Category: News

  • College reacts to virtual protests regarding Internet: Panel of students and faculty convene

    by Gina Christo, News Editor Last week, many Wooster students received an event request on Facebook titled “Petition for the College of Wooster to Fix the Internet.” Robin Hirtle ’11, had decided she was fed up with the slow Internet on campus and used the social networking website to bring attention to the issue.

  • Campus alcohol policy slated to change

    Campus Council may grant upperclassmen more social freedom by Gina Chirsto, News Editor The college Judicial committee† is still in the process of reviewing the campus alcohol policy. While first-year dorms are to remain dry, other residential halls around campus may be given the option of a new place to hang out and socialize with…

  • I-Seminars ó window into future academic achievements

    by Kipaya Kapiga, Web Editor The Center for Diversity and Global Engagement has recently launched I-Seminar, a new venture to promote interdisciplinary exploration at the College. Each seminar event is structured around presentations of ongoing Independent Study work by current seniors. The presentations are followed by a question and answer session in which attendees are…

  • Obama administration releases 2012 budget

    President Barack Obama released the fiscal 2012 budget blueprint last week. The White House claims the budget includes one-third tax increases, two-thirds spending freezes and cuts to reduce $1 trillion in deficit over a decade. The new budget proposal predicts economic growth, plans to fix the problem with doctors’ payment in Medicare, suggests how highways…

  • Study claims loneliness affects exercise

    by Kris Fronzak, News Editor There has been much scrutiny recently regarding the correlation between human physical fitness and one’s social life. According to a study done with rats, the body’s capability to exercise may increase neurologically when the person is surrounded by others or generally being social. 

  • Gala Will Be Winter Wonderland

    This Saturday, The College of Wooster will hold its annual Gala celebration. Called “Winter Galand,” the Lowry Ballroom will be transformed into a winter wonderland for a night of dancing and fun. The winter theme is unique to this year’s celebration, and will be supplemented with snow-like decorations as well as food treats.