Category: Viewpoints

  • Greek Life builds unique sense of community

    No matter what letters you rep or colors you claim, there is an undeniable bond that holds Greek groups together. Despite our limited amount of fraternities or the fact that we’re local, Greek Life at Wooster is doing its part to contribute to the wider community, be it raising the retention rate of the College…

  • Spiritual life broadens academic horizons

    A parable from Midrash (commentary or interpretation of Jewish Scripture) speaks of a group of people travelling together in a boat. One member of the group begins to drill a hole in the boat and is confronted for his actions. His response: “What concern is it of yours? Am I not drilling under my own…

  • Kavanaugh unfit for SCOTUS

    I’m tired. Tired of claims that the Democratic National Party is being “rude,” tired of accusations of fearmongering hurled at liberal politicians and most of all, tired of people talking about how great Brett Kavanaugh is as a person. Because the truth is, Kavanaugh does not deserve a seat on the Supreme Court. Actually, Kavanaugh…

  • Greeks can build a safer campus

    The College of Wooster is no stranger to Greek Life; we have a total of 13 Greek groups on campus, and each one offers a unique experience and contributes in some way to campus culture. No matter what social circles you run in or classes you attend, chances are high for the likelihood of Greek…

  • Greek Life represents belonging

    Three weeks after Scot Spirit Day, I can still imagine the patio full of tables,  feel the energy and good vibes and hear all the groups’ excitement. I was standing at my sorority’s table talking with girls about joining Greek Life. Every so often someone would seem skeptical upon learning we were Greek, and I…

  • Safe spaces crucial for LGBT+ communities

    Safe spaces are spaces for only certain people of a marginalized group where they can be themselves with no judgment or questions and be able to have a community with other people who share their marginalized identity. Safe spaces have been popping up in liberal arts colleges around the country. Some are for LBGT+ students,…