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Resident assistants express concerns regarding their safety
Samuel Casey Editor in Chief Since students were sent home last semester, The College of Wooster COVID-19 Task Force worked to formulate a plan to safely allow students to return to campus. This included universal mask-wearing, social distancing of at least six feet and getting tested, as well as signing a Community Care Agreement…
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ISA restructured to build a stronger int’l community
Kate Murphy News Editor With just under 300 internationalstudents representing over 20 different countries at Wooster, the International Student Association (ISA) plays a big role in helping students assimilate to life on campus while promoting and encouraging cultural awareness and respect. However, this year the ISA is undergoing structural changes that will allow for…
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Academic policies change for 2020 Spring Semester due to COVID-19 pandemic
Waverly Hart Editor in Chief Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the move to online learning, the Educational Policy Committee (EPC) has made several major changes to the academic policy for the 2020 Spring Semester. Many of the changes relate to a student’s ability to pass/fail a class. One of the primary changes is that…
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Bolton announces virtual commencement, senior celebrations during B&G Weekend
Waverly Hart Editor in Chief On Friday, April 10, President Sarah Bolton announced that The College of Wooster would be holding a virtual graduation ceremony to celebrate the class of 2020’s accomplishments and time at the College. Bolton announced this in an email sent to seniors. The virtual commencement ceremony will be held on Monday,…
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COVID-19 updates following student meeting with administration
Claire Montgomery Senior News Writer A meeting was held at 3:30 p.m. on March 12 to update students about the College’s decision to close campus until at least April 5 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. President Sarah Bolton hosted the meeting, with several other administration in attendance.Bolton spent the first part of the meeting giving an…
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LCSA struggles to hire new staff member
Bijeta Lamichhane News Editor The search for a staff member to assist Lowry Center and Student Activities (LCSA) is ongoing. Although the College hired a part time staff member, Jean Graf, she left shortly after accepting the position. LCSA’s struggle to hire employees is often reflected in both the results they produce and the role…