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Trump revives controversial construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline

On Jan. 24, President Trump signed executive orders directing the Army Corps of Engineers to “review and approve in an expedited manner” the further construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline. The Dakota Access Pipeline has become increasingly controversial over the last couple months. One of the four states in which the DAPL goes through is […]

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The Evolving Linkages between Parenthood and Marriage

Like Jesus or Wonder Bread, marriage – and more specifically, marriage characterized by cozy, picket-fence domesticity – is deeply woven into American life and consciousness. Few traditions are as discussed and disputed; few are so loathed and loved. While marriage retains its significance, if symbolically, among Americans today, the institution itself is evolving, and rapid […]

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Arts and Culture

Diverse performances bring dynamism to Dance Fest 2017: Unmasked

Dance groups are an integral part of the arts here at Wheaton College and, not surprisingly, prove to be their best when they embrace the spirit of collaboration. On the evening of Friday Feb. 17, Tap Out Loud and Paraíso Latino joined forces for a night of energetic and eclectic dance numbers on the Weber […]

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Prospective Students Day showcases Admissions Office programming advancements

The Admissions Office kicked off one of its largest events of the semester thus far with their annual Admitted Student Overnight Program or Prospective Students Day on Feb. 19. Individual overnight programs began on Feb. 20 and will continue every Sunday through Wednesday evenings. “We’ve really stepped it up in terms of the overnight programming. […]