For the longest time, I never really knew what it felt like to lose an idol. My list of inspirational figures is fairly short: Robert Christgau and George Orwell are two people […]

I know that Spring Weekend is happening soon and that SGA is reworking the budget (I do read the paper, after all). Exciting stuff. In all reality, I should probably give my […]

I really wonder about the efficacy of a college honor code. I mean, here’s the thing: there actually isn’t a doubt in my mind that the honor code fails to deter certain […]

Dear Wheaton,   There’s no way to say this easily, but I’ll try my best. I’m not really sure where we stand anymore. I know this may come as a surprise. I […]

After years of living under a rock, I’m pleased to announce that the Wire is now on the internet at www.wheatonwire.wpengine.com. Hallelujah. The website was designed with David Caldwell, a former employee […]

I’m all for a business major at Wheaton College. I understand that, like most things, a new department will only be successful if the entire process is done correctly. I’m not worried […]

In response to the ongoing movement to improve various aspects of Wheaton’s administration, I will say this: clarity, transparency and consistency are fundamental components of leadership. For instance, the Grammy Awards, the […]

Here’s a case for print media for you: the world is a scary place. Don’t believe me? Consider the following. Nowadays, you’re probably less likely to be cudgeled to death by angry […]