The pack bears down onto his back, the straps dig into his shoulder blades while drops of sweat cascade down, absorbed by the arid dirt. The force not only pressures his shoulders, but his mind as well; the idea of representing the fallen soldiers hangs over his head, pushing him through every step. He takes out a bottle of...
This past Friday, May 10th, 2013, the student body congregated for the last time this year to celebrate an important milestone in a Jesuit student’s career- Senior Convocation. A way to honor and recognize the class of 2013 before the next step in their academic journey, convocation commemorates those seniors who have striven to achieve the ideal graduate at graduation and excelled...
For the students, it is untamed joy. For their teachers, it is needed relief. For the Jesuit senior, it’s simply another morning in the Ignatian Scholars Program.
As the 8:50 A.M bell rings, dismissing all underclassmen from homeroom to their next class, the seniors embark on quite a different journey. Every Wednesday, following a meeting in Hughes Hall, the men...
The class of 2013 has always been regarded as a very athletic class, and since freshmen year people have said they may be the most athletic class ever. Well, the class certainly lived up to the hype as they will send a record 37 athletes to play college sports.
Following a record 16 person signing day two weeks ago, the...
Pets, what could we do without them? They are our loyal companions. They are with us when we are happy. They are with us when we are
sad. Nothing can break the bond between a human and his pet.
Pets are some of the things which bring joy and happiness to Jesuit faculty itself. Each and every pet is unique in...
As the key turns in the ignition with a click, the engine instantly rumbles to life, the exhaust emitting a satisfying roar, the sound of a well-tuned dream machine, and all elements of a true classic. Pulling out of the parking lot, the engine grumbles as your hand rests on the stick shift, preparing to unleash the engine’s incredible...
It’s after school Thursday April, 18th. All the students have gone home but the faculty remains on campus. The men and women who have dedicated their lives to teaching and running Jesuit have all gathered for a special dinner and awards ceremony. As the award ceremony begins to pick up, the announcer begins to describe the recipient of the...
