

Weekend Preview: Spring sports are in full swing

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
March 24, 2017
Junior guard Jordan Beers dribbles past Hartwick's senior forward Jacqui Foreman. The Bombers defeated the Hawks 60–49 Feb. 11 in Ben Light Gymnasium.

Weekend preview: Four teams prepare for home competition

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
March 3, 2017
"HNDRXX" is the second album in two weeks from popular rapper Future. The album features tracks with guest artists The Weeknd and Rihanna.

Review: Future’s ‘HNDRXX’ marks a new era in rapper’s career

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
March 1, 2017
Sports One on One: Carroll Rich

Sports One on One: Carroll Rich

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
February 23, 2017
Senior forward Shayna Gaskins plays Jan. 28 in Ben Light Gymnasium. The Bombers will play Hartwick College at 8 p.m. Feb. 24.

Weekend preview: Spring sports begin competition

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
February 23, 2017
Incoming president Shirley Collado meets with student media

Incoming president Shirley Collado meets with student media

By Connor Duffy and Matt Maloney
February 23, 2017
The men's basketball team huddles up during its game Feb. 16 against Houghton College in Ben Light Gymnasium. The Bombers did not make the Empire 8 Championships for the second year in a row.

Men’s basketball looks toward future after lackluster year

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
February 20, 2017
Senior guard Alli Ricchiuti dribbles down court Feb. 16 against Houghton College. This was the Bombers final game of the regular season.

IC women’s basketball head coach discusses team’s success

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
February 18, 2017
Freshmen Kaitlyn Scott competes in the 400-yard individual medley in the Ithaca Invitational Feb. 11 in the Athletics and Events Center. Scott finished first with a time of 5:01.04.

Weekend Preview: Winter sports are coming to a close

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
February 17, 2017
Sophomore guard Annie Giannone dribbles around Houghton's sophomore guard Brittany Lenart. The Bombers won 74–48.

Women’s basketball closes out regular season undefeated at home

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
February 16, 2017
IC Voicestream holds concert for Planned Parenthood

IC Voicestream holds concert for Planned Parenthood

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
February 13, 2017
Ithaca locals rally to support Planned Parenthood

Ithaca locals rally to support Planned Parenthood

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
February 12, 2017
Junior guard Marc Chasin shoots a free throw in the Bombers win against Elmira College 83–67 Feb. 7. With the win, the Bombers snapped its six game loosing streak.

Weekend Preview: winter sports prepare for big competition

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
February 9, 2017
Ithaca celebrates winter season with Fire and Ice Festival

Ithaca celebrates winter season with Fire and Ice Festival

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
February 8, 2017
The women's basketball team huddle together before their game against Utica College Jan. 26. The Bombers won 70-56.

Weekend preview: Three teams prepare for home competition

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
February 2, 2017
Junior guard Joey Flanagan goes around St. John Fisher's junior guard Tyler English on Jan. 28. Flanagan scored 14 points, a season high for him.

Junior becomes key player on a young basketball team

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
January 31, 2017
Ithaca College Students Finish MLK Week with Day of Service

Ithaca College Students Finish MLK Week with Day of Service

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
January 30, 2017
Sophomore Carolyn Nichols competes in the floor exercise at the Ithaca Tri-Meet in the Ben Light Gymnasium and earned a score of 9.575. The gymnastics team will compete next against SUNY Brockport at 1 p.m. on Feb. 4 in Brockport, New York.

Weekend preview: Seven teams prepare for weekend competition

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
January 26, 2017
Sports One on One: Senior club basketball player Ahmad Boyd

Sports One on One: Senior club basketball player Ahmad Boyd

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor
December 8, 2016
Junior guard Tyler Lemza attempts a shot over Wells College sophomore forward David Dames on Dec. 6 in Ben Light Gymnasium.

Men’s basketball defeats Wells College in front of home crowd

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
December 7, 2016
Ithaca's Finest: pageant celebrates Ithaca College seniors

Ithaca’s Finest: pageant celebrates Ithaca College seniors

By Alex Klein, Luke Harbur, and Matt Maloney
November 15, 2016
Young squad looks to lift men's basketball teams record

Young squad looks to lift men’s basketball teams record

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
November 9, 2016
Women's soccer falls to Stevens in Empire 8 Championships

Women’s soccer falls to Stevens in Empire 8 Championships

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
November 6, 2016
Women's soccer team wins in overtime against Nazareth

Women’s soccer team wins in overtime against Nazareth

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
November 5, 2016
Senior Cate Douglass beats Elmira College junior Sara Kazerouni to the ball in the Bombers game Oct. 18. The Bombers defeated the Soaring Eagles 8–1.

Women’s soccer excels in win over Elmira Soaring Eagles

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
October 18, 2016
Sophomore goalkeeper Stacey DiGiorgio takes a goal kick in the Bombers game against the Rochester Institute of Technology on Oct. 4.

Sophomore goalkeeper launches into new role for Bombers

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
October 18, 2016
Ithaca College women's soccer suffers first conference loss

Ithaca College women’s soccer suffers first conference loss

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
October 15, 2016
Sports One on One: Sophomore tennis player Caroline Dunn

Sports One on One: Sophomore tennis player Caroline Dunn

By Connor Duffy and Matt Maloney
October 12, 2016

IC women’s soccer scores 7 goals in win against Utica

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
September 28, 2016
Senior forward Holly Niemiec played 61 minutes in the Bombers 2–2 tie with Hartwick College on Sept. 24 at Carp Wood Field.

Women’s soccer team ties Hartwick College in double overtime

By Matt Maloney, Staff Writer
September 24, 2016
Senior forward and midfielder Jess Demczar runs away from a SUNY Farmingdale defender Sept. 11 on Carp Wood Field. The Bombers defeated the Rams 1–0 in double overtime.

Women’s soccer eclipses SUNY Farmingdale in double overtime

By Matt Maloney, Contributing Writer
September 11, 2016
Senior Jocelyn Ravesi scored the game-winning goal of the Bombers home opener against the SUNY Oneonta Red Dragons Sept. 7. The Bombers won 1–0.

Women’s soccer picks up 1–0 win against SUNY Oneonta

By Matt Maloney, Contributing Writer
September 7, 2016

Women’s soccer team begins season with a 2–0 victory

By Matt Maloney, Contributing Writer
September 3, 2016
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