The Collegian – Sept. 24, 2021

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Hume to talk press, free society Conservative journalists to discuss media’s role Collegian Staff Grove City College welcomes Fox News analyst Brit Hume to talk about the state of the media for “The Press and Free Society” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 29, in Crawford Hall Auditorium on campus. Hume will discuss the importance of the media in a free society with Grove City

College President Paul J. McNulty ’80 in an on-stage conversation presented by The Institute for Faith & Freedom. With more than 45 years of journalism experience to draw from, Hume currently serves as a senior political analyst for Fox News Channel and contributes to the cable network’s major political coverage. He previously anchored Fox’s Special Report for a decade. Hume was with ABC

News for 23 years, serving as chief White House correspondent from 1989 through 1996. Earlier he reported for United Press International and began his career as a newspaper reporter with The Hartford Times and the Baltimore Evening Sun. While he’s on campus, Hume will host an all-star panel of political journalists who will talk about their work and field questions from a student audience.

The panel includes: Jay Cost, a political historian, journalist and elections analyst who writes for The Weekly Standard and National Review and serves as a visiting scholar with The Institute for Faith & Freedom; Rachal Bovard ’06, senior director of Policy, Conservative Partnership Institute, who provides policy analysis and punditry and serves on USA Today’s Board of Contributors; and Salena Zito, a national political reporter

whose work appears in The Washington Examiner, New York Post and other outlets. “The Press and Free Society” is free and open to the public, but registration at faithandfreedom.com is required. It will be livestreamed at gcc.edu/livestream. The college requires all visitors to campus to follow Covid-19 mitigation guidelines in place on the date of the event.

Guthrie transfers ownership Haley Steele

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College recognized once again Nicholas Grasso Contributing Writer

Grove City College has once again been ranked as one of the nation’s top schools, an impressive feat that has become a consistent accomplishment for the college. Various aspects are considered when ranking schools, and Grove City’s placement on the list reveals how passionate the college is about education and community. U.S. News releases their “Best College Ranking” list every year, and as has been the case for years, Grove City lands another high placement. Grove City improved its ranking, going from 113th last year to 105th this year. The Princeton Review releases their “The Best 387 Colleges” ranking every year. Grove City College was included in this ranking, which places the college among the top 15 percent of the nation’s higher education institutions. Grove City was also included in Forbes 2021 “America’s Top Colleges” rankings. Fewer than 10 percent of the nation’s 7,000 colleges and universities made the cut. Grove City was ranked at 194. The college holds the number

45 position in the national Liberal Arts Universities category; number 79 in the Northeast; and 105 in Private Colleges. Of the 35 Pennsylvania Colleges ranked by Forbes, Grove City College is ranked 14th. The student and faculty body has responded well to this accomplishment. Senior Gabrielle Hickly said, “It’s exciting to go to a school that has such a high ranking because it gives me confidence in the type of education I will receive.” She added, “Knowing I go to a top-ranked school gives me a boost of confidence as a senior because I know that GCC creates the kind of candidates that employers desire.” The college thoroughly prepares undergraduates for the workforce and supplies students with a quality education, as shown through their 84 percent graduation rate and 90 percent freshman retention rate. Senior Alex Hartzel said, “It is very encouraging to see the college I attend and support be ranked amongst the top colleges in America. It reaffirms my decision to come to a great school like Grove City.” The college community is

appreciative of Grove’s commitment to education and preparation, as well as the spiritual foundation that acts as a cornerstone for Grove’s success. Sophomore Caleb Vinoverski said, “I believe the ranking is well deserved. Grove City holds an amazing community that I’m honored to be a part of. I feel proud to go to a school that keeps God in the center of all things.” Also ranking highly on U.S. News’ “Best Value College” list, Grove City’s low tuition cost and expert faculty contribute to the college’s impressive achievements. Annual tuition and fees make up $19,310 in cost of attendance, making Grove City one of the least expensive schools on the list. Junior Aidan White said, “The college is amazing, and my time here has been great. The affordable cost has lowered any anxiety or stress I had about expenses after graduation.” The alumni family has also taken notice of Grove City’s placement on the “Best College Ranking” list, as Gabrielle Capaldo ’21, stated, “I’m very proud of my alma mater. Having gone to the school, I know how amazing it is. Many other people don’t

know about Grove, so I’m glad it’s getting the recognition it deserves.” She continued, “I know the student body will carry on the reputation.” Preparing students for post-graduate life is largely the responsibility of the professors at Grove City. The college employs highly qualified instructors who engage with students at a personal level. Currently finishing her doctorate degree at Duquesne University, Professor Shannon Barrios of the Communications Department said, “Grove City’s national ranking demonstrates the exemplary academic programs and superior overall education offered at GCC.” She continued, “Grove City’s holistic approach not only equips students with field knowledge that is vital to success, but also helps the individual grow in character.” U.S. News considers 1,870 national colleges and universities, and Grove City’s ranking on the list is indicative of a campus that prioritizes academics and education and of a community that strives for growth in faith.

The Guthrie Theatre has new owners who are busy transforming it into a restaurant entertainment destination for college students and local community. This year’s freshmen might not realize that three years ago the lonely old style theatre house, only two minutes from our campus, was an icon of Grove City community. Seniors will know the story of the theatre well, perhaps remembering when Spencer T. Folmar ’10 purchased it from the Thomas family who had previously owned the theatre for 17 years. Folmar, a Grove City alum and the founder of Veritas Arts, said then in an interview with the local paper, “It’s always been a dream of mine to own a movie theater.” After purchasing it, Folmar renovated the theater, which first opened in 1927, outfitting the space with VIP recliners and expanding the seating capacity. Alas, with the onset of the COVID pandemic, the theatre closed, and students were left to wonder what would become of the Grove City relic. This year, the Guthrie was sold again to Pat Artise and his partner Scott Dibble. In his Instagram tribute to the Guthrie, Folmar writes, “We wish we could have done more and stayed in town longer, but we realize it is time to pass the baton to the next steward.” Pat Artise, from St Petersburg, Florida, came to Grove City looking for a middle ground between his family in Ohio and his family in Erie, PA. He has owned over 20 restaurants as well as a bowling alley, roller skating rink and a basketball center. Artise and his partner bought the Guthrie with plans to add restaurant components, including a bar and restaurant dining. “We’re going to level a section of it out for table and chairs, flat floor dining and better handicapped accessibility,” Artise said. Artise would like to continGUTHRIE 5


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