Lesbian Visibility Week is from Apr. 21 to Apr. 27, celebrating the power of sisterhood by uplifting incredible LGBTQIA+ women and non-binary people from every generation, in every field, and every country around the world; “one community, so many brilliant individuals,” according to lesbianvisibilityweek.com.

On Apr. 16, researchers from the Austrian Academy of Sciences— Österreichische Akademie der Wissenschaften (OeAW) —and the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) announced that they had discovered a series of medieval inscriptions and drawings at the site believed to have been the location of the Last Supper on Mount Zion in Jerusalem, Israel.

Many librarians learned in early April that the Trump Administration had revoked previously approved budgeting decisions, even though some previously approved grant funding had already been used. 

As the school year ends, new faces will take their place in lecture halls and dormitories as seniors cross the stage. Admitted Student Days are specifically designed so these incoming students and their families can get a glimpse of what life might be like at Geneseo. 

On Mar. 26, 2025, SUNY Geneseo was listed in a survey, conducted by Georgetown University in Washington, DC, to have a high return on investment (ROI) for one’s degree.

A sightseeing helicopter tour across the Hudson River ended in tragedy after the vehicle crashed into the river, with all six passengers, including the pilot, passing away on Thursday, Apr. 10. 

Each year, on Apr. 22, Earth Day is celebrated by many across the nation. It is a day to give back and appreciate all that the Earth provides for us. 

On Friday, Apr. 11, SUNY Geneseo announced Agya Boakye-Boaten (pronounced “Ay-jah Bwachee Bwahten”) as the new Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences. He will also hold the rank of Professor of Black and Africana Studies in the Department of Anthropology and the Center for Social Justice Studies. He will assume his role(s) on July 17, 2025.

In a pivot of normal content produced in this column, today, we will be focusing on the issue of source credibility. In order to ensure the news information you receive is factually based, not based on presumptions and possible biases, you must undergo a diligent process that will involve you putting in effort.

For decades, researchers have theorized that ancient cats in and around Cyprus—  located southeast of Greece, south of Turkey —most likely followed early farmers and then “gradually got accustomed to living with humans over thousands of years," according to The Independent. 

The global financial community has been up in arms over the new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, even against America’s supposed allies within the European Union. Building upon his previous tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada, President Donald Trump announced further financial burdens to US trading partners, and even more on countries with higher trade deficits towards the US on Wednesday, Apr. 2. These rates were expected to be called into effect on Apr. 9.

Around a hundred artifacts have been rescued from disaster in Gaza over the past century. They will now be shown at the Institut Du Monde Arabe (IMA) in Paris, France, from Apr. 3 through Nov. 2, 2025. The exhibit is named “Trésors sauvés de Gaza - 5000 ans d'histoire” or “Saved Treasures of Gaza: 5,000 Years of History” in English. IMA states, “Gaza is home to a wealth of archaeological sites from all eras that are now in peril.”

On Apr. 1, New Jersey Senator Cory Booker made history with a 25-hour and five-minute speech given on the floor of the Senate. He was assisted by other Democrats, who asked questions during the speech to give his voice a rest. During this time, Booker took no breaks. 

Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), observed in April, raises awareness about sexual violence, educates on prevention, and supports survivors. Although 2025 marks the twenty-fourth anniversary of the official recognition of SAAM, its origins date back several decades.

On Saturday, Apr. 5, over 1,400 "Hands Off!" protests took place across the nation in response to recent orders from the Trump administration, such as cuts to federal departments, mass deportations, and attacks on LGBTQ+ and abortion rights.

It is stated on the SUNY Geneseo website that “SUNY Geneseo is one of the nation’s most environmentally responsible colleges, according to The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges: 2024 Edition.” While this may be the case, in The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges: 2025 Edition, SUNY Geneseo is nowhere to be found— and it acts as a harrowing reminder that the college and its students could be doing more.

As the academic year ends, preparations must begin for next year. From processing incoming students to scheduling available courses, SUNY Geneseo must adhere to a tight schedule to complete everything in a timely manner with minimal delays. Alongside student body management, hiring new faculty is imperative.

At the beginning of March, the United States saw a protest movement for science. Since Donald Trump stepped into office, many of his actions seem to be anti-science in nature. This has led to unrest among Americans, resulting in the "Stand Up for Science" protests.

Recently, it has been noted that various campus buildings now offer free menstrual products in both women’s and gender-neutral restrooms. Not only are these products free, but they are stored in a sanitary and organized box, with a sticker stating, “In partnership with Aunt Flow, we offer freely accessible period products in this bathroom.”

On Mar. 28, SUNY Geneseo had the privilege of hosting Temple Grandin, a renowned autism activist and animal behavior expert, who delivered an inspiring public talk through the Office of Accessibility Services. The event had both in-person seating at Wadsworth Auditorium and was live-streamed for those who were unable to obtain tickets in time.