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Happy April Fools Day!
On page 8 of our March 29 issue, we’ve played a little prank on PBA. Where you would normally find a photo essay and the Looks page, you instead have three Onion-esque takes on PBA life. These stories are fictional … Continue reading
Families seek federal assistance for cancer cluster
By Kristina Webb Copy Editor A map covered the wall of a guest bedroom on the first floor of Jennifer Dunsford’s house. Although not updated since December, the map looked as though it had a horrible case of the chicken … Continue reading
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Correction on article ‘Acreage seeks resolution in court’
In an article in today’s edition of the Beacon, an article describes how four families in The Acreage filed a lawsuit against defense contractor Pratt & Whitney. On Friday, after the issue had gone to print, the lawsuit was dismissed … Continue reading
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Technology inspires new major
By Kristina Webb Copy Editor Palm Beach Atlantic University’s School of Music and Fine Arts has given its church music major a fresh make-over to keep up with modern worship. Unlike church music, the new worship leadership major gives students … Continue reading
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Beacon Features: Top 10 African-American films
By Kristina Webb Copy Editor In celebration of Black History Month, here’s a list of notable African-American films. While some are historically significant, others represent ground-breaking performances by African-American actors and actresses. After reading through the list, leave us a … Continue reading
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Flowers, candy, date … demolition?
The hurricane-ravaged condo tower at 1515 South Flagler Dr. tumbled to the ground this morning, and all eyes at Palm Beach Atlantic University looked to the south. With so many photographers around campus documenting the event, we’re proud to bring … Continue reading
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Beacon Sports: Sailfish annihilate Seahawks in season opener
By Michael Noble and Jocelyn Martinez Contributing Writers The Palm Beach Atlantic University softball team opened the season winning a double-header against Northwood University’s Seahawks on Wednesday. The Sailfish dominated the contest, coming away with a run-ruled 9-0 win in … Continue reading
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Beacon News: Palm Beach Mall closes after 42 years
By Kristina Webb Copy Editor The Palm Beach Mall opened in 1967 as the largest indoor mall in the Southeast. At the intersection of Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard and Interstate 95, it had a perfect position in a central location. … Continue reading
Beacon News: South Florida aid reaches Haiti
By Kristina Webb Copy Editor Since a 7.1-magnitude earthquake shook their home on Jan. 12, the people of Haiti have looked to the sky, searching for aid that has been trickling into their shattered country. There are over 100,000 Haitian … Continue reading
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Beacon News: H1N1 vaccines arrive on campus
By Jennifer Rodino News Editor On Tuesday, the Palm Beach Atlantic University Department of Health and Wellness offered students, faculty and staff the chance to either make an appointment or walk in to receive the H1N1 vaccine or the standard … Continue reading
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Beacon News: Older dorms cause concern; upkeep requires ‘team effort’
By Jen Rodino & Kristina Webb News & Managing Editors With some dormitories on the Palm Beach Atlantic University campus over 40 years old, many students worry about the conditions of their rooms. In particular, recent concerns have been raised … Continue reading
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Beacon News: PBA buys new theater building
By Kristina Webb Managing Editor Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Theatre Department has found a new home. The university announced Tuesday that it has purchased the Ballet Florida building, located at 500 Fern St. in downtown West Palm Beach, for $1.85 … Continue reading
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Beacon Features: 5th annual Alcohol Awareness Week to begin today
By Kristina Webb Managing Editor This week, Oct. 19-23, marks the fifth annual Alcohol Awareness Week at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Organized by PBA’s Department of Health and Wellness, the event seeks to promote awareness of the dangers of alcohol … Continue reading
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Beacon News: First lady honors service volunteers
By Kristina Webb Managing Editor “Service is an integral part of higher education in America.” First lady Michelle Obama spoke these words as she addressed a crowd of more than 500 guests and reporters on Thursday for the Florida Campus … Continue reading
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Beacon News: Tears, hands tell the story
By Kristina Webb Managing Editor It was enough to send chills up the spine of even the most persistent skeptic, and seemed like a scene from a movie: Erin Brockovich, famed environmental activist, asked a crowd of almost 1,500 to … Continue reading
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Cool Alert: New amphibious car
Riding on the waves of the retro favorite and completely unique creation of the 1960s, the Amphicar, WaterCar has released its own amphibious car: the Python. Billed as “the world’s fastest, highest performing amphibious vehicle ever designed and built,” the … Continue reading
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PBA scheduled to receive 1,500 doses of H1N1 vaccine
According to Vince Diller, director of Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Department of Health and Wellness, PBA is on a list to receive 1,500 doses of H1N1 vaccine from the Palm Beach County Health Department. Although Diller has been notified that … Continue reading
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Beacon News: What’s in your water?
By Tyann Mullen & Kristina Webb Contributing Writer, Managing Editor A recent scare in a local community has students at Palm Beach Atlantic University asking the question: What’s in our water? An accumulation of brain tumors noted by several residents … Continue reading
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Beacon News: Workship offers new database
By Kristina Webb Managing Editor A new online system seeks to help Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Workship program pair students with the best possible volunteer opportunities. Beginning last month, students are now able to view online listings for organizations through … Continue reading
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