The Collegian – April 21, 2023

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College selects new food provider

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Starting this fall, Grove City College students will be served a new menu as the college has contracted with Parkhurst Dining to provide on-campus dining services.

President Paul J. McNulty ’80 announced the food service transition from Bon Appetit to Parkhurst in an email to the campus community Tuesday afternoon.

“The selection process was highly competitive and extremely thorough,” he wrote.

Beginning July 1, Parkhurst will provide student cafeteria service in Hicks and MAP cafes, on-campus catering and banquet services, as well as operate the new Chick-fil-A restaurant opening this fall in the Breen Student Union,

as per its five-year agreement with the college. The new provider promises an exciting food culture for students, faculty, staff and visitors.

Homestead, Pa.-based Parkhurst Dining is part of the beloved regional restaurant chain, Eat’n Park Hospitality Group, Inc.

“We’re excited to partner with Parkhurst to provide the college community with an outstanding dining experience. Parkhurst has a great track record of providing delicious and healthy options across the spectrum of campus dining options.

Beginning next fall, our students will experience some remarkable innovations that will enhance life at Grove City College,” McNulty said.

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will not change as a result of the new dining service provider, and Parkhurst plans to retain current dining hall employees.

Parkhurst serves clients in 15 states in the Midwest and Northeast, including Mercyhurst University, Robert Morris University, Duquesne University and Chatham University.

Students expressed their anticipation regarding the change this coming fall.

“While Bon Appetit food was good, I think the change to Parkhurst could be a pleasantly refreshing food experience,” junior Tyler James said.

“I don’t know a lot of indepth information about

Alumni to address 2023 grads

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Alumna Karen (Semler ‘92) Hanlon, executive vice president and COO of Highmark Health, and Rev. Dr. D. Dean Weaver ’86, will be coming to campus to deliver the commencement address and baccalaureate service, respectively, to the class of 2023 during the May 19-20 graduation ceremonies.

Hanlon was recognized as one of Pittsburgh’s top women in business and one of the college’s leading alumni.

IFF talks post-Roe Conference discusses pro-life related topics

Ayden Gutierrez

News Editor

The Institute for Faith and Freedom (IFF) hosted a twoday conference titled “PostRoe America” last Thursday and Friday.

IFF brought together a lineup of Grove City professors and others to speak on a variety of topics relating to the theme of the conference.

Dr. Paul Kengor, senior director of IFF and political science professor, opened the event last Thursday morning with a welcome speech.

Followed by an educational conglomeration on the Roe v. Wade Supreme Court case, its recent overruling and where the country goes from here.

The event featured several guest speakers from across

the pro-life movement, including Brad Lingo ’00, Grove City College alumnus and dean of Regent University’s School of Law; Elisha Krauss, conservative commentator, writer and podcaster; Alexandra DeSanctis, author and writer for the National Review; and keynote speaker Abby Johnson, author and former Planned Parenthood clinic director.

Dr. Peter Frank ’95, provost and vice president of academic affairs, spoke at the conference on “The Economic and Cultural Impact of Family Breakdown.”

His presentation focused on how social policy, namely divorce law, has catalyzed family breakdown and how this has had profound eco-

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Mayo’s book offers chance to read Shakespeare anew

Ayden Gutierrez

News Editor

Dr. Joshua Mayo, an English professor at the college, spoke in the Henry Buhl Library yesterday afternoon for the latest Faculty Book Talk on his newest book, “Good in Everything: Meditations on Shakespeare.”

According to the Henry Buhl Library’s Twitter page, “Mayo suggests reading the plays not only as academic

subjects or scholarly artifacts, but as quarries of wisdom. Along the way, readers will discover insights into subjects close to the heart of classical education.”

Google Books describes the text as: “A series of reflections on several of Shakespeare’s most beloved plays, ‘Good in Everything’ seeks

to pursue the simple pleasure of thinking with Shakespeare, a form of reading that has its roots in what used to be called ‘meditatio,’ to contemplate important life questions through the eyes of a wise author. This is literary meditation for anyone who loves Shakespeare.”

“Good in Everything” builds on a number of themes consisting of imagination, education, art or the good life. Mayo said this text

originally came from his doctoral dissertation.

“I asked myself, ‘What would it take to turn this work into something a human being would actually want to read?’ The answer, it turned out, was quite a bit of overhaul,” said Mayo. “I revised and revised and revised until the final product was roughly 70 percent new material. Needless to say, I

She oversees a $21 billion national, blended health organization that includes one of America’s largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network.

“Grove City College is blessed to have an alum such as Karen who is an extraordinary leader, accomplished professional and ideal role model for our graduating class,” President Paul J. McNulty ’80 said.

Hanlon majored in accounting during her time at the college, crediting the school with preparing her for professional life.

Weaver, who recently served as interim Dean of Chapel from 2018 to 2020, is the Stated Clerk of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, which represents more than 600 local churches around the world.

“Dean was the beloved ‘Chaplain Weaver’ when our graduating seniors were freshmen in 2019-20. He helped them through the disappointment of leaving campus because of COVID in March 2020. His return to

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Parkhurst Dining will be taking over the food service on campus.

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Keynote speaker Abby Johnson speaks at the Institute for Faith and Freedom’s Post-Roe Conference in Crawford Auditorium.

From the Tower Comfort or normal?

Everyone knows they have a comfort zone, but have you ever tried to define it?

What does your zone consist of? Is it a set of places, a certain group of people or some activity? I find myself in a sort of Venn diagram of all three, where the overlapping zones are most comfortable, but each individual portion adds to my overall feeling.

I’m currently writing while sitting in a six-hour rehearsal, which for me is not uncommon. What is, uncommon, however, is that I am in costume, onstage. And after a run one day, someone told me “You know, it’s so good that you’re stepping out of your comfort zone and doing this show.”

That made me think for a bit because, for me, I didn’t really feel all that out of my element. Sure, I may be more comfortable behind a tech table, or in the lighting booth decked out in blacks. The fact remains, though, I am still with people I know and love, in a building in which I spend more time than I spend in my dorm room some weeks. So, I feel comfortable.

There’s a difference, I feel, between a comfort zone and a normal zone. A normal zone encapsulates what you do with regularity, what people know you for. It’s the most central part of your comfort zone. But then there’s a gray area, places where the envelope can be pushed, and you can begin to expand your horizons. They are not normal but have some element of comfort.

For me, acting is not normal, and so many assume it is out of my so-called comfort zone. Really, though, I feel far more comfortable performing here, with friends, than I would anywhere else. And now having had that experience, I’ve grown more comfortable to the point where I may consider performing elsewhere someday.

I’m a person who likes to stretch and learn as much as I possibly can, but that can only happen as my comfort zone expands. By taking things I would not normally do but doing them in the context of other comforting elements, like friends or a familiar environment, slowly and steadily the zone increases.

For so many people, college is the time to take on new experiences, and so I encourage you to take some time as the semester wraps up and you head into summer and ponder where your comfort zone lies.

Are there places you want to go, or things you want to do? Go take the leap and expand your comfort zone a little bit at a time. Take a baby step here and there. I think you’ll find you come out a bit better for it.

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Stop remaking what we already have

David Zimmermann

Editor-in-Chief

As a longtime fan of the Wizarding World, I thought I’d be excited about last week’s news of a decade-long “Harry Potter” television series on HBO’s newly dubbed streaming service called Max. And I would be – if the show wasn’t a reboot of the movies that came out in the last 10 to 20 years.

Warner Bros. Discovery announced the newly ordered series would serve as a deep dive into the original books, something that eight two-plus-hour movies couldn’t do. Each season of the series will focus on one of the seven novels in the franchise, and the cast will be entirely different from the films, according to Variety.

Additionally, author J.K. Rowling will serve as an executive producer of the new adaptation to ensure the showrunners and writers stay true to her creative vision.

from the last movie?

In the days since the big announcement, I’ve seen comments arise online about whether Warner Bros. Discovery will use the new adaptation as an excuse to “improve” upon the movies through increased diversity and representation (which, if done right, can be good).

However, I think the coming series is indicative of a larger problem seen in modern entertainment: the industry’s lack of originality.

Though the movies omitted significant portions of the books for times’ sake, they were largely entertaining and morally compelling. So why tread on familiar ground? Audiences would be much better served if creatives expanded on stories teased in the books, like the adventures of the Marauders, the rise of Tom Riddle as Lord Voldemort or the founding of Hogwarts. There are many possibilities for creating an original TV show set in the “Harry Potter” world as long as Rowling approved the idea.

For the time being, I’ll give Warner Bros. Discovery the benefit of the doubt in creating something magical yet again, but it’ll be an arduous task on the studio’s part to top the movies.

I want to end this editorial by crossing fantasy realms and talking about what former “The Lord of the Rings” actor Elijah Wood said regarding Warner Bros.’ future LOTR projects and how his statements should apply to the “Harry Potter” remake. In an interview with GQ, he recognized the role commerce played in the original LOTR trilogy but argued that great art doesn’t solely come from that place.

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The studio’s decision to transition into long-form television is a welcome one, but remaking the movies is too soon. If we were 30 to 50 years removed from the films, a reboot would make much more sense as a new generation could have their own version of “Harry Potter” on screen. But 12 years

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the pulpit will be a reminder of God’s faithfulness,” McNulty said.

“Our graduates will have the benefit of hearing from two alumni who have had great impact and success in their respective fields and

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learned a lot during the process.”

Mayo discussed why he wanted to write on a common literary figure like Shake-

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the new dining service, but I have heard the new service is really good,” junior Caleb Vinoverski said. “So that’s definitely exciting for the campus foodwise, along with the addition of Chick-fil-A!”

Sophomore Anna Dueker said, “I think it’s nice they’re switching things up. I’m excited to see what they’ll have to offer and which meals will become some new favorites. I just hope Taco Tuesday

In a day and age with endless remakes and uninspired spinoffs, it’s nice to see franchises do well amid all the cultural clutter. And I hope the “Harry Potter” TV series can do just that – cut through all the noise and bring a fresh reintroduction to Hogwarts. However, this solely depends on who the showrunners, writers and directors are and how faithfully they treat Rowling’s source material.

can share words of encouragement on behalf of our entire alumni network,” Vice President for Institutional Advancement Jeff Prokovich ’89 said.

Commencement for the class of 2023 will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 20, with the baccalaureate service beginning Friday,

speare. According to him, there are about nine new scholarly articles on Shakespeare published every day.

“We swim in an ocean of Shakespeare ‘research.’ Maybe that’s why I felt permitted to write this book: precisely

stays.”

McNulty thanked Bon Appetit for its 28-year partnership of serving the college’s community.

“The company’s high standards of professionalism will serve us well for the remainder of this year and through the upcoming transition.”

Parkhurst works to “adopt the culture, traditions and spirit” of the campus community while bringing creative and innovative dining to “dazzle and delight stu-

“It came out of a passion for these books and wanting to see them realized,” Wood said. “And I hope that that is ultimately what will drive everything forward with whatever these subsequent movies are. I just hope that it’s the same motivating factor at its core, whenever they hire a screenwriter and a filmmaker—that it is with reverence for Tolkien’s material and enthusiasm to explore it.”

That’s the same level of care and reverence future screenwriters and filmmakers of the “Harry Potter” series should hold for the next decade. I hope the desire to create the show comes from a passion for the material and Rowling’s fantasy world, whether they agree with her political opinions or not. But until then, I’ll make do with the original books and films.

May 19 at 7:00 p.m. Both events will be held outside on Grove City College’s Quad, weather permitting, or inside the Arena and Intramural Room within the Physical Learning Center. Both ceremonies will be livestreamed at www.gcc.edu/livestream for those unable to attend.

because it is something different from your average academic fare,” Mayo said. “I make no claims to ‘scholarship.’ I am simply an enthusiastic reader recording thoughts prompted by the plays.”

dents,” according to its website. The company prides itself on seeking and responding to feedback to ensure “the dining program is an asset and highlight to the university experience.”

The company focuses on quality, sustainability and craftsmanship as it tailors highly customized programs to meet the needs of each client. “We aim to nourish, comfort and excite through our food offerings every single day,” Parkhurst pledges.

‘Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile’ takes center stage

Mia Gallagher Staff Writer

This weekend, the college’s Theatre Program is continuing to perform Children’s Theatre production “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile.” This lighthearted and entertaining show promises to not only supply its fair share of laughs and smiles but looks to engage audiences of all ages with its bright humor and charm.

“Children’s Theatre always makes an incredible impact on the community. The most important thing our program does all year is bring great theatre to kids to inspire them and bring smiles to their faces,” said sophomore Emma Will, stage manager for the production.

“Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile” follows the Primm Family and their pet crocodile, Lyle, as they set out to take on the Big Apple. As Josh, the Primm’s son, and Lyle adjust to life on 88th Street, they not only contend with the usual challenges of moving but must also overcome the meddlesome nature of Mr. Grumps and his distrust of the pet crocodile. Along the way, the duo meets many exciting characters, makes new

friends and breaks out into animated musical numbers.

This fun, fast-paced reimagining of a beloved childhood classic transports audiences into the unique, goofy world the characters occupy, using bright costumes and lively music to create this storybook atmosphere. The cast headlined by freshman Alex Bennett, freshman Lee Twombly, sophomore Caleb Haas, sophomore Abby Berk and seniors Audrey Glickert and Caleb West, as well as the crew of the production are committed to making this a magical experience for every child who sees it.

“Theater is such a magical experience when you are a kid. I grew up going to shows, and it has been such a blessing in my life. Getting the opportunity to perform for kids who may have never seen live theater is the coolest thing,” said Berk, who plays Mrs. Primm in the show.

In addition to the usual challenges that come with bringing a show to life, the production team also had to contend with the short turnaround between “Julius Caesar” and opening night for “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile.” With only a few weeks in between the two shows and with much of the cast and crew partici-

pating in both productions, the team rose to the occasion and overcame this added stress to create this exciting theatrical experience.

“With ‘Julius Caesar’ being so recent, we only got ‘Lyle’ onstage in about a week and a half. We’ve been rehearsing for weeks, but being onstage is really when a show comes to life! It’s stressful to have

What to know about bank failures

Peter Van Eerden

Contributing Writer

The banking system is essential to the world’s economic sustainability and development. The failure of banks tends to indicate poor economic conditions, as it did in both the Great Depression and the Great Recession of 2008. In March, the U.S. faced its second and third-largest bank failures… ever! There are several things to note in this financial crisis, but first, let’s define a few key terms.

For starters, a “run on the bank” is a financial event that occurs when many depositors withdraw their funds from a bank within a short period, usually because they do not trust the bank’s ability to meet its financial obligations. A good example of this is illustrated in the “It’s a Wonderful Life” bank run scene.

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is an independent federal agency that insures bank deposits of up to $250,000 per individual or entity. Meaning that even if depositors make a run on the bank and cause the bank to fail, at least $250,000 per account is guaranteed to be safe.

If you keep up with the news, you would have read about Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) becoming the secondbiggest bank failure in U.S. history. Venture capitalists, businesses and individuals had millions of dollars in that bank.

SVB went belly up in the blink of an eye due to multiple reasons. Namely, poor financial decisions by management. They chose extremely risky long-term positions with their investments, and when the economy began to struggle, the bank could not weather the storm.

As speculation of SVB’s failures surfaced, many depositors withdrew their money, leaving the bank unable to fulfill all their requests. A run on the bank took place, leaving the wellestablished bank in shambles and many of its customers lost significant money.

This event, of course, caused panic and distrust in the banking industry. Signature Bank was one of the casualties, becoming the third-biggest bank failure in U.S. history.

Now remember that the FDIC can only insure $250,000 per account. Venture capitalists and busi-

nesses had millions of dollars in this bank that was in jeopardy. That is when the government intervened. The government responded by issuing an unprecedented relief package to any individual or organization that was hurt by the crisis. Their goal was to contain the flames. Did they achieve their goal of containment, or did they simply give a copout to any banks that fail in the future? A little food for thought.

Regardless, banking is an essential institution in modern America. The banking system provides a safe place to keep money, supports economic growth and provides access to loans and credit that can help individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals. Banking institutions are vital pieces of the puzzle for economic sustainability and growth and that is why it is essential that Americans can trust the institution.

The failures of SVB and Signature Bank can serve as examples of what can go wrong, and what must be done now to try to prevent future crashes. The hope is that the trend of bank crashes does not continue. Time will tell.

so little time under the lights, but it also makes it exciting,” said Glickert, who plays Mrs. Nitpicker in the show.

“I hope audiences leave ‘Lyle’ with a renewed childlike wonder of the world around them, and that they are inspired to spread joy and kindness to everyone they meet. ‘Lyle’ is truly a lot of fun. It has showstop-

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nomic and cultural consequences for those growing up in broken families.

“Additionally, I discussed the data on abortion and single mothers (the vast majority of abortions are by women who are unmarried) and how social policy has myriad unintended consequences,” said Frank.

“Thus, future policy in the post-Roe error, especially at the state level, must consider these impacts.”

Frank believes family breakdown is a major problem for the future of the country, and outcomes for children are highly dependent on family structure.

Dr. Carl Trueman, professor of biblical and religious studies, gave the after-dinner lecture on Thursday night. Trueman agrees with Kengor and what his team is doing at IFF. This year, he wanted to be part of the rethinking of pro-life strategy after Dobbs.

“Hence, I spoke on the need not simply to win legal battles but also to capture the wider public imagination for the pro-life cause,” Trueman said.

Dr. Jason Edwards, professor of history, gave a talk on Thursday afternoon entitled “The (Un)Parallel Lives of G.K. Chesterton and Margaret Sanger.”

“I tried to take a ‘Plutarchian’ approach to biography and glean moral lessons from their contrasting lives. The talk focused on Chesterton’s opposition to the rise of eugenics and Sanger’s embrace of it. Ultimately, I tried to draw out the differences and ramifications between Sanger’s materialism and Chesterton’s Christianity,” said Edwards.

According to Edwards, Kengor asked him to provide a historical perspective on Roe v. Wade by looking at the founder of Planned Parenthood. Since “it is naturally depressing to focus on the life of Sanger,” he asked if he

ping dances, ridiculous and funny characters and a classic charm,” Will said.

Don’t miss out on the chance to see a crocodile dance! Join the cast and crew of “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile” for their final two performances tonight at 7 p.m. or Saturday at 11 a.m. and allow yourself to be transported into this exciting storybook world.

could pair her with Chesterton whose infectious joy for life helped to balance out the dark nature of Sanger’s beliefs.

“I highly support the work of Dr. Kengor and the IFF; it was an honor to be asked to contribute and I was thankful for the opportunity to stake a stand for life and the family in the most important moral fights of our day,” said Edwards.

Dr. David Ayers, professor of sociology, gave a presentation at 9 a.m. last Friday entitled “Christians and Abortion: Understanding Trends in Beliefs and Practices.”

“I basically overviewed the degree to which ever-pregnant women who identify as either Evangelical Protestant, Mainline Protestant, Black Protestant, Catholic or ‘No Religious Affiliation’ admit to having had abortions and then at differences, among the same religious groups, in support for legal abortion ‘for any reason’ (that is, on demand),” said Ayers.

He looked at concrete reasons why so many professing Christians, especially younger ones, are morally comfortable with the idea of abortion and having abortions.

“I gave this talk because I am concerned to the extent to which professing believers are harming themselves and others in this vital area, and to help folks recognize the huge unmet need for concrete ministry to prevent, and minister after, abortions in our churches,” said Ayers. “Moreover, Christian hypocrisy on this issue – teaching one thing but doing another – is destroying our public witness, not to mention dishonoring God.”

Ayers said he loves the IFF annual conferences and always wishes he could participate more.

“Paul Kengor does an excellent job leading this, has an amazing network and vision and we are fortunate to have him at the helm of this incredibly good think tank.”

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Freshmen Alex Bennett and Lee Twombly practice rehearsal for the weekend’s production.

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Children meet canvases

Early Education Center art show debuts in gallery

Violet Whitmore Community Editor

Some modern art looks like preschoolers painted it. In this case, they did.

The Early Education Center’s art exhibit in the Pew Fine Arts Center’s gallery showcases the work of young children inspired by the works of famous painters — all thanks to a collaborative effort of teachers and students.

The children were given examples from artists including Van Gogh, Picasso, Frida Kahlo and Andy Warhol, and then created their own pieces based on what they saw.

Working with the Gallery Studies class, students and teachers at the college coordinated a way to get all parties involved, according to Director of College Archives and Galleries Hilary (Lewis) Walczak ‘09.

“It is an exhibit of art produced by the preschool students in our Early Education Center. The lessons are taught by Grove City College students, and the exhibit was installed by my ART 320 class as well as my archival student workers.”

Sophomore Helena Ritenour, a student in Walczak’s Gallery Studies course, helped install the exhibition along with other students.

“The teachers assigned one artist to each group of kids. Then they did an art project inspired by that artist. They copied some artists’ styles like Monet, Pollock, Picasso, Rothko, etc. It’s really cute, fun and a cool way for the campus community to interact with the younger kids on campus through the Education Center.”

Throughout the process, students and children learn

how to collaborate and work with a gallery installation and experience the satisfaction of seeing their art displayed.

“I would say it’s a wellrounded learning experience for Grove City College students in many majors as well as the preschoolers to see the importance of art at any age. It’s fun, whimsical and a bright exhibit for anyone,” Walczak said.

“The art exhibit was a joint effort between the Early Education Center and Dr. Natalie Heisey’s EDUC 319 The Use of Art in the Classroom,” said Jolene Munson, director of the Early Education Center.

“The exhibit is a year-long partnership where each week the college students teach the preschoolers about a wellknown artist and then help the students create art based on the artists’ methods.”

“We had a number of artists, ranging from Andy Warhol to Leonardo DaVinci. The preschoolers learned about different forms of art, art materials and methods of creating art. They also learned about the artists, their country of origin and the history surrounding their artwork,” Munson said.

Walczak mentioned that these moments and experi-

ences can have lasting impacts on young children for the rest of their lives.

“I know that some of these small moments can be the reason a child comes to Grove City College when they are older,” she said. “They remember seeing their art on the wall and the exhibit they were involved in and want to come when they are older. We want to build those positive memories even if it’s just that of a positive memory.”

The exhibit is open until tomorrow, April 22. The hours of the Pew Fine Arts Gallery are Monday-Friday 4-8 p.m., and Saturday 1-5 p.m.

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Two gallery attendees look at a book while also admiring the art displayed on the wall. The exhibit will be open today and tomorrow in the Pew Fine Arts Center.

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A young girl at the gallery is lost in concentration as she looks at a book while browsing the exhibit.

Lucky at the Ducky Derby

Mia Gallagher Staff Writer

Get ready for the races with the beloved campus tradition of the Ducky Derby, which will take place tomorrow from 1-3 p.m. on lower campus.

The Alpha Beta Tau (ABTs) sorority and Omicron Xi (Okies) fraternity will host the Ducky Derby and promise an afternoon of 10 exciting rubber duck races, fun lawn games and great communitybuilding opportunities for all who attend.

“We have been planning this event for months by contacting businesses for prizes and securing funding from SGA. We have also been advertising by putting up posters, mailers, posting on social media, sending pamphlets to the professors and creating order forms,” said junior Marybeth Slack, a member of the ABTs and fundraising chair of the event.

This year’s Derby will consist of 10 races, each of which guarantees a sweet prize for the winning rubber duck. Students can purchase their very own duck and sign-up to race for each prize they want a chance to win.

When race time arrives, the ducks will be dumped into Wolf Creek and from there it is a dash downcurrent to the finish line.

“We have a table set up in

the SAC where students can buy ducks. We also have an online form with a QR code on our mailers where people can buy ducks, or they can show up to the event and buy them the day of. Specialty ducks are $3 and normal ducks are $2. All proceeds go to Bags and Blessings, a charity that makes care packages for patients undergoing breast cancer treatment,” Slack said.

In addition to the fun the Derby promises and the im-

pactful charity its proceeds will support, the list of prizes up for grabs certainly makes this a must-be-at event.

Students will have the opportunity to compete for gift cards to Third Eye Pies, Coffaro’s Pizza, Collage Coffee House, Dairy Queen, Urban Trail, Bon Appetit, Katie’s Korner, two Grove City College Bookstore baskets or four tickets to Fairhaven Farms.

“This event will be a lot of fun! It has a ton of amazing

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prizes, there will be snacks, games and either way you get to keep your cute duck. The ABTs and Okies are both very excited and bring a lot of contagious enthusiasm that makes each race enjoyable. The ducks are cheap, and it goes to support a very good cause,” Slack said.

With this awesome array of prizes only a race away, you will not want to miss out. Ducks will be sold in the SAC from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. today.

Healing the hurt caused by betrayal

I caught my boyfriend cheating on me, and it really hurt. How should I approach dating in the future and when is a good time for me to start again? –

Wounded Grover

Dear Wounded Grover, Man, that’s a rough situation, and I’m so sorry you’re having to experience this. When someone cheats on you, it leaves you feeling empty, broken, worthless, deceived and used.

If you are thinking self-

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defeating thoughts, I want to assure you don’t need to feel those feelings. The way he acted is not a reflection on you, and you don’t need to feel guilty for what he has done.

It makes complete sense that it would be hard to think about dating again, especially in the short term.

If this guy treated you this way, how could any other guy be different?

DearI think it is important to remember in these moments that we are all broken sinners, and we need to show God’s grace to each other. This certainly doesn’t mean you should take this guy back, but forgive him even if he doesn’t ask for forgiveness.

It is important to move out of this relationship in forgiveness so you can be more prepared for your future. If

you don’t forgive him, you could leave yourself vulnerable to feelings of bitterness that could carry into future relationships, even just with friends.

Starting with forgiveness is a good way to think about dating in the future. If the Lord blesses you with a relationship in the future, that guy is surely going to fail you at least a few times. When would be a good time to start dating again, though? That is a deeper question. I think you should do a lot of talking to friends and thinking to yourself about the future. There is no set time you need to wait, but it is about waiting until God brings the right person to you. This might take years, or it could take a few months.

Use the time of singleness you are now entering to fo-

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cus on God and his love for you. He loves you so much more than any boyfriend ever can, and his love will never fail you, nor will he ever cheat on you. His love has been forever proven through Jesus’ death on the cross for you.

I’d encourage you to let God’s love be what carries you through this period of mourning, this lost relationship and the pain you are in. I pray God’s love for you would also strengthen you to go into your future relationships knowing that your identity lies in Christ more than it ever does with a man.

Professor of Music

Why did you choose the career path you did?

My desire to teach emerged in third grade when I had a wonderful teacher who really piqued my love of learning. At first, I thought I might enjoy being an elementary school teacher, but then my interest moved toward teaching at the collegiate level. My teaching encompasses both visual arts and music, as well as the history of ideas.

Favorite movie?

The BBC version of “Pride and Prejudice” (featuring Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle), but “The Lord of the Rings” is a very close second.

What is your favorite restaurant?

Sadly, we’re pretty limited in the area, although I always enjoy going to Rachel’s or Talbot’s. Not to sound snobby, but my travels have afforded me some wonderful culinary opportunities. I find that the company and view are every bit as meaningful as the food.

What kind of music do you like to listen to?

I teach classical music, so that of course is my passion. I’ve been on a Ralph Vaughan Williams “kick” lately, and — since my daughter is a professional oboist — I often listen to classical music featuring that instrument.

Any interesting hobbies?

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streak.

Over Easter break, the Wolverines pulled off a seven-game win streak, scoring 66 runs and allowing only 19. Three of the games were shutouts, with the team’s largest win being a 17-0 slaughter of the Franciscan Barons on April 3.

As they approach the final stretch of their season, Cramer is encouraged by the team’s depth, where she sees talent up and down the roster.

The Wolverines are scheduled to play at home again on Monday at 3:30 p.m. against the La Roche Redhawks in a non-conference doubleheader. Their next conference game is on Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. against ninthranked Washington & Jefferson on the road.

I love to read, with interests including biography, Christian-focused work, mysteries and books about the arts. I also love to travel and feel blessed I’ve been able to experience first-hand most of the works I teach.

What are you looking forward to today?

I’ll be in France today, talking about the Rococo and the development of Neoclassicism. Then on to Austria on Friday, listening to the music of Haydn.

What do you like most about working at the college?

My husband died unexpectedly eight years ago, and I never understood until then what a special community this is. The college community (as well as those at my church, Grace Anglican) rallied around me and my daughter and son-in-law, and I’ll be forever grateful.

Girls from Alpha Beta Tau sorority posing with rubber duckies at last year’s Ducky Derby. Pictured from left to right: senior Anna Busalacchi, junior Tabitha Morris, junior Sarah Shaner, Keely McKlveen and Sallyanna Stangebye ‘22.

Here comes the sun Spring returns to Grove City College after a long winter

The sun has made a grand entrance this month, casting a warm glow on campus grounds. It seems like community has returned to Grove City as students jump at the opportunity to enjoy the warm air and cloudless sky.

Western Pennsylvania is notorious for experiencing all four seasons in one week, if not one day, so an extended period of sunny weather is a blessing. From playing volleyball to just doing work out in the sun, outdoor activities melt the season depression away.

As the tulips blossom and the trees bloom, bask in the new spring season! As finals approach, don’t forget to stop and smell the roses.

by Grace David, Photo Chief

Change in law, not morality

Overturn doesn’t make the U.S. pro-life

Hunter Oswald Staff Writer

Last week, I was fortunate to help as a student fellow with this year’s Institute of Faith and Freedom (IFF) Conference, which focused on the state of the pro-life movement and what it means to be in a postRoe America.

I had the pleasure of hearing from many great speakers from across the pro-life movement, including Brad Lingo ’00, Grove City College alumnus and dean of Regent University’s School of Law; Alexandra DeSanctis, author and writer for the National Review; Elisha Krauss, conservative commentator, writ-

er and podcaster; and keynote speaker Abby Johnson, author and former Planned Parenthood clinic director.

While many students and conference attendees were enthralled by each speaker’s words, I could not help but enter a state of nostalgia as I heard the phrase “Roe and Casey overturned,” remembering being at the U.S. Supreme Court on June 24 last year when the Dobbs decision was released.

What got my attention throughout the conference was the focus on the lack of change in the abortion debate. For me, it is not surprising to often hear a prolife individual say, “Dobbs is a major moral victory for America,” and for some pro-choice advocates to

say, “Dobbs marks the end for women›s rights and the beginning of a theocratic state.” While the statement made by pro-choice pundits is absolutely false, the prolife statement does not fully encapsulate the current reality.

Let’s ask ourselves this: Did Dobbs suddenly make America pro-life? As illustrated by the actions of states such as Michigan, California and others, the answer is simply no. During his lecture at the Thursday dinner, Biblical and Religious Studies professor Dr. Carl Trueman, made a compelling point: Today’s culture is very individualistic, and the idea of bodily autonomy is deeply convincing for many, for “the weakest argument is proved the strongest.”

DeSanctis echoed a similar point by arguing much of the reason abortion is still alive and well is due to the mindset that grew out from the sexual revolution that saw sex as carefree and abortion as a necessity for allowing women independence from the burden of pregnancy.

Besides the current culture, the only real change that occurred due to Dobbs was a shift in the jurisdiction, not morality. The real change Dobbs brought was one based on restoring constitutional authority, not proclaiming a moral stance despite popular opinion.

“Dobbs corrected the legal wrong,” Lingo said. “Dobbs did not decide the fate of the moral issue.” In other words, the purpose of Dobbs was not to address

the morality of abortion but to correct the wrongs of the court and restore the debate to its proper locality: the states and the people.

While the reality of abortion is still daunting for many of us, we should ask ourselves where the pro-life movement goes from here. The most pressing dilemma the pro-life movement must address is determining the future strategy for the movement.

I would argue all the speakers gave us great insight that could change the tide for the pro-life movement; I would encourage all to listen when the recordings are released. America is witnessing a new dawn, and the pro-life movement can make it shine brighter than ever before.

Defending the unborn in a libertarian society

Benjamin Seevers

Contributing Writer

Of the many points of divergence between conservative and libertarian thought, abortion is the most highly contested.

I will explain the dissonance between private property and prolife arguments and argue for why abortion might not be so common in a completely libertarian society.

Biology is the center of many conservative arguments against abortion thinking that the establishment of the fetus’ humanity proves their right to life. But a fetus’ right to life is dubious, and its right to occupy the mother’s body is even

more so. There is no private property basis for government prohibitions on abortion. A consistent libertarian position would not forcibly inhibit abortion.

From the starting point of private property based on first use, a fetus would not have rights. Despite many libertarians’ ethical analyses of private property, there is much controversy surrounding what the legal status of the fetus should be. Even if a fetus becomes a self-owner at a later point in time, it cannot be reasonably called a selfowner when in the womb; practically speaking, it does not have the autonomy of a human.

The parents input resources into the process of conception; therefore, they own the output. This is a controversial point among some lib-

ertarians, so let us assume a fetus does, in fact, have a selfownership right. In the case of abortion, the self-owner, or the fetus, is occupying the mother’s body; therefore, the mother has a right to expel the fetus, even if it means the death of the fetus.

A consistent libertarian would not affirm a positive obligation for a parent to care for their child, and neither would they affirm a positive obligation for a parent to see the pregnancy to term. The fetus, whether initially welcomed or not, has no right to inhabit the mother’s womb against the mother’s will.

Policing abortion via government requires taxation, which is unquestionably inconsistent with private property. Under this condition, the only permissible form of policing is done by others through voluntary means,

spontaneous, voluntary force rather than tax-funded agents of the state. If people want abortion to be policed, it must be done voluntarily.

Despite what I have said, I believe abortion to be morally wrong. How should a prolifer defend the unborn in a libertarian society?

Firstly, government-funded abortion providers would be deprived of taxpayer money; however, they would still receive voluntary contributions to some extent, but the state would no longer subsidize abortions.

Secondly, a libertarian society would likely be immensely wealthy, given its lack of government regulations, therefore, eliminating many abortions based on financial unviability.

Lastly, there would be a free market for parental stewardship rights, mean-

ing that stewardship rights to children could be bought and sold on the free market. In a free market, potential aborters would be sacrificing the anticipated future market price of their children, resulting in fewer abortions.

These are only a few ways abortion would be decreased in the entirely free market. For example, ostracism and persuasion will remain viable in a libertarian society. Giving the father a vote in the decision to abort would also limit the number of abortions.

Though libertarians would agree with my policy prescriptions in the end, the preceding arguments are not widely held, even among libertarians. These solutions are not unique to a libertarian society and should be implemented to some extent.

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Thoughts on Parkhurst?

Kiera Jennings ‘24

The big problem with a TikTok ban

Isaac Willour Staff Writer

One of the most enduring trends regarding politics and social media is that the youngest generations focus on the benefits and the older generations focus on the risks. Further complicating this issue is the difference between the users of a service and the regulators of that service: When you have a room full of people talking about an app they have never used and are not familiar with in virtually any capacity, political dunderheadedness is sure to follow.

In few cases was this as obvious as the recent Congressional hearing with TikTok CEO Shou Chew. From grilling Chew over the app’s ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to a truly

baffling line of questioning about dilated pupils and eye tracking, courtesy of Rep. Buddy Carter (R-Ga.), it’s beyond obvious the hearing wasn’t about understanding the case for TikTok. It was to make a political point: The data TikTok collects from American users is available to the CCP, rendering it a threat to American national security.

To be clear, I’m not arguing that Congress members need personal knowledge of a product to effectively legislate on it (“How dare you legislate drugs before popping those fentanyl pills, you bigoted boomer-“). Nor am I arguing that Congress is wrong about TikTok — the data it collects and the transparency its overseers provide to the CCP should have advocates of national security investigating the access Americans have to it, particularly government employees.

The point Congress is missing, however, is a po-

litical one: Banning TikTok is spitting in the face of 150 million American app users, the vast majority of whom are not using the app with malicious intent. A wholesale ban? That’s the government telling millions of Americans, “No, you are not allowed to use your phone to upload that dance video.” Justified? Let’s think about what we’re doing to the people who (for better or worse) view TikTok as an online community being targeted by the government.

The app’s most active user base happens to also be the generation poised to be part of the biggest voter block in decades. To be sure, not everyone is going to vote based on TikTok. Some will. Is it worth sweeping governmental action to prevent people from the possibility of using an app that shares that data with a regime bent on exerting an increasing amount of control over American industries?

That is a question for lawmakers — and the answer may well be yes. But it doesn’t fix the optics problem, and that’s the dirty secret: Many of TikTok’s users don’t care what the CCP does with their data, are not about to go and look it up and are going to accept Terms and Conditions without ever reading a line of it. Using governmental power to take away their iPhone apps is completely unprecedented territory.

Banning TikTok, while potentially in America’s interests, isn’t opening Pandora’s box. But it is going to reveal a reality of America’s new technological age: Platforms like TikTok have created online communities for millions of Americans, and it’s foolish to pretend that those communities will handle that targeting well.

Until lawmakers can understand that risk, they’re legislating blindly, dilated pupils notwithstanding.

Hockey socials miss the mark

Emma Rossi

Sports Editor

The National Hockey League’s (NHL) social media is embarrassing. For a league that tries so hard to “grow the game” and make hockey accessible and interesting to everyone, there is a serious problem with their use of social media.

It is undeniable that social media runs marketing, and this dominant force is perhaps at its most influential in the world of sports. Franchises from major leagues like the National Football League (NFL), National Basketball Association (NBA) and Major League Baseball (MLB) have found ways to utilize Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok in ways that promote teams and connect with their fans.

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Pages during the season, posting ridiculous content on “Victory Mondays” featuring starting quarterback Josh Allen. They humanize their team’s superstar in a way that almost makes him feel like part of the Social Media team. Their content matches the atmosphere of TikTok, which is one of humor and attention-grabbing absurdity.

On the other end of the spectrum, there’s the Baltimore Ravens on Instagram.

The team’s Instagram content is serious, matching the attitude of the team. The posts include content and captions relevant to their specific fanbase.

Yet another platform where the NFL exemplifies proper social media usage is Twitter. Information, press conference clips, and links to press releases dominate NFL Twitter feeds, properly matching traditional Twitter content. In each case, the NFL and its franchises use

each social media platform differently and properly, taking their audience and medium into account.

The same cannot be said for the NHL. Sometimes, it feels like hockey social media accounts are run by an outof-touch 65-year-old who was told they’d lose their job if they didn’t learn how to properly relate to “the young folk.”

Hockey Instagrams and Twitters feel unbelievably out of touch with their fanbase. A team that comes to mind immediately is the Carolina Hurricanes. Head Coach Rod Brind’Amour is intense, serious and sometimes a little scary.

The on-ice play from his team can be described the same way. In general, most hockey teams have a very intense and serious culture, which is why it feels tonedeaf and a little embarrassing when after a heartbreaking loss, social media managers share pictures of puppies and

I transferred in fall 2022, and there are already a lot of improvements coming to campus. Chickfil-A is obviously very exciting, but my friends and I are also really looking forward to the change in the new food provider. Hopefully, the food next year is not only good, but consistently good.

Alexandro Diaz ‘25

I hear that their vegetarian and vegan options are a marked increase in quality from the previous provider, and since myself and many other Grovers have stringent dietary restrictions, it will be a great blessing for all of us. Equally exciting is that Bon Appetit workers get to keep their jobs, so all the relationships between staff and students are maintained. All in all, it seems to be a univocally positive change.

Nathan Cacioppo ‘25

I don’t know much about Parkhurst, but I’m excited about the change because I’ve heard good things about their food service. I will give them the benefit of the doubt because I haven’t been satisfied with the quality of Bon Appetit’s job here, but I’ll need to experience the food myself before I can have a clear opinion.

Benjamin Smith ‘26

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say something along the lines of “Something to make you feel better,” meanwhile their head coach is in a press conference cursing up a storm and holding back tears.

It demonstrates that there is an apparent disconnect between the social media and the team itself. This disconnect is detrimental to the life of this league and the public relations of the franchises.

Clearly, there’s nothing wrong with being silly on social media. As I explained earlier, NFL teams do it all the time, and it’s met with fantastic engagement. The issue, rather, is the context and platform on which unserious content is published.

Sometimes, NHL social media screams, “Read the room.” The league already struggles to keep itself relevant amidst the constantly evolving and adapting other three major American sports leagues. Their apparent inability to use social media doesn’t help.

I am cautiously optimistic; I love Eat’n’Park, but I don’t know exactly how Parkhurst’s food will compare. I know the college is trying to increase the quality of their food, and I hope that this new provider is a success.

Ginger Schiffmayer ‘26

On one hand, I’m glad the Bon Appetit people keep their jobs. On the other hand, it probably won’t make much of a difference. I’m excited for Chikfil-A, though!

Abi Collier ‘26

Sometimes, the unknown can be scary, but it can also be exciting. Let’s hope it’s the latter.

Joshua Xu ‘26

This new change could end in disaster, but at the very least the change could bring some great innovations in the long run.

‘John Wick 4’ is full of fun

Latest installment gives protagonist a proper send-off

David Smith Staff Writer

It’s been nearly four years since the release of “Parabellum,” the third installment in the “John Wick” film series, and “John Wick: Chapter 4,” starring Keanu Reeves and directed by Chad Stahelski, was supposed to have been released two years ago. This latest addition was well worth the wait.

“Chapter 4” opens with the title character (Reeves) on the run from the villainous High Table. However, the main villain in this film is the Marquis Vincent de Gramont (Bill Skarsgård). De Gramont is a crime lord appointed by the High Table who continues to raise the bounty on John Wick. When Wick kills the Elder, the only one who is superior to the High Table, de Gramont summons the New York Continental Hotel manager Winston (Ian McShane) and his concierge, Charon, who both failed to carry out an assassination mission on Wick.De Gramont chastises Winston for his failure to take out Wick and strips Winston of his duties before destroying the Continental.

In Paris, de Gramont tracks down Wick’s friend Caine (Donnie Yen), whom he plans to blackmail into murdering Wick. Caine, who is now blind and retired, is told that his daughter will be killed if he does not get to Wick.

Meanwhile, Wick has taken refuge at the Osaka Continental, but High Table assassins eventually discover Wick’s hiding place and attack the Continental members. When Wick returns to New York, Winston advises him to invoke an old High Table tradition to challenge de Gramont to a duel. This may seem like a

straightforward plot, but various complications stand in the way of Wick achieving his goal and subsequent freedom.

Although “Chapter 4” is nearly three hours long, it feels much more focused than the previous two films. The action sequences are constructed to feel urgent and are perfectly choreographed. Although the action scenes are depicted in a highly stylized manner, they do not overstay their welcome. The action maintains its momentum and never drags out.

Another simple yet brilliant aspect of the film is its well-defined stakes. It is through the tension and eternal battles that we realize the significance of what John is

up against. Whereas most modern action films are cluttered with characters and confusing objects, this “John Wick” film presents a clarity of intention that allows it to be thoroughly enjoyed. Even the complex choreography doesn’t seem overtly gratuitous.

The choreography is stunning, as the fluorescent lights and loud music of a nightclub are almost completely uninterrupted while John intricately defends himself. Later, in one of the coolest action scenes, John battles his enemies in a traffic circle around the Arc de Triomphe. It’s an electric sequence of masterful construction.

One of the most interesting aspects of the film’s action scenes is the way in which

Tunes from the Tower ‘Manners’

Vince Clay Staff Writer

Passion Pit’s 2009 debut album “Manners” garnered widespread acclaim from fans and critics alike. To understand the power of the album and pop music in general, one must consider famed indie artist Grimes’ statement, that pop music is “immediately gratifying and very open and accessible.” Passion Pit encapsulates Grimes’ belief that pop music is special, and “Manners” was the first example of the band’s musical mastery.

the outside world seems completely uninterrupted. Some critics might find this unreasonably unrealistic, but it provides a unique ambience to the film.

“Chapter 4” may very well be the best “John Wick” installment since the first. However, there are elements of the film that are lacking. For instance, it seems as though the action sequences take precedence over the story. Although that is basically the point of the film, it still seems as though the action/story scenes were offbalance. Thankfully, most of the plot was established and easy to follow early on. Fans of the “John Wick” series will inevitably find this one to be the most rewarding and fun.

‘Dungeons and Dragons’ delights fantasy fans

Megan Eisentraut

Contributing Writer

Originally released in 1974, Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) is a popular fantasy role-playing game. Played with different classes of magical creatures and characters, the game often goes on for days and has made appearances in a variety of movies and TV shows. There have been three D&D movies over the years; one in 2000, another in 2005 and the third in 2012. The latest installment, “Honor Among Thieves,” has been ranked very highly among critics and audiences alike.

The film follows Edgin Darvis (Chris Pine) who breaks out of jail to reunite with his daughter. When they discover the events that led to their capture were a setup and the man they left Darvis’ daughter with (Hugh Grants), they assemble a team of thieves to take him out and save Darvis’ daughter.

One of the things I loved about this movie was that I didn’t need any prior knowledge of D&D to enjoy it. While there were elements of the magical system power levels of the characters I didn’t fully track with, the

plot was strong enough that it didn’t impact the audience’s experience.The film could have been terrible if it took itself too seriously, but by taking a comedic route it allowed the audience to laugh and immerse themselves in this fantasy world. While they teased the stereotypes that went along with the different classes of magical users popular in the game, they kept the movie lighthearted and funny. It was family-friendly and uplifting, with fun aspects of magic and adventure that kept audiences on the edge of their seats. With special effects that emphasized the character’s path toward good

or evil and stakes that were high, the antagonist had me flinching throughout.

There was a clear distinction between the use of magic for both good and evil, and twists and turns throughout the movie largely played into this fact.

To save his daughter from the man who ruined his life, Darvis’ character is one that is relatable. Most viewers would agree it was very easy to root for Darvis. I also loved that there was no romantic interest between the two main characters.

They had a strictly platonic relationship, even with her helping raise his daughter. I think their relationship dy-

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namic is one that is underrepresented in movies and television, and they did an excellent job of portraying it.

Overall, the movie did a terrific job capturing the aspects of D&D that players have loved about the game for the last 50 years while also keeping the film understandable for people who have never played the game before.

It was funny, family-oriented and could be enjoyed by anyone and everyone. I would highly recommend seeing it before it’s out of theaters. It is the type of movie that could be enjoyed as a date, family outing or with a group of friends.

Passion Pit is the moniker of Michael Angelakos, a sensational musician and songwriter. Thirteen years after the writing of “Manners,” he has shown there’s more staying power in his music than anyone could have expected. Angelakos would certainly agree with Grimes’ definition of pop music. On “Manners,” Angelakos seems to take a box of all the brightest and loudest instruments in his music studio and haphazardly spill it across the floor. He blends electro-pop, stadium rock, glitch and folk music into one unique sound. Angelakos bats around ideas to the point that any given song will have one, two or three catchy melodies.

Take the standout track “Little Secrets.” Driven by a staccato synthesizer rhythm, the song about young love is bursting with distorted bass, endless synthesizer noodles, impressive vocal harmonies and even a children’s choir.

Regardless of how childlike or “cute” his music sounds, Angelakos stops at nothing to make the songs as euphoric as possible.

The stringed arpeggios of “Moth’s Wings” build into a larger-than-life call to arms. The iconic hit “Sleepyhead” builds off a disorienting sample and four-on-the-floor kick that opens into an Alice in Wonderland-esque world of surreal lyricism.

“My beard grew down to the floor / and out through the doors of your eyes, begonia skies / like a sleepyhead,” he sings.

Despite this maximalism, the album is far from repetitive. Songs like the orchestral-power ballad “Swimming in the Flood” or the funk-soul banger “To Kingdom Come” are refreshing reprieves in the tracklist.

As mainstream pop moves away from clean minimalism into the bright maximalist future of artists like 100 Gecs and Pink Pantheress, it is clear to see that Passion Pit’s no-holds-barred approach to pop is truly timeless.

WLAX steamrolls PAC opponents

Brynn Miller

Contributing Writer

Grove City College women’s lacrosse has improved its conference record to 4-2 after a close game between the Wolverines and the Thiel Tomcats on Tuesday that ended in a 15-12 victory for Grove City.

Thiel started the first quarter off strong with three goals in a row, but senior midfielder Madison Nazigian got the ball rolling for Grove City with the first Wolverine goal of the game. Junior attack Madeline Dunda and sophomore midfielder Mara Polczynski followed suit to tie the game at 3-3 to end the first quarter.

Thiel attempted to take the lead at the beginning of the second quarter with an early goal, but the Wolverines fought back with one

goal from Dunda and three from Nazigian. The Tomcats fought back and ended the first half in a tie of 7-7.

Grove City only allowed two Thiel goals during the third quarter and scored six goals giving the Wolverines a four-point lead going into the last quarter. The third-quarter scorers were Polczynski and sophomore midfielder Amber Wartman, each with two goals, and Nazigian and Dunda with one each.

Nazigian started the fourth quarter off with a goal in the first minute and Wartman scored the last Grove City goal of the game on a free-position shot bringing the Wolverines to a final 15 points.

Polczynski not only dominated on offense, but she also led the Grove City defense with five ground ball pickups, caused five turnovers

and racked up six draws.

The Wolverines earned a 15-12 victory.

Although last Saturday’s game against the Chatham Cougars ended in a 14-10 loss for the Wolverines, Grove City did not give the Cougars an easy win.

Grove City won 15 of the 28 draws with Nazigian and Wartman each winning four. Grove City also forced 12 turnovers with Jackson and Wartman each causing three, and the Wolverines only turned the ball over 17 times while the Cougars had 31 turnovers.

Nazigian led the Wolverines in scoring again with three goals. Junior midfielder Lucy Martin stepped foot on the field for the first time this season after an offseason injury and started her season off strong with two goals. The remaining five

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Track and field races to the finish line

Joel Sledd Staff Writer

Men and women’s track and field started the outdoor portion of their season strong, earning high placements across a variety of events in a series of invitationals.

In the Thiel College Invitational, there were several Grove City athletes placing first in their events. Freshman Audrey Karwowski and sophomore Ella Lyle took first and second, respectively, in the women’s 800-meter run.

Freshman Alexander Mitchell took first place in the men’s 400-meter dash with a time of 48.7 seconds. Junior Nick Gustafson earned first in shotput with a throw of 15.84 meters, and senior James Parenti took first in discus throwing 43.59 meters. Many more Grove City athletes earned first or a high ranking in their events.

The men and women competed in their annual home invitational on Wednesday, April 5.

Three Grove City athletes earned first in their events.

Senior James Parenti took a victory in discus with a throw of 146 feet and eight inches, freshman Alex Mitchell won the men’s 400-meter dash with a time of 49.07 seconds, and junior Gabe Dun-

lap threw 51.77 meters in the men’s javelin throw.

For the women’s team, the 3200-meter relay team, comprised of senior Abby Biddle and sophomores Ella Lyle, Kaylynn Johnson and Lydia Bennett, opened the day’s events with a win for Grove City. To aid the Wolverines’ efforts, sophomore Grace Smith won the 1500-meter dash with a time of four minutes and 51.7 seconds.

On Saturday, April 1, Grove City competed in the Slippery Rock University Invitational. Senior Emma Vezzosi set a personal record to win the women’s long jump measuring 18 feet and 2.5 inches.

Sophomore Ryan Lenhart earned second overall in discus with a throw of 141 feet and three inches. Although Lenhart placed second, he earned first among Division III athletes.

The track and field team began their outdoor season with a dominant performance competition in the Bethany Outdoor Invitational. The Wolverines finished second place with 91 total points.

Dozens of Grove City athletes placed high in their respective competitions and earned many points for the teams. Mitchell and Karwowski placed first in the men’s 400-meter and women’s 800-meter, respectively.

goals were scored by Dunda, sophomore midfielder Emily Arnold, sophomore defender Meah Groves, Polczynski and Roetering.

Jackson again led the defense in ground balls with five. Polczynski, Wartman and sophomore goalie Elyse Kiggins each picked up four ground balls. Jackson and Wartman each also caused three turnovers.

The Wolverines made program history last Tuesday, April 11 with a 22-0 win over the Waynesburg Yellow Jackets marking their highest-scoring game to date. The top scorer was Nazigian who managed to score six goals which brought her career total to 101 goals, making her the first Grove City women’s lacrosse player to pass 100 career goals.

“Defense wins championships, I stand by that. We

have some talented offensive players that can put the ball in the back of the net, but we give our defense a lot of credit for what they do,” Head Coach Cassley Jackowski said.

Defense stonewalled Waynesburg, who only managed two shots on goal during the entire game. Kiggins and freshman Mia Gallagher each saved one of them allowing zero points.

In addition to claiming the top scorer, Nazigian dominated the draw with 11 draw controls. Jackson picked up six ground balls and caused four turnovers. Polczynski had four ground ball pickups and three turnovers, and Krabitz also picked up four ground balls.

The Wolverines are back in action 3 p.m. tomorrow at the Allegheny Gators.

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Men’s Golf closed out pre-PAC prep with two third-place placements and a second place, 343-point performance at the W&J Invitational. Both men and women’s golf will take the course in PAC Championships next weekend.

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Lyle earned first in the women’s 3000-meter steeplechase, and sophomore Nick Petucci earned first in the men’s triple jump.

The freshman class has served as a bright spot for the team. Many of the teams’ winning performances this season have come from the freshmen class.

“We have a lot of new talent and hard workers who are committed to the sport. The way they have been contributing to the team culture has been great. We have a great class this year,” sophomore Shannon Morrissey said.

This freshmen class is one of the largest classes to ever join Grove City’s track and field team, with 41 new recruits.

Junior Paige Cotton commented on the size of the class: “We got a bigger freshmen class, so having more people in each event and being able to pick up more points is great. We’re all a bit more serious and a bit more dedicated. Attitudes have changed and it’s for the better.”

Both the men and women will compete in the Presidents’ Athletic Conference Championships in Morgantown, W.Va., on Thursday, April 27 and Friday, April 28.

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a brotherhood.

“Teams aren’t meant to just be transactional. You don’t go in o tplay a match, high-five one another and call it a day. This is a team where you grow to love and sacrifice for one another, learn where one another struggles in athletics and life and lift each other up so we all succeed,” Kaufman shared.

Division III athletics are highly competitive, which sophomore Lydia Bennett has experienced in her time running cross country and distance for the women’s track and field team.

“It’s easy to assume they will be a certain caliber because they didn’t go to a Division I or Division II school, but occasionally some athletes surprise you because they come out of nowhere and have the talent to move up a division, yet they decide to compete at the Division III level instead,” Bennett said.

“It’s exciting to compete year after year against the same schools and be surprised by new athletes that are beyond the caliber you initially expected. Those athletes are really fun to watch, and they help motivate others to work harder in hopes of catching up to and beating that higher-caliber athlete.”

Evan Umland Baseball Pitcher of the Week

Nick Sampson Baseball Rookie of the Week

Kobi Bui Men’s Lacrosse Rookie of the Week

Alex Mitchell Men’s Track and Field Rookie of the Week

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From left to right, seniors utility Reese Trauger, goalie Tia Kannel and driver Emory Shepson pose during their senior night ceremony last Friday.

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Baseball takes PACs head on Wolverine win streak hits five games

Joel Sledd Staff Writer

The Wolverine baseball team extended its five-game win streak after defeating Bethany College in a doubleheader last Saturday. The doubleheader consisted of a combined total of 30 hits and 26 runs scored.

The Wolverines won their first game against Bethany scoring 14-1. Sophomore third baseman Shane Cato scored the most runs with three, and junior shortstop Lucca Baccari had three RBIs, or runs batted in.

Sophomore pitcher David Leslie threw a complete game, striking out seven players while only allowing three hits.

In game two, Grove City came out on top again with a final score of 12-2. Freshman centerfielder Nick Sampson scored four runs, and senior catcher C.J. Saylor had five RBIs. With this doubleheader sweep, the Wolverines improved their record to 21-7 overall and 8-2 in conference games.

Last Wednesday, Grove City put up another pair of dominating performances sweeping the Geneva Golden

Tornadoes.

Grove City won the first game with a final score of 20-6. The Wolverines were down 1-0 at the end of the first inning, but in the last four Grove City scored 20 points. This game saw nine players score at least one run with Saylor leading the team in game one with four total runs scored.

Grove City pulled ahead of Geneva in game two with

a 7-1 victory. Baccari scored the most runs with two and had three RBIs.

In another doubleheader played Saturday, April 8, Grove City split against the Allegheny Gators.

In game one, the Wolverines lost 7-6 but almost pulled off a comeback victory after scoring three runs in the seventh inning falling short in the eighth.

In the second game, Grove

Playing for the love of the game

Emma Rossi Sports Editor

In 1973, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) made the Division III distinction with an admirable goal in mind, to facilitate a well-rounded collegiate experience for student-athletes, ensuring athletics are “an integral part” of this experience.

Now Grove City College is home to 530 student-athletes across 23 Division III programs. In the last 25 years, the Wolverines have earned the Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) Championship Title over 150 times.

The same athletes who dedicate hours in the gym, in the pool, on the court, field and on a track are valuable members of several on-campus organizations. They are members of sororities and fraternities, serve as club presidents and fulfill multiple roles within their major, all while keeping up with Grove City’s rigorous academic demands.

One of the main factors that distinguish Division III from Divisions I and II is that the athletes are not given scholarships. For athletes, this means they choose to play in college for the love of the game.

Head Women’s Soccer Coach Melissa Lamie spoke on the difference this makes in the competitive attitude of athletes.

“Division III athletes play because they want to. They

are not there to earn anything. They give everything, and the returns are not monetary. This is why I played Division III sports and why I have never wanted to leave the Division III level. I enjoy working with athletes that play purely because they want to, because they love it and because they know it is worth it,” Lamie said.

One of Lamie’s players, junior midfielder Anna Jenkins describes the commitment of athletes outside of the required lifts and practice times, explaining the dedication comes from “a place of loving our sport and wanting to succeed.”

“We are all on the same level as there are no scholarships, which creates unity within the team. We are also able to focus more on academics, and sports become something that we choose to pour a lot of time into because we love it,” Jenkins said.

Head Women’s Volleyball Coach Leo Sayles shares the same perspective and is continually impressed by the levels of dedication from Division III athletes. Despite the lack of scholarships, he consistently sees effort equal to that of collegiate athletes receiving monetary support.

Sayles believes Division III athletics are an opportunity to grow the whole person, rather than just the athlete.

“As a former Division III athlete and now coach, I love the Division III model which allows student-athletes more freedom to pursue other academic and extracurricular endeavors. I love seeing my athletes performing in our musical ensembles or on stage in theatrical productions,” Sayles said. “I also enjoy supporting athletes who are able to play multiple sports and do well. To me, Division III embodies a true liberal arts education, which strengthens students in body, mind and spirit.”

Wolverine baseball’s senior starting catcher C.J. Saylor is in his fourth year of Division III experience. He appreciates the difference in culture that Division III cultivates, which is one of humility, support and community.

“At the Division III level, people play because they love the game, not because they are trying to make a living off of it. It is refreshing to be surrounded by people who are great teammates and actually want each person to succeed no matter if they are playing or not,” Saylor said.

“I guess another way to put it is there are very few egos on a team within the Division III level. The team has a culture that is connected to each other and truly wants to win and be happy doing it!”

Junior Collier Kaufman experiences the same culture playing for the men’s tennis team, describing the team as

College. Although the Wolverines have a better overall record, Washington & Jefferson is 10-2 in the PAC while Grove City is 8-2.

“We’ve done some good things,” Head Coach Matt Royer said. “We’ve battled through some adversity, and we’ve had a lot of injuries. But you’re going to face that every year, and so far we’ve handled it well.”

The freshmen have been working with the upperclassmen to integrate into Wolverine baseball quickly. “Hopefully, these freshmen can continue that work and get an idea of college baseball to keep getting better,” Royer said.

City took revenge beating Allegheny 8-3. Scoring five runs in the fourth inning propelled the Wolverines ahead of Allegheny. Three more runs were scored to start Grove City’s win streak. All eight points were scored by eight different players.

Grove City is now ranked second in the Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) standings, only trailing behind Washington & Jefferson

The Wolverines have battled past the toughest teams on the schedule. “Our toughest conference games, we played them in the first series. We went 4-2, but both losses were by one run,” Royer said.

Grove City plays Thiel tomorrow at 1 p.m. on R. Jack Behringer Field, weather permitting. With five games of the regular season left, Grove City remains second in the PAC rankings.

Softball’s sweeps, splits and singles

Emma Rossi Sports Editor

Wolverine softball has improved their conference record to 10-7 after splitting a non-conference doubleheader against Penn State Beaver.

In Wednesday’s first game, the Wolverines defeated the Nittany Lions 12-4. Eight Wolverines scored runs for the Grove City effort, with sophomore first baseman Brooke Brodie leading the team with three. Brodie also secured the win from the circle, pitching all the game’s five innings.

Junior second baseman Erin Mulholland led the team in runs batted in (RBIs), racking up four across her three at-bats.

In the second game, the Wolverines almost completed a comeback after being down by four in the fourth inning. They lost the game by only one run, finishing with a score of 7-6.

On Tuesday afternoon, the Wolverines split a doubleheader with the Waynesburg Yellow Jackets. The Yellow Jackets are 11-3 in the Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) and rank second overall.

Grove City was bested 7-4 by the Yellow Jackets in the first game but took the second game with a 9-3 victory.

In the second game, the Wolverines’ nine runs were contributed across six innings, with scoring opening in the first thanks to an RBI from junior infielder Emily Smyth.

Three runs were scored in the fifth inning, and the final

five were scored in the sixth. A single from Brodie led to two RBIs, with sophomore second baseman Maci Linhart and Dawson making it home and improving the Wolverines’ scoreboard advantage to 6-3.

Last Saturday, Grove City faced third-seed Allegheny in a twin bill on the road in Meadville, Pa. The Wolverines were shutout in the first half of the two games but came back to beat the Gators 5-1 in an eight-inning battle.

To close the game, the Wolverines had four RBIs to break the tie and secure the 5-1 win. Junior catcher Lauren Harris advanced on an error from the Gators’ pitcher to open scoring in the eighth.

A single from sophomore first baseman Brooke Brodie and a double from senior pitcher Janessa Dawson gave Grove City their final three tallies. Dawson leads the Wolverines with a .458 batting average.

Head Coach Kristen Cramer ’08 said prior to the team’s games against first-seed Waynesburg and third-seed Allegheny, “We are also a top team in our conference. So, the key to victory is to simply to be ourselves. Play to our strengths and do what we know we can do.”

On April 12, the Wolverines faced the Westminster Titans in a doubleheader at home field. In the first game, the Wolverines fell 3-1 and 9-1 in the second. The Titans’ sweep of the Wolverines snapped the team’s win

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Junior shortstop Lucca Baccari takes a swing in Saturday’s sweep over Bethany.

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