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A hand painted banner hangs on the side of Meadow Street at the March 28 "No Kings" protest organized by Indivisible Tompkins. Many protesters voiced their disapproval of the Iran war.

Ithaca feels the rippling effects of Iran war

By Isabella Edghill, Assistant News Editor April 2, 2026
From rising gas prices to travel disruptions, members of the Ithaca community are feeling the ripple effects of the Iran war since the United States and Israel launched the first airstrike of the conflict Feb. 28.
International students at Ithaca College face a difficult decision before every break; Take the long journey home or spend time on campus where there are limited facilities and interaction?

Far from Home: International students over winter break

By Mariana Contreras, Newsletter Editor January 24, 2024
While many of their peers embark on journeys home for the holidays, some international students often find themselves grappling with the complexities of staying behind. In what is usually a campus buzzing with busy energy, the quiet campus and the hushed corridors of residence halls become the backdrop for a different narrative. Navigating the winter break as an international student at Ithaca College presents a unique set of challenges that often go unnoticed. 
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