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Waffles: Belgian, American, Liège, Stroop; no matter what type you favor, they are a worldwide breakfast tradition. More importantly, they are publicly celebrated several times a year. There is some confusion surrounding the true date of Waffle Day because this Thursday, March 25, is an internationally celebrated holiday, but many in the U.S. join in the national waffle celebration that begins August 24. Some U.S. waffle fans even claim that September is National Waffle Month.

From left to right: Christina Ortega, The Coalition Against Domestic Violence of Nassau County; Kimberly Rhyan, Assistant Director Office of Student Leadership and Activities; and Chelsea Cruz, a Hofstra student and Member of the Omega Phi Beta Sorority. (NNL image by Chantal Heslop)

Hofstra University hosted a discussion on domestic violence for the surrounding Long Island community on Monday.

 The University's Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs held an event: "True Life: I've Been Affected by Domestic Violence," based off of the popular MTV series. The question-and-answer session was followed by a panel discussion with the audience. The panel consisted of four women with a personal connection to domestic abuse.