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The Hot Stove: Minimizing harm key for esports

By Steve Derderian, Columnist November 3, 2014
Columnist Steve Derderian believes we need to minimize the potential harm that comes with esports, rather than debate whether or not it's a sport.
More than 2,000 of the worlds best gamers competed in front of 18,000 spectators at the MLG Championship in Anaheim, California, in June 2013.

Esports break onto scene as new form of competition

By Kira Maddox, Managing Editor October 29, 2014
With emerging technology, esports are becoming comparable to traditional sports.
From left: Frank Kruppa, public health director of Tompkins County and  Sigrid Connors, director of patient services at Tompkins County Health Department participate in a media rountdable on Oct. 20.

Ebola outbreak prompts local health facilities to prepare for emergencies

By Aisling Brennan, Staff Writer October 29, 2014
The Ebola outbreak in West Africa is causing the international community to react to the spread of the virus and local communities are following suit.
Rebekah Edson holds up the shirt she wore to a fraternity party on Sept. 27. She hopes her story will allow others to come forward and seek help.

Commentary: Sexual assault victims deserve more help and resources

By Rebekah Edson October 22, 2014

Sexual violence is an ongoing issue on college campuses nationwide, as well as in other institutions on a global scale. Many times, victims are not given the resources to deal with the problem. A victim...

Downtown Ithaca businesses attract students with new discount program

By Sara McCloskey and Taylor Barker October 8, 2014
The Downtown Ithaca Alliance launched the Downtown Ithaca Student Discount Program to encourage more college students to visit businesses downtown.
The Hammond Health Center has begun receiving flu vaccinations, pictured above, for the flu season, which peaks between December and March. Last year, the number of students diagnosed with flu-like illness peaked at 238.

College begins preparation for upcoming flu season

By Evan Popp, Staff Writer October 1, 2014
In preparation for the upcoming influenza season, the Hammond Health Center at Ithaca College is putting together a campaign to get as many students vaccinated as possible, Dr. Vivian Lorenzo, director of medical services at the college’s Health Center, said.
Shareholders and media tour Rev Ithaca, the newly furnished hub for local start-up businesses in Ithaca, in the Carey Building Sept. 22.

Downtown Ithaca hosts official grand opening of new business incubator

By Sabrina Knight, Staff Writer September 24, 2014
A new collaborative co-working space for budding entrepreneurs officially opened its doors Sept. 22, just eight months after the project was initially announced.
A glass of beer sits on the bar at Bandwagon Brewpub in downtown Ithaca. Bandwagon is one of the many breweries in Central New York which have preserved traditional brewing practices.

New York’s rich craft beer history explained in Cornell University exhibit

By Amanda Hutchinson, Senior Writer September 10, 2014
Cornell University's exhibit "For a Quart of Ale is a Dish Fit for a King" delves into the history of craft breweries in the upstate and central New York.
Ithaca College explores 3-D printing with archaeological sites

Ithaca College explores 3-D printing with archaeological sites

By Alexandra Peksa, Contributing Writer September 10, 2014
With everyday advances in technology, new resources are becoming increasingly available to students. As a working example of this, Ithaca College joined the likes of neighboring Cornell University last December by purchasing its own 3-D printer.
From left, Utica College junior defender Patricia Kane tries to steal the ball from sophomore midfielder  Riley Marion during the Bombers’ 15–0 win against the Pioneers on April 24 at Higgins Stadium.

Bomber Roundup 4/23 — 4/28

April 29, 2014
A wrap-up of the latest games from the past week.
Senior Griffin Reid hits a backhand shot during the men’s tennis team’s practice April 22 in Glazer Arena. Reid has a 5–1 record against Empire 8 conference opponents this season.

Men’s tennis causes a racket in unbalanced Empire 8 conference

By Jonathan Beck, Staff Writer April 23, 2014
In a weak Empire 8 conference this season, the Blue and Gold are hoping for a strong push in the E8 tournament.

College and City: April 17

April 16, 2014
Izzy Awards to recognize independent journalists, film director to present documentary screening, and more.
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