Category: Politics and Economics
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SGA Changes GPA Requirements For Participation
Wheaton’s Student Government Association (SGA) changed GPA requirements for participation to ensure that members meet certain academic standards on campus. In January 2026, Rory Flynn ’28, Chair of the Academic Advocacy Council, presented the idea of raising the minimum GPA required to participate in SGA. “I think that this GPA change is more of a…
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Spring 2026 Elections: What You Need to Know
The election season for the Student Government Association is officially underway and candidates must attend at least one information session in order to run for an open position. The declaration of candidacy form can be located on Engage after attending one of the following sessions in the Club Hub: * Thursday, Feb. 26 | 11:00…
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The Trump Administration’s Presence at Charlie Kirk’s Memorial Was Not to Honor Him
I’ve seen conservatives on social media, many of my age, labeling Charlie Kirk as a Christian martyr who was killed because of speaking truth to power. Hook, line, and sinker, young conservatives have fallen into the authoritarian trap willingly. As MAGA mourns the death of Charlie Kirk, the Trump administration makes a daring political move….
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SGA Fall Election and Participation Statistics
With school back in session, student clubs and organizations are in full swing — including Wheaton’s Student Government Association, which recently held the 2025-26 fall election to fill open seats. Going into the election, one-third of class council roles were vacant after the spring elections. Half of the Class of 2026 seats were open, along…
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Post-Election Day ‘Politics In The Park’ Recap
Just hours after the 2024 presidential election was called, Wheaton students and staff alike gathered in the Chapel Base to process what had just happened. Part of the new ‘Politics In The Park’ event series, this dialogue was led by Coordinator Valery León Quintero and Assistant Director Amanda Napior, and geared towards giving people a…
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Get Out and Vote!
A voting pin Tomorrow is Election Day! Here’s what Massachusetts residents voting in person need to know: Make sure you’re registered to vote. Can’t remember if you’re registered or not? Check your voter registration status here. Where can I vote on Election Day? Find the nearest polling place here. Check here for polling place hours. …
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Wheaton Alumnus Gabe Amo Elected as Rhode Island Congressman
Last November, a Wheaton alumnus was elected to Congress, and his name is Gabriel Amo. When longtime Congressman David Ciciline announced he would be stepping down from his position representing Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional district, there was a great deal of speculation as to who would jump into the race to replace him. Many names…
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Resolution from SGA in Response to the Podcast
Dear Dean Irish, President Hanno, DEAL Co-Chairs: Stephanie Daniels, Shaya Gregory-Poku, and Raquel Ramos; and Title IX Coordinator Caraline Mulholland, We call upon you, members of the administration, to clarify the ambiguity of the clause “hostile environment” for bias incidents. The Student Government Association will always serve as a realm of debate. We pride ourselves…
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Norton Braces for April Election
Next Month, Norton residents will be voting in the annual town election. The election, scheduled for April 10, will determine who will replace Brad Bramwell, a member on town’s select board. Bramwell, who could have sought a fifth term, announced last month that he would not seek re-election, drawing a three way race for his…