The Student News Site of John Jay College of Criminal Justice

The Sentinel

The Student News Site of John Jay College of Criminal Justice

The Sentinel

The Student News Site of John Jay College of Criminal Justice

The Sentinel

Courtesy of Angelis Carrero
The Rise of the Natural Hair Movement
Angelis Carrero, Writer • May 19, 2023

As the natural hair movement has gained momentum recently, the choice of many women to remain natural instead of straighten their hair has reawakened the discussion of the pressure some experience to conform to European beauty...

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"BookTok" at John Jay
Maleea Gallaspy, Staff • May 16, 2023

With TikTok becoming increasingly popular for younger generations, BookTok has become an equally popular forum that discusses and recommends different books, causing a huge increase in people beginning to read more. BookTok...

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The Path To Law School
Angelis Carrero, Writer • April 29, 2023

Aspiring lawyers at John Jay can access many resources and opportunities to help them prepare for law school such as the Pre-Law Institute and the Law Society Club. The Pre-Law Institute provides aspiring lawyers with real-world...

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John Jay Announces Closure of Communications & Theatre Arts Department
The fate of the department's courses and its' adjuncts remain under discussion between the Union and the administration.
Lauren Braithwaite and Karla Saenz April 28, 2023

After a nine year discussion on the fate of the Communications and Theater Arts Department, Interim-Provost Pease confirmed the department will close in August 2023, upsetting many professors and students. The long-awaited...

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From Mornings to Nights: Ramadan at John Jay College
Umaima Ali , Staff • April 25, 2023

Ramadan, a time for self-reflection, came to an end on Thursday, April 20th, prompting Muslim students to reflect on their experiences while attempting to practice their faith on campus. Muslim students' faiths are strengthened...

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