Category Archives: Editorial

Where students gather: the growing demand for outdoor spaces at QU

Students at Quincy University express a desire for expanded outdoor activities and improved facilities to enhance campus life. Suggestions include more sports courts, seating, and relaxed spaces for socializing and studying outdoors.

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KC Range becomes a student hotspot as Quincy University crowds drive spring social scene and summer transition

a picture of the outside of the KC Range in Quincy, IL.

As the semester winds down and summer approaches, the KC Range in Quincy is shifting into a new season alongside the students who helped make it a local favorite. Known for its social atmosphere, interactive golf games, and laid-back environment, the venue is preparing for longer nights, warmer weather, and a steady mix of college students and community members. With extended hours, seasonal events, and a continued focus on entertainment, the KC Range is positioning itself as a go-to summer destination—giving students who stay in town an easy place to relax, compete, and stay connected even after classes end.

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Finding faith in the season: Lent at Quincy University

A picture of a cross with a purple cloth draped over it. Purple is the color that is associated with Lent.

At Quincy University, the season of Lent invites students into a time of quiet reflection and meaningful change. Marked by prayer, fasting, and acts of service, Lent challenges students to step back from their busy routines and focus on what truly matters. Whether through moments of silence in the chapel or small daily sacrifices, this season becomes an opportunity not just to observe a tradition, but to grow in faith, purpose, and community.

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Adams County Health Department staff discuss STI increase in the community

Adams County Health Department provides free condoms and lube to those who need them.

There has been an increase in recent years on STI cases in Adams County. ACHD has made an effort to bring these numbers down by providing affordable testing, free contraceptives such as condoms, lubrication, and other products that may help individuals experience safe-sex if they do choose to participate.

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Communicable disease risk shows a rise in Adams County

Adams County has shown an increase in communicable diseases, which seem to have no rhyme or reason. Adams County health workers sit down to talk about communicable diseases and what they feel connects to the reason to infection spreading and ways to prevent.

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Is commuting changing the image of college life?

What a morning drive looks like for college commuter.

Students and staff discuss the realities of commuting on college campuses, and what it could take to make commuters more involved on campus. Commuters include traditional and nontraditional students, so this article touches on the unfortunate reality that commuters will just not be as involved as staff would like.

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How can QU students utilize health services in their community?

Photo of Adams County Health Department in Quincy, IL.

Health services can be for anyone at the local health department, and is open for college students as well. This article discusses the importance of utilizing services within your community, and taking part in a conversation that includes putting your health first.

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