The Wheaton Wire

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Issue #6 April 4th, 2024 Volume LVI

Spring Preview: “Wheaton Monologues” and “Wheaton Words”

They’re back! “The Vagina Monologues” and “Wheaton Words,” formerly known as “Wheaton Monologues,” will be making appearances at Wheaton once again in the upcoming spring semester. Emily Bergmann ’16 and Kate Gannon ’16 are the…

A new chapter begins for Campaign for Cambodia

Campaign for Cambodia is one of the newest clubs on campus, yet an organization with an established history. The group was originally founded by  Wheaton student Pagna Donlevy ’13, and members resided in an academic cluster in Beard Hall. Members were…

Wheaton’s most famous ghosts and their grisly ends

Wheaton College was founded in 1834 and since that time  has developed a supernatural lore that is close to the campus’s heart. Spooky tales of restless spirits have circulated over the years, growing and changing as time goes on. However, their…

Alliance’s ninth annual Drag Show is a hit once again

This past Saturday, Oct. 19, the Alliance held the 9th Annual Wheaton Campus Drag Show. It was a night full of laughs, talented performances and, of course, a lot of drag. This night of highlights was hosted by two celebrity impersonators:…

A spooky Halloween, seven days early

Fall is the favorite season of many students at Wheaton. Arguably, campus is at its best under the tint of orange and yellow leaves, with students breaking out their cozy sweaters, and hands clutching warm drinks from the Hood Cafe. Perhaps…

Letter from the Editor Week 7 Fall 2013

All, Last week, I had the privilege of interviewing former CIA and NSA director Michael Hayden in Washington D.C. alongside my friend and colleague Brian Jencunas. You will be able to read all about that experience in next week’s edition of…

Live at the loft with Wilson Sadowski

The Loft was packed the night of Oct. 10. Perhaps it was the draw of free pizza that brought in the crowd, but as likely as that possibility may be, it may have also been that night’s performer: one Wilson Sadowski.…

Cheryl Opper Presents Guest Lecture on Students Impacted by Homelessness

On Wednesday morning, Cheryl Opper, founder and executive director of Schools on Wheels of Massachusetts, presented a lecture in Knapton Hall titled “Educating Students Impacted by Homelessness.” Opper’s goal was to raise awareness of the children and families who struggle due…

Honorary Guest Nontombi Naomi Tutu Celebrates Inauguration of Peace and Social Justice Minor

On Monday September 16th, faculty and students gathered in Hindle auditorium to honor the exemplary trajectory of Nontombi Naomi Tutu, a renowned activist who has dedicated her life to addressing human rights issues. Tutu is daughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, a…

A grand World Series rematch in the cards

After six thrilling games with the Detroit Tigers, the Boston Red Sox are returning to the World Series for the first time since 2007 when they swept the Colorado Rockies. Boston will take on the St. Louis Cardinals in a rematch…