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Issue #5 February 28th, 2024
Volume LVI

Activist Wagatwe Wanjuki advocates using new media to combat campus sexual assault

Activist Wagatwe Wanjuki advocates using new media to combat campus sexual assault

The Feminist Association of Wheaton hosted a talk on Nov. 3 concerning sexual assault on college campuses. The speaker was Wagatwe Wanjuki, who shared her story as both a survivor and a renowned activist against…

The validity of considering ranked aesthetics among colleges

In a recent article published by Best College Values titled “50 Most Beautiful Colleges in the Fall”, Wheaton College, MA (just to be clear) ranks nationally at number 13 out of 50 chosen colleges and universities. The beginning of the round-up…

Dickinson ’17: The reality of the sophomore slump

Dickinson ’17: The reality of the sophomore slump

Disclaimer: The feelings represented in this article are not to be confused with those associated with other serious mental illnesses. If you or someone you know is experiencing depression or any other symptoms, please seek the necessary help. Do you ever…

Letter from the Editor

This year’s midterm elections showed more than ever how much clout large corporations and wealthy individuals have in the democratic process. In my home state of New Hampshire, Senator Jeanne Shaheen defeated former Mass. Senator Scott Brown to retain the seat…

“Walk of Courage” offers fun, spooky alternative to Halloween festivities

On Halloween night, a large group of people stood in line in the area outside Beard Hall. Despite the cold, they chatted excitedly in anticipation of participating in the “Walk of Courage.” The event, hosted by Anime Club was advertised as…

President Hanno’s Haunted House unites Wheaton students, Norton residents

President Dennis Hanno opened up the doors of his residence for the first ever “President’s Haunted House” on Oct. 31. This event was organized by the Student Government Association (SGA) and took place from 5 to 7 p.m. for Norton residents…

Moghadam discusses activism, women’s rights progress in Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco

Northeastern University Professor of Sociology and International Affairs Valentine M. Moghadam gave a lecture about the progression of women’s issues in the Maghreb countries in the Woolley Room on Oct. 3. Moghadam focused on Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia in her talk,…

Men’s soccer to host NEWMAC Championships

As the regular season closes, the Wheaton College Men’s soccer team looks forward to playoff soccer as they have clinched the NEWMAC regular season title and will be hosting the conference tournament this upcoming weekend. The team, which has gone 16-2-2…

As Giants win the Series, should the Royals have sent Alex Gordon?

In a World Series largely filled with blowouts and slugfests, Game 7 came down to precise pitching and timely hitting. It’s a style of play the Royals have excelled at all season, embracing sacrifice flies and sacrifice bunts to propel their…

Wheaton Words event recruits aspiring writers, performers

You may have seen some of the emails or flyers or Facebook posts seeking student submissions for Wheaton Words. Directors Jonathan Korns ’15 and Milana Meytes ’15 and stage managers Audrey Dubois ’17 and Sarah Estrela ’15 have hit the ground…