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Junior Talia Jean Weindling found the words “F--- Black people” in the gender-neutral bathroom on the third floor of Williams Hall on April 19.

UPDATE: Racist message found in Williams Hall bathroom

By Ashley Stalnecker, Staff Writer • April 19, 2018
Junior Talia Jean Weindling reported seeing the words “F--- Black people” to the Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management.
Fantasy author Tamora Pierce attended the 42nd annual Ithacon. Her characters represent a wide range of genders and sexualities, which defy stereotypes found in traditional fantasy.

Annual comic-book themed convention aims to unite community

By Adriana Darcy, Contributing Writer • March 21, 2018
Members of the Ithaca community gathered on March 24 and 25 for the 43rd annual Ithacon, a comic book convention hosted by Ithaca College.
Comic book fans of all ages wander around the Emerson Suites at last year's Ithacon. The 2017 convention on March 25–26 will feature sketch workshops, cosplay contests and children's activities.

Ithacans assemble: Comic fans unite on campus for Ithacon 42

By Silas White, Staff Writer • March 22, 2017
Bill Turner, the founder of Ithacon, said his vision of the convention has always been for it to be accessible and to serve the fans.

Public Safety Log: Nov. 7—13

December 7, 2016

November 7 Property damage LOCATION: A-Lot  SUMMARY: Caller reported unknown person damaged window of a vehicle. Officer determined mechanical problem caused damage. Master Patrol Officer Brad Bates....

The new lab, located in the Center for Natural Sciences, is now the largest centralized area for 3-D printing on Ithaca College’s campus.

H&S creates new lab for 9 additional 3-D printers at IC

By Ryan King, Contributing Writer • September 13, 2016
The new lab is now the largest centralized area for 3-D printing on Ithaca College’s campus.
The 9,000 panel solar array is currently under construction at Seneca, New York, about 40 miles away from campus, pictured above.

Solar panels to meet 10 percent of Ithaca College’s energy needs

By Faith Meckley and Sophie Johnson • February 22, 2016
A solar electric project including 9,000 solar panels that will cover 10 percent of Ithaca College’s energy needs is currently under construction.
A water pipe broke in Campus Center Feb. 16 resulting in the building being evacuated for roughly 30 minutes.

Water leaks spring up across Ithaca College campus

By Kyle Arnold, Assistant News Editor • February 17, 2016
Ithaca College experienced a string of water leaks across campus following cold weather and heavy rain.
Students who live in the Sustainability Community, now known as the Organic Gardening and Cooking Community, cook food from the organic gardens on campus, including the one on the roof of Terrace Dining Hall that was planted in the Fall.

IC students to revitalize Terrace Dining Hall rooftop gardens

By Kyle Arnold, Staff Writer • December 15, 2015
Students and faculty have teamed with the Office of Residential Life and the Office of Facilities at Ithaca College to revitalize the rooftop of the Terrace Dining Hall with possible micro-gardens, artwork and other decorations.
Senior Suba Chakraborty was born with a disability causing his leg to stop growth after his thigh. Chakraborty said the campus is a challenge for him to navigate.

Ithaca College works to address ADA compliance issues

By Maura Aleardi, Staff Writer • November 18, 2015
With 16 areas on campus cited by the Office of Civil Rights as not compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act standards, Ithaca College is currently working to resolve these issues.

Public Safety Log: March 20–March 29

April 8, 2015

March 20  Conduct Code Violation LOCATION: West Tower SUMMARY: Officer reported loud noise. One person judicially referred for underage possession of alcohol and warned for noise. Sergeant Terry O’Pray. March...

Public Safety Log: Feb. 13-19

March 4, 2015

February 13 Medical Assist LOCATION: Landon Hall SUMMARY: Caller reported general illness with vomiting and fever. Person transported to hospital by ambulance. Master Patrol Officer Bob Jones. Larceny LOCATION:...

Public Safety Log: Jan. 20 – Jan. 25

February 4, 2015

January 20 Criminal Mischief LOCATION: Holmes Hall SUMMARY: Caller reported intoxicated person causing damage to property. Person declined medical assistance with ambulance staff. Person was judicially...

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