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Sophie Siegel

Sophie Siegel, Editor in Chief

Sophie Siegel is a senior political science major who previously worked as a contributing writer and staff writer. She has previously freelanced for South Florida Gay News. After graduation, she hopes to report on politics and music. In her spare time, she likes watching cult classics.

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Alcohol is allowed at some Greek life events, but the Interfraternity Council passed a resolution that will ban hard liquor from September 2019 and forward. Photo by Alex Liscio

Here’s what you need to know about Greek life parties

Sophie Siegel, Editor in Chief
April 30, 2019
FAU fraternity and sorority members dance during OwlThon, an annual fundraiser for children with chronic illnesses. Photo courtesy of OwlThon

FAU philanthropy event raises $247,000 for children with chronic illnesses

Cameren Boatner and Sophie Siegel
April 29, 2019
President John Kelly praises the school's diversity and FAU's police department. Photo by Max Jackson

President John Kelly re-appointed, receives a $350,000 bonus

Sophie Siegel, Editor in Chief
March 28, 2019
Rosie the Riveter, courtesy of Wikipedia

Opinion: How do women feel about gender bias in the workplace

Sophie Siegel, Editor in Chief
March 28, 2019
John Kelly, pictured second to left. Photo courtesy of FAU

President John Kelly might receive a $350,000 bonus, higher salary, contract extension

Sophie Siegel, Editor in Chief
March 22, 2019
Photo of Glitch Bar courtesy of their Facebook

Places to check out during the break

Sophie Siegel and Ross Mellman
March 14, 2019
Both currently have roles in SG. Photo courtesy of Celine Persaud's Facebook.

‘I’m not a puppet’: Recently elected SG President and VP took money from a conservative organization

Sophie Siegel, Editor in Chief
February 28, 2019
From left to right, Aradhana Rage, Sandi Kill and Sami-Jo Bones. Photo by Melanie Witherup.

Meet The Covenne

Sophie Siegel, Editor in Chief
February 25, 2019
The Boca House of Representatives vote on a proposal during a House meeting, similar to how students will be voting for who will represent them in Student Government later this month. Photo by Hope Dean

Who’s running for Student Government office this year?

Israel Fontoura and Sophie Siegel
February 15, 2019
Editor in Chief Sophie Siegel believes the the UP budget cut is unfair, but will continue to cover SG even closer. Photo by Cameren Boatner.

Opinion: Student Government unfairly cut our budget

Sophie Siegel, Editor in Chief
February 13, 2019
Solar Reef share a common love of Guns N' Roses. Photo by Violet Castano

Meet two FAU bands you may have never heard of

Kristen Grau and Sophie Siegel
January 24, 2019
The impeachment of Luke Turner failed narrowly last fall. Illustration by Dan Bartholomew

What do the past events of SG mean for the future?

Sophie Siegel, Editor in Chief
January 17, 2019
Sophomore English major Rihanna Davis holds up the man's sign that she stole and ripped in half. Photo by Sophie Siegel

Students protest anti-gay preacher on campus

Sophie Siegel and Hope Dean
January 15, 2019
Student Government logo. Courtesy of FAU SG.

Boca House of Representatives meets for the first time this semester

Israel Fontoura and Sophie Siegel
January 11, 2019
Reps. Alexander Suarez (left) and Michaelangelo Hamilton (right) streamed several Facebook live videos, in which former Rep. Jon Carter claims they violated Florida law by effectively holding a Student Government meeting without notifying the public. They have been removed from Facebook, but the UP linked two saved videos in the article. Photo courtesy of Facebook

Former House member petitions to remove two representatives

Sophie Siegel and Hope Dean
January 11, 2019
Veganism is different from vegetarianism because vegans don't eat any animal products like eggs or dairy, while vegetarians only skip meat. Photo courtesy of Pixabay

Students give their take on vegan options at FAU’s Boca campus

Sophie Siegel and Hope Dean
December 12, 2018
Gov. Luke Turner speaks during the House meeting on the factual issues in the Articles of Impeachment and why he believes he should stay in office. Photo by Hope Dean

Boca campus governor narrowly avoids impeachment

Sophie Siegel and Kerri Covington
November 16, 2018
Things became heated when House of Representatives members met to discuss the possible impeachment of Luke Turner. Photo courtesy of the FAU House of Representatives Facebook page

Student Government members make things ‘personal’ over Boca governor impeachment charges

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
November 16, 2018
Things became heated when House of Representatives members met to discuss the possible impeachment of Luke Turner. Photo courtesy of the FAU House of Representatives Facebook page

Student Government members to hold ‘special’ meeting

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
November 14, 2018
One of the complaints in the Articles of Impeachment is that Gov. Luke Turner spent $4,000 on his State of the Campus address, shown above, while previous governors have spent less than $200 on the event. Photo by Emma Saunders

Former Student Government member looks to impeach Boca campus governor

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
November 13, 2018
Despite the new hours next semester, the opening times of the Dunkin' Donuts in the library will not change for now, student body President Kyle MacDonald said. Photo by Alexander Rodriguez

Boca campus library to test new 24-hour opening schedule in the spring

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
November 12, 2018
A group of students stand by the free speech lawn, discussing the demonstration as others keep their distance. Photo by Chris Blackshear

Opinion: FAU needs to do a better job at warning students of traumatizing events

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
November 1, 2018
Noah Goldberg (left) was sworn in at the first Boca House of Representatives meeting Friday. Photo by Sophie Siegel

Boca House of Representatives re-elects speaker, swears in members

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
October 22, 2018
Boca Governor Luke Turner gives the "State of the Campus" address, recognizing SG's work so far this semester. Photo by Emma Saunders

FAU Boca governor discusses recent campus, Student Government accomplishments

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
October 18, 2018
Lambda United President Alex Bruens (left) and Lambda Alpha Lambda president Gabby Miernik (right) said that while they both view FAU as being LGBT-friendly, the university could take extra steps to insure it's inclusive of the entire LGBT community. Photo by Violet Castano

Out and proud: a look at LGBT services on campus

Sophie Siegel and Kerri Covington
October 15, 2018
FAU's Uber program set aside $40,000 to fund the student discounts, and will end when the money runs out. Photo courtesy of Pixabay

Comparing FAU’s Uber program to other state universities’ initiatives

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
October 8, 2018
The disqualifications were overturned due to the Elections Board, who informs students on how to run for office, breaking several statues. Photo courtesy of Flickr

About 40 candidates running for House of Representatives disqualified

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
October 8, 2018
Above is Brett Kavanaugh's Yale yearbook photo. Two of the sexual misconduct allegations took place during high school parties, while the other was in a university dorm, according to the accusers. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Should the allegations against Brett Kavanaugh be ignored?

Ross Mellman, Sophie Siegel, Michaelangelo Hamilton, and Elyscia Saint-Hilaire
October 5, 2018
Student body President Kyle MacDonald spoke about SG's future Tuesday, and released a video on social media detailing those same goals, which is pictured above. Photo courtesy of Student Government's Facebook

Student body president outlines future Student Government initiatives

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
September 26, 2018
FAU's Uber program was supposed to start in the beginning of August, but was delayed, and is currently live for students to use. Photo courtesy of Flickr

FAU student Uber discount now available

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
September 25, 2018
If registered in the Palm Beach County precinct that includes FAU, students can vote at the housing office starting Oct. 27. Photo courtesy of the U.S. Army

Early voting to be held at FAU

Sophie Siegel and Kerri Covington
September 24, 2018
Illustration by Dan Bartholomew

Opinion: Immigration can make America great again

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
September 18, 2018
A national conservative group, Turning Point USA, claims to have helped elect over 50 student body presidents in the past two years through campaign donations. Photo courtesy of Flickr

Past Student Government campaigns had ties to national conservative group

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
September 17, 2018
Photo courtesy of Ryan Lynch

The University Press’ guide to the upcoming primary election

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
August 27, 2018
Photo courtesy of Flickr.

Chick-fil-A breakfast options may be coming to FAU

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
July 16, 2018
Photo courtesy of Flickr.

FAU’s new initiative gives students cheaper Uber rides

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
July 10, 2018
Photo courtesy of Student Government

Student Government discusses possible student Uber discounts, increased school security

Sophie Siegel, Staff Writer
June 14, 2018
Kyle MacDonald and Jacqueline LaBayne. Photo courtesy of of LaBayne and MacDonald's GoFundMe page.

February election winners take special election

Sophie Siegel, Contributing Writer
April 26, 2018
Photo courtesy of Pixelbay.

Boca House discusses possible ice rink, special election in final spring meeting

Sophie Siegel, Benjamin Paley, and Nate Nkumbu
April 24, 2018
Jacqueline LaBayne and Kyle MacDonald speaking to students at the SG meet and greet. Candidates Marianne Alex and Edward Perez were not present at the event. Sophie Siegel | Contributing Writer

Student Government holds presidential candidate meet and greet

Sophie Siegel, Contributing Writer
April 19, 2018
Courtesy of yeowatzup on Flickr.

Boca House rejects bill that would “show support” for Israel

Sophie Siegel, Contributing Writer
April 17, 2018
Photo courtesy of Student Government

Boca House hears from guest speaker, considers food truck bill

Benjamin Paley, Nate Nkumbu, and Sophie Siegel
March 28, 2018
Photo courtesy of Student Government

Boca House admits five new members, shows support for Parkland

Nate Nkumbu, Benjamin Paley, and Sophie Siegel
March 22, 2018
Illustration courtesy of Dan Bartholomew

Opinion: No, this wasn’t an awkward date: The case against Aziz Ansari.

Sophie Siegel, Contributing Writer
March 3, 2018
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