College mourns esteemed professor
by Erin Duffy in Features
Alan Dawley did not fit the stereotypical role of a professor, one shut up in his ivory tower with his books and research. The professor of history was instead a passionate activist and pacifist, a man who dedicated his life to peace and social justice, inspiring and mentoring both students and faculty.
by Jeffrey Roman in Features
Poet Alicia Ostriker graced the College last Wednesday with a poetry reading in the New Library Auditorium, treating audiences to a sampling of her lauded poems.
Seated in the packed room, the attendees paid close attention to the thick details of Ostriker's poetry, listening to her beautiful pentameter, rhyme and descriptions.
by Sean Fleming in Features
On Thursday, a panel of alumnae gathered to discuss feminism in religion, or, in other words, how "Feminists Do Religion."
Sponsored by Women's History Month and organized by the department of Women's and Gender Studies, former students Christina Holmes, Tabinda Khan, Mary Kate Szenasy and Jennifer Yeleverton spoke about their lives and the effects religion had on them.
by Alex Seise in Features
During my freshman year here at the College, my dad had his midlife crisis and bought a brand-new convertible. My mother, my sisters and I had no complaints. It is a great car, and we all love cruising around with the top down when the weather is warm. Plus, it uses much less gas than my gigantic behemoth of a minivan.
