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The Comenian

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The Comenian

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Meanwhile, in Ireland: The 1916 Easter Rising
Sabrina Moody, Reporter • April 28, 2023

In 1916, an insurrection, following in the failed shadow of many prior, broke out in Ireland. The week of 24 April, Easter week, saw a war break out in the streets of Dublin, with skirmishes breaking out all across the country from Limerick to Wexford.  Led primarily by drama teachers, playwrights, poets, and actors, largely inspired by the literary and theatrical works of the Abbey Theatre, the...

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The Legality of AI-Generated Material
AJ Minnich, Editor-In-Chief • April 28, 2023

With the recent surge and advancement of artificial intelligence, a whole new can of worms has opened up over the moral and ethical implications of using applications such as Midjourney, Stability AI, and, of course, ChatGPT. With that, these recent advancements have opened up a whole new sea of legal questions specifically as it relates to copyright. There are two fundamental questions at play...

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Art Students' Fear in the Shadow of Renovations
Liz Kameen, Managing Editor • April 28, 2023

Many art students have found it difficult to be excited about the HUB renovations when their buildings are in a state of disrepair.  For the majority of the fall semester, art students relayed complaints of broken easels. In addition, most of the upperclassmen art studios suffer from broken windows with peeling and chipping paint.  Although, this decay is not only limited to the studio art...

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AI, ChatGPT Offers Brainstorming Resources
Liz Kameen, Managing Editor • April 28, 2023

As technology continues to advance, ChatGPT’s ability to generate human-like text has proven to be a powerful resource and brainstorming tool, unlocking new possibilities for individuals and businesses alike.  In this article, I will explore the positives of ChatGPT and how it is transforming the landscape of resource and brainstorming tools, sparking innovation and creativity in unprecedented...

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AI Brings Considerable Drawbacks
AJ Minnich, Editor-In-Chief • April 28, 2023

As a language model, ChatGPT has a number of limitations and drawbacks that can impact its effectiveness in certain contexts. Some of the main cons of ChatGPT include: Lack of Understanding Context: ChatGPT is a machine learning model that relies heavily on statistical patterns in language. While it can generate coherent responses based on the language it has been trained on, it may struggle to...

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SCOTUS Protects Abortion Pill
Lola Offenback, Copy Editor • April 28, 2023

On Friday, April 21, the Supreme Court of the United States protected access to and rejected restrictions of mifepristone, widely known as an abortion pill. The order was unsigned, meaning an opinion was not issued. The Supreme Court subsequently froze lower-court decisions that placed restrictions on the medication.  Mifepristone is part of a two-drug regimen used by more than 5 million women...

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Arena Theatre a Casualty of HUB Renovations
Trey Atkins-Combs, Guest Reporter • April 14, 2023

Starting in the fall of 2023, Moravian University will begin a massive renovation of the Haupert Union Building (HUB). With those changes, however, comes one glaring omission: Arena Theatre.  Arena Theatre, which sits on the lower level of the HUB, directly beneath the B&G, has been the physical home of Moravian theater since 1981. But when the renovation of the HUB commences, the theater will...

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The Earthquake in Turkey and Syria Shook My World
Sara Turkdonmez, Guest Reporter • April 28, 2023

Feb. 6, 2023, was a devastating day for the citizens of Turkey and Syria, where two earthquakes of magnitudes 7.8 and 7.5 struck the same region in less than 24 hours.  The first earthquake reached 7.8 at 4 am, and the...

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Senior Reflection: Graduating Doesn’t Feel Real
John Watson, Reporter • April 28, 2023

It feels strange to be a Senior now; in some ways, it just doesn’t feel real. I remember my first day when I arrived for orientation, I couldn’t sleep at all the night before, so I was drifting in and out of sleep on...

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Commuter Corner: ChatGPT Recommendations
Lola Offenback, Copy Editor • April 28, 2023

With this refresh centered around AI and ChatGPT, I wondered, “What does AI think about being a commuter student?”  So, I asked ChatGPT, “What recommendations do you have for college commuter students?”  Here’s...

A Spectrum of The Mind: Neurodiversity at Moravian University
A Spectrum of The Mind: Neurodiversity at Moravian University
Fatimah Bouri, Copy Editor • April 28, 2023

On Friday, Mar. 21, 2023, DNA, or Disability & Neurodiversity Advocacy, held an informative forum and discussion panel covering neurodiversity in a societal and institutional context. The club, advised by Dr. Laurie Kahn,...

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Praise of the Week: Air Conditioning in Bernie Willie
Praise of the Week: Air Conditioning in Bernie Willie
AJ Minnich, Editor-In-Chief • April 28, 2023

At long last, Bernie Willie is finally getting air conditioning! One of my first articles for The Comenian was a rant on dorm life, and in it, I complained extensively about the lack of AC in Bernie Willie.  To say...

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Guns are Out of Control in the United States
AJ Minnich, Editor-In-Chief • April 28, 2023

Ah, guns. They’ve divided our nation for decades, killed tens of thousands of Americans every year, and are America’s favorite collectibles right next to Funko Pops, Squishmallows, and streaming services. What’s not...

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The “Terror” of the “T”: (Cyber) Transphobia On The Rise
Fatimah Bouri, Copy Editor • April 28, 2023

Under the guise of “free speech,” Twitter CEO and entrepreneurial juggernaut Elon Musk has allowed anyone to say basically whatever they want as a way of exercising the first amendment. What does it mean for the average...

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Lehigh Dump’s Expansion Brings Environmental, Residential Concerns
Liz Kameen, Managing Editor • April 28, 2023

Last year, the Lower Saucon Valley Council voted 3-2 to pass a zoning amendment that would essentially pave the way for the Lower Saucon Valley landfill expansion. It’s disgraceful that this expansion could pass when dozens...

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‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’: My Childhood Dream Come True
Joel Hendricks, Reporter • April 28, 2023

I want to preface this by saying how I am extremely biased here. If you aren’t a fan of the “Super Mario” franchise or are over the age of 10, this movie is not anything...

’Omori’: A Deeply Emotional RPG that Explores Mental Health in a Unique Way
ChatGPT April 28, 2023

Omori is a role-playing game developed by Omocat, released in 2020. The game has been praised for its unique art style, engaging storyline, and inventive gameplay mechanics. The...

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‘Omori’ Had Me Bawling My Eyes Out
Joel Hendricks and Todd Reedy April 28, 2023

Do we deserve forgiveness? That question, among other things, is the central theme in “Omori.” The game was revealed in 2013, yet released in 2020. It follows two characters,...

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Movies to Look for this Summer
John Watson, Reporter • April 28, 2023

With the end of the semester rapidly approaching, summer is right around the corner, and with summer comes the summer movie season. Lots of movies are coming out this summer...

AI Reviewing Media? What a Joke!
Joel Hendricks, Reporter • April 28, 2023

AI can be a tool. However, whether that tool is useful or not is a different story. Looking specifically at AI-generated text, the idea is still the same. I won’t deny that...

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‘Final Fantasy VII’ Part 2 - A Supernova of an Impact
Joel Hendricks, Reporter • April 28, 2023

Welcome back to the second part of my narrative criticism of “Final Fantasy VII.” Part one, which you can find here, consisted of using rhetorical strategies in an attempt...

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Professor Spotlight: Samuel C. Rhodes
October 14, 2022

Dr. Samuel Rhodes is an assistant professor of political science. He earned his B.A. at Shippensburg University and his M.A. and Ph.D. from Washington...

USG Roundup: Offering Club Support, Upcoming Changes
USG Roundup: Offering Club Support, Upcoming Changes
Liz Kameen, Managing Editor • April 14, 2023

• Dining services are offering new graband-go style breakfast sandwiches in the B&G, located near the sushi station. • The Academic Planning...

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