By Marie O'Neal, Staff Writer You may have noticed some new faces around campus this semester. Throughout the summer, the Newman community has expanded. Since July, Newman has welcomed 14 new faculty and staff members. Let’s take a closer look at two of our newest community members:

By Madeline Alvarez, Editor-In-Chief Although students and faculty were hoping for a coronavirus-free semester, the first case of the virus on campus was confirmed on Aug. 25, the second day of classes. As of Wednesday, there were four positive cases reported in the Newman community. Here’s

By Cole Schnieders, Copy Editor Mabee Dining Center is striving to offer students a similar dining experience as in years past, while taking precautions against COVID-19 transfer while eating. Food Services Director Chris Heck said that his main concern this semester is giving students options while keeping them safe.

By Hadassah Umbarger, Staff Writer Merlini Hall, the vacant residence hall on campus, hasn’t been used for two years. Now the old building has been given a new job as a safe area to keep infected or possibly infected students separated from their peers and teachers. Interim Director of