Image courtesy of Brooke Birckhead Valentine's Day is typically filled with flowers, candy and gifts shared among loved ones, whether they be family or friends. However, few people know the true origins of this international holiday. According to the History Channel  article "History of Valentine's Day," the Catholic Church recognizes at least three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus. One frequently mentioned story states that during the third century, Emperor Cla

Graphic courtesy of Kate Donaldson. Happy Thursday Sea Gulls, let’s take a look into the weather for this weekend: Thursday : Today is not as warm as the past couple of days but there’s only a few more days of cold until we head into next week. This morning, we had temperatures sitting in the low 30s, but we have a high of 38 for today with partly cloudy skies. We are experiencing a NW wind with some heavy gusts, 10-30 MPH. Due to these wind gusts this afternoon, the wind chi

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but in Salisbury, finding one that truly lives up to that idea can feel surprisingly difficult. Too often, breakfast spots either play it safe or lean heavily on aesthetics while forgetting about the food. That’s why Mad Hatter Café stands out. It proves that a place can have personality and  deliver quality. The Alice in Wonderland theme immediately sets the café apart. The name is catchy, the décor is creative and th

Exterior of Guerrieri Student Union. Interior of GSU where students can find the involvement fair. Salisbury University is expected to host its regular Student Involvement Fair tomorrow at 2 p.m. indoors in the Guerrieri Student Union. The event will conclude the Welcome Week activities. Incoming and returning students can attend to meet representatives of registered student organizations. Clubs in attendance will be able to share when t

Students discussing in class. Image courtesy of Tessah Good. It’s finals week at SU, and it’s not just students who are preparing. Here is an inside take on how professors keep students engaged the week before finals and how their students feel about it.   Why it matters: Student burnout increases as finals approach, making classroom engagement more challenging.   Why Now: Students are feeling tired and burned out as the semester comes to an end. Professors are having to find

SU's newest food delivery driver, the Avride robot. Image courtesy of Tessah Good. Robots have officially taken over. Well, at least at Salisbury University. Multiple robots have been spotted around campus. One robot was seen yesterday afternoon in front of the library. The four-wheeled device rolled its way to the Tunnel by Maggs Gym, before crossing the street to go to Fulton. So, what are these robotic visitors? The new robots are made by a company called Avride. They are

Apps Fizz and Yik Yak. Photo courtesy of Sofia Arnaiz Social media is on the rise, specifically with anonymous apps such as Fizz, Tea and Yik Yak. These apps have become popular and increasingly evident at Salisbury University, allowing students to comment or post anonymously. Fizz was first brought to campus in 2024 when ambassadors from the app came and gave out free merchandise for students who downloaded the app. Since then, the apps use has grown. The app even allows st

Bagel Bakery’s loaded and toasted crab dip bagel. Image courtesy of Aaron Simon. Breakfast is a very important meal of the day, especially for college students that have early morning classes. Bagel Bakery Café offers a variety of choices like bagels, pastries and more.   Walking into Bagel Bakery Cafe’ I immediately noticed the inviting atmosphere. They have a very local feel, making it easy to relax before your day. I got the crab dip bagel at $14.49, and it was one of the

Sign on Kitten Kafe's door. Image courtesy of Jack Jeffrey.   Kitten Kafe, located on 302 Kay Avenue in Salisbury, has helped rescue cats in Wicomico County since May 2023. They also work to get the rescued cats adopted into loving homes.  Cats at Kitten Kafe. Image courtesy of Jack Jeffrey. Why it matters : Kitten Kafe helps to rescue and rehabilitate cats that come into their care. Without the help of Kitten Kafe, there would be many cats in the area who do not have a home.

Food for the Flock main pantry in GSU. Food for the Flock is an on-campus food pantry that provides nonperishable food items to students, staff and faculty since 2018. Members of the campus community can visit the main location outside the bookstore on the first floor of the Guerreri Student Union once a week. If the visitors show a valid SU ID, they’re allowed to fill up to two bags worth of goods in the pantry. The food pantry, which is open seven days a week, also has box

Photo Courtesy of Cole Simms - Sports Editor The Baltimore Orioles find themselves in revamp mode this offseason.   The first major move of the period was bringing in former associate manager of the Cleveland Guardians Craig Albernaz. Former interim manager Tony Mansolino was brought on by the Braves as a 3rd base coach, with the rest of the coaching staff being shuffled around as well.   Albernaz worked directly with one of the most well-regarded managers in the league and m

Image courtesy of Josiah Comfort. As Salisbury University celebrates its centennial year, another celebration took place on Tuesday, Nov. 11: the annual Veterans Day Ceremony.   Veterans Day was first celebrated in the United States in 1954 and has been an annual national holiday ever since. Its purpose is to honor veterans of all branches of the United States Armed Forces.   Image courtesy of Josiah Comfort. The ceremony, held in the Great Hall of Holloway Hall, hosted four

Sammy's Salis-Berry Swirl is a flavor to not miss. Image courtesy of Aaron Simon. Island Creamery has been a favorite spot for Salisbury students and locals alike for a long time. Whether it’s grabbing a cone after class or catching up with friends on the weekend, it’s a place that feels familiar, welcoming and very beachy.   This year, to celebrate 100 years of Salisbury, the two teamed up to create an iconic flavor, “Sammy’s Salis-Berry Swirl.” This flavor combines strawber

Image courtesy of Eric Carr. Salisbury Club baseball has made a significant impact since registering through CSIL in 2015. They were most recently the NCBA New Penn Champions just a year ago and are six-time conference champions since formation. The club offers a unique opportunity for students to bond and play baseball at a competitive level or a chance at a reset for some. Griffin Harvey, a recent alumni and former player, spoke on the topic. “I feel like a lot of people wh

Salisbury University will host its third and final event about Islamic Mysticism at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 11 in Conway Hall Room 317. The event is sponsored by SU’s Fulton Public Humanities Program, which has already hosted two workshops throughout the beginning of the semester. Here’s what you need to know in case you missed it: What happened: Professor Emilio Alzueta first kicked off the Islamic Mysticism series on Sept. 18. He guided the audience through a two-day workshop abo

Image courtesy of Jeremy Carr. SU Women’s Basketball is looking to make a statement this upcoming season.  The team recently unveiled their schedule with their home opener just around the corner. The Sea Gulls take on Washington College on November 8, their first of nine home games in the campaign. Nicole Miller is a third-year guard for the Sea Gulls who has developed into a key contributor for the squad. She improved her shooting percentage in both three-point attempts and

Image courtesy of Tessah Good. Salisbury University continues its four decade-long efforts to go green in more ways than one. Here are five ways SU is practicing sustainability right now. 1.      Recycling Spring 2022: Give & Go Donation Stations and Drive Thru Events Students can place donations including clothes, school supplies and room necessities inside the labeled blue bins around campus. Fall 2023: Office Mini-Trashcan Program Campus office buildings have bins with a l

Glow Texas Hold' em proved to be one of the most popular table games of the night. Image courtesy of Cole Simms. As the first ever fall break approached for SU students, SOAP (Student Organization for Activity Planning), brought a unique concept to campus. Glow Casino created excitement to experienced and first year players alike.  Samantha Vigneault helped plan the unique event. She was happy to see the vision come to fruition. One of the goals of the event was to give stude