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Issue #6 April 4th, 2024 Volume LVI
What are seniors doing after college? A look at two of them
Everyone has heard the expression “time flies,” but no one person actually grasps its true meaning until that person is a senior about to graduate from college. For the seniors at Wheaton, this is the…
Meatless Mondays: A movement all campuses could benefit from
I grew up a picky eater, the kind of kid that never strayed too far from the palatable realm of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, string cheese, and applesauce. Over the years my tastes have certainly changed, but one aspect of…
Over 250 missing in South Korean ferry crisis; controversy deepens
It has only been a little over a month since the world was stunned by the disappearance of Malaysian Air Flight 370, but we’re already faced with yet another catastrophe. Last Wednesday, in a story filled with despair and controversy, a…
Thought Leaders series continues with Mount Holyoke President
With the rising costs of higher education and an ever more competitive job market, liberal arts institutions across the country have been faced with defending the value of a liberal arts education versus vocational or focused university studies. The Wheaton community…
Boston Strong: A year after the Boston Marathon bombings, the city pays tribute at the 2014 race
In 2013, the Boston Marathon turned to tragedy through a heinous act of terrorism. In 2014, the race emphatically showed the world that the city is resilient and unwavering in overcoming that tragedy; that Boston is Strong. The scene at this…
Boy Scouts of America involved in yet another controversy
“On my honor, I will do my best, to do my duty, to God and my country, and to obey the Scout Law, to help other people at all times, to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.” That’s…
Chance the Rapper will not perform at Spring Weekend
Editor’s Note: On April 22, Chance the Rapper’s manager Patrick Corcoran released the following: Therefore, Chance the Rapper will not be performing at Spring Weekend. Chance the Rapper (real name Chancelor Bennett) has recovered from his hospitalization on Sunday and will…
Wheaton Give & Go Yard Sale (Advertisement)
This advertisement is from the Chapel Basement. Learn more about Wheaton’s Give & Go Yard Sale here: GiveandGoAd
Wheaton’s Annual Leadership Awards Ceremony and Reception May 2nd (Advertisement)
Wheaton’s Annual Leadership Awards Ceremony and Reception will be held on May 2nd from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Mary Lyon building. This advertisement is from Wheaton’s Leadership Recognition Committee. Learn who the nominees are here: LRC Poster pdf
The Public Safety Log from 4/14/2014 through 4/21/2014
The Public Safety Log from 4/14/2014 through 4/21/2014, courtesy of Charles Furgal, Director of Public Safety, can be found here: 04.14_04.21.14