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“September: it was the most beautiful of words, he’d always felt, evoking orange-flowers, swallows, and regret.” ~Alexander Theroux

The Wilson Billboard September 25, 2009 Wilson College Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Vol. XXXXI, No. 4

Wilson Takes Steps to Protect Students from the Swine Flu

by Sarah Martin Save your life; buckle up and wash your hands. According to the World personal disposable thermometer, please see college nurse Nicole Villella.

Wilson offers students dorms in Rosenkrans for isolation purposes. Wilson Health Organization (WHO) road traffic accidents caused 1.27 million deaths in 2008. That makes up 2.2% of deaths worldwide. Traffic stocked the kitchens with supplies, such as Gatorade, tissues, etc. If accidents are unpredictable and chancy ways to die; yet it is more likely students choose isolation in Rosenkrans dining hall meals would be that a person will die in a car accident than from the H1N1 Influenza Virus, provided to them. A student who is selfNow “things (are) also known as Swine Flu. Out of the 277,607 confirmed cases worldwide isolating in their dorm can request to have a quiet but only 3,205 deaths have occurred. That is 1.2% of all Swine Flu cases friend bring them a meal. The student must pretty worldwide. With such a low percentage, why are people worried about contact dining serves, just as they would for if things start to carryout boxes, and have their friend scan the H1N1 Virus? ramp up a little bit This strain of the flu reached pandemic status in just under five months. their ID card. Wilson is also asking faculty students should March 18, Mexico reported the first confirmed cases of what Mexican and staff to stay home if they feel they have emails,” health officials were calling Influenza-Like Illness (ILI). WHO’s the flu. Students would do well to be aware watch Timeline of the H1N1 lists the first seven confirmed cases of ILI in the of professor’s policies regarding absences. Warns nurse Villella Now “things (are) pretty quiet but if United States (US) on April 24. Just five days later, nine countries reported confirmed cases of the swine influenza. The US reported things start to ramp up a little bit students should watch emails” Villella its first swine flu death on April 29. By July 1 the WHO began warns. Wilson will send any updates regarding the Swine Flu via e-mail to listing the Influenza as a pandemic. As of Sept. 18, Pennsylvania all students and staff. Already health tips have circulated the campus. A reported 2,349 confirmed cases and 10 deaths from the H1N1 virus. few of the tips include self-isolation, washing hands, covering mouths Even with such low numbers in relation to the worldwide reports and if you cannot wash hands in a sink please use alcohol based hand sanitizer. An important part of preventing on the Swine Flu, Wilson is responding to the spread of the flu is disinfecting. The the fears of the students. One such student, housekeeping staff is more conscientious Amanda Wolk ’12, expresses a concern that about wiping down and disinfecting many students are showing, “my greatest fear areas of heavy use, such as tabletops, is because we are so close to Gettysburg and chairs, doorknobs and light switches.

Ship, it would only take one person to come Students and staff may receive a vaccine and visit a friend or something, and some young for both the seasonal flu and the H1N1, child may get sick. Then it’ll spread to the rest but keep in mind that doctors distribute of us.” This strain of the flu affects pregnant vaccines to those at higher risks before the women, people younger than 50, and those with public. Pharmacies dispense the seasonal pre-existing health problems more severely flu vaccine during the last week in September, than other people. Most cases are relatively and plan to schedule the H1N1 vaccine for mild. However, because our immune systems Mid-October. Students, faculty and staff, have not built up the necessary resistances who are interested in receiving a flu vaccine, to this strain, most people will become sick. contact Nicole Villella. For those at high Many people who contract Swine Flu are risk for contracting the Swine Flu because over it in two to three days. Typical symptoms of pre-existing medical conditions, see a include: temperature 101 or above, lower primary care physician for the vaccine. respiratory cough, headaches, body aches, Villella receives reports on colleges runny nose, sore throat, and mild vomiting and universities every Monday as well and/or diarrhea. Summit Health advises the as updates from the various health best thing to do is to stay home (self-isolate), organizations. Wilson is a testing spot for relieve symptoms by taking fever-reducing the Health department to track the spread of medications, get plenty of rest, and drink fluids.

The Swine Flu spreads through Margaret Barry ‘11 protects herself from the swine flu. the flu. So far, none of the swabs have come back positive. For further information, socialization. Most people who have it feel Photo by Sarah Martin ‘11 slightly under the weather, but do go to class, attend meals, and hang out please visit the Wilson News webpage, not the Health page. Or with friends. Wilson cautions students to check their symptoms and if you can visit www.cdc.gov, www.flu.gov, or www.who.int. A they suspect H1N1, self-isolate and monitor their temperature. When table on the H1N1 virus will be set up during Safety Week, Oct 26their temperature reaches a normal temperature for 24 hours without 30. See page two for information about where to get vaccinated. the use of fever reducing medicines the student may return to normal Update from Student Development: Seasonal flu shot production is running activities. Resident Life Assistants have first aid kits, which include behind schedule, Wilson has not yet recieved their supply of flu shots. Please thermometers, Tylenol and related materials. If students would like a watch emails for updates on the dates for vaccination.

Editorial-Opinion

Editoral

by Kayla Chagnon

Last week was Sarah Wilson week on Wilson’s campus. Students chanted songs, wore their dinks and squirted each other with water guns. While Sarah Wilson week celebrates Wilson’s traditions, it also has a darker side: students on Wilson’s campus lose their civility. They are no longer as polite. They scream in each other’s faces and throw water balloons at the one another. This loss of decorum separates people and resurrects a week-long rivalry, which lays dormant the rest of the year. Students separate into two groups, the Evens (even graduation years) and the Odds (odd graduation year). Occasionally, the rivalry culminates in conflict that goes beyond just school spirit, distancing students from Wilson’s focus on building cohesive community spirit. Has there been a death of civility or does it disappear during this one week?

America lost some of its own civility and unifying community spirit in recent weeks as well. On Wed, Sept. 9, Representative Joe Wilson (R-SC) screamed, “You lie,” during President Obama’s speech on health care reform. He said this in reply to Obama’s statement that the health care reform plan would not cover illegal immigrants. This shocked many on the House floor where lawmakers must address each other in the third person because the senate follows strict rules of order called the Standing Rules of the United States Senate. Sen. Wilson later apologized saying, “While I disagree with the president’s statement, my comments were inappropriate and regrettable. I extend sincere apologies to the president for this lack of civility.” However, the damage was already done; party lines between Democrats and Republicans were reinforced, even though many Republicans

also chastised Rep. Wilson for his outburst. A formal rebuke from the House followed soon after.

However, that is not all, on Sat, Sept. 12, Serena Williams argued with a line judge about a foot fault, while playing in the U.S. Open. Williams walked up to the judge and reportedly screamed obscenities in her face, appearing to threaten the judge. While the U.S. Tennis Association fined Williams $10,000 for her outburst, the court of public opinion had already split into two groups. Many former tennis players, including John McEnroe chastised Williams for her actions. others said that the USTA fined her because she was a woman. Sports commentators remarked that the USTA let former tennis “bad boys,” including McEnroe get away with worse tirades. Lastly, on Sun, Sept. 13, Kanye West took the microphone from Taylor Swift at the MTV Video Music Awards, claiming that Beyoncé deserved the Video Music Award for Best Female Video instead of Swift. While most stars chastised West for his remarks, he did get more press than he received in months. Even though most people saw his comments as rude, his comments made him momentarily popular in some circles.

From watching the media today, it seems like manners are no longer important. The lack of courtesy that others show in these moments, creates controversy for its own sake, polarizes communities, and dilutes mutual respect. Wilson displays this same polarization during Sarah Wilson week. Yet, Wilson cannot let these few times without decorum create permanent rifts that destory campus civility. Students choose sides during Sarah Wilson week, but they should not during the rest of the year. Students may be Even or Odd, but do not forget that the blue and silver of Wilson connects us all.

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“Can you identify this former Wilson student, even with her face obscured?”

Photo captured by Suzanne Cole

One Student’s View

by Suzanne Cole

On a slow afternoon, Wilson students, faculty, staff, parents, and local stalkers have a new option available for entertainment: the campus webcam. Now, anyone in the world with an internet connection can monitor the comings and goings infront of Lenfest Commons. The webcam, which viewers can control via the Wilson website with no password or other encryption required, is mounted under the eaves of Edgar Hall in a plastic bubble. Everyone can access the webcam on the Wilson website under the Student Life section.

Upperclasswomen will remember the Science Center webcam, installed to follow the construction progress on the building. Professor Dana Harringer spearheaded the documentation of the Science Center construction, including the webcam. Professors would show the webcam in class; students would check the webcam in the afternoons; and alumnae would delight in the manifestation of their giving. Even students studying abroad would use the webcam to keep up with the progress of the fantastic new building. This webcam featured primarily construction workers, not Wilson students.

The current location of the webcam is different, however. Rather than offering a chance to monitor a major construction project, the webcam in its present location offers a glimpse into the comings and go-

ings in Lenfest Commons. Anyone who walks through the main doors of Lenfest as far as the security vehicle parking space will be visible on the webcam. In the initial phases of the webcam, zoom options were available that would reveal very specific details of the people featured on the camera.

When asked about the webcam, Dean of Students Carolyn Perkins said, that the installation and management of the camera was Jeff Zufelt’s brainchild. Zufelt, Vice President for College Advancement, brought the project to the college cabinet; and the cabinet approved it unanimously. Zufelt was not available for comment on this article. Dean Perkins said, “All the schools have them, and now Wilson is wired, too.”

Another difference between the Science Center construction cam and the webcam outside Lenfest, is publicity. There were all-campus emails and announcements about the construction cam, while there has been no official announcement or notification about the Lenfest webcam. Because of this “sneak attack” camera installation, several students who wish to remain anonymous have started calling the webcam the “creeper cam.” Because the camera has not been limited to the Wilson community, students have complained of having their privacy violated or the feeling of someone “looking over our shoulders.”

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Parking Lot Confusion Clarified

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by Molly Yerger

Lately, there has been much confusion about the parking regulations on campus. According to Sherri Ihle, director of Resident Life, Wilson will be going back to previous parking regulations. Students can find these regulations online in the Resident Life section of the Wilson website.

Every student is encouraged to attend Parking Committee meetings.

The committee holds meetings on the second Tuesday of every month at 2:00pm. Any student who wishes to express concerns or suggestions regarding the parking regulations can attend the meeting. A representative from each department will be available at this time.

If a student wishes to appeal a ticket, it should be done through e-mail, rather than in person or during a committee meeting so the case can be determined anonymously. If a student should choose to appeal a ticket, Resident Life should be emailed within five days of receiving the ticket.

The email should include a thorough explain of the reason for appealing the ticket.

Anyone is able to purchase a parking pass, although this does not mean that Wilson guarantees parking. Refer to the campus map located on the Wilson College website to see the designated parking spaces. If a student finds that there is not a convenient parking space near the dorm or the classroom and does not wish to walk alone, the student is welcome to call security and request an escort.

Contact reslife@wilson.edu with any questions or concerns.

Dorm Phones Now Optional

by Jacquelyn Valencia

Many returning students may have noticed the change right away. As for students new to campus, it may not have been so apparent at first. So what is different?

Sometime last year, Cabinet decided to change the landline phone service in the residence hall rooms to an opt-in system as a way for Wilson College to be more fiscally responsible.

“We found that most students didn’t use their room phone and either unhooked it or simply never answered it—many never even knew their phone number or used their voice mail,” said Sherri Ihle, Director of Residence Life.

All room phones are DID #--Direct-Inward Dial number—which allows a person to call a student room directly without entering an extension.

The college pays Embarq monthly per DID # out of its operating budget.

However, many students have stopped using the phone services provided by the college as cell phone use increases.

The Cabinet looked at three different options for phone service based on what comparable colleges have done: (1) Simply not offer a phone service at all, (2) work the phone service expense into student fees which would raise costs, or (3) compromise with some version of an opt-in system where any student could choose to have a landline phone service in their room for a flat fee that would be charged to their bill.

“We felt the opt-in system allowed us to save the most money while still being able to provide the landline phone service to students who still wanted or needed it,” said Ihle.

The opt-in service is a $50 per semester charge assessed on a student’s bill, which covers the monthly service charge for the line as well as the reprogramming costs at the start of each year. In addition, the college will provide a phone at no charge upon request of the student, since many students were bringing new phones from home to use in their room.

Currently, the college is in the midst of this transition, with all student room phone jacks still on and functioning at this point.

“We will leave these lines on until we have finished installing all of the public space phones in the residence halls because we want to ensure that

Forum sets the stage for Fall 2009

by Kayla Chagnon

Dean Mary Hendrickson started the fall 2009 All College Forum by announcing that Wilson increased enrollment in all fields, including a large increase in the education department. She thanked the faculty and staff for their efforts to assist students and singled out particular staff members for their dedication to Wilson students. While upbeat, Hendrickson pointed out struggles that Wilson faces: the economy is still depressed and while Wilson admitted more students, this also means that more financial aid from the college is required to assist them. Middle States found Wilson deficient in two areas: the college’s mission statement and assessment of learning goals. And Hendrickson announced that the college has already begun to assess these two areas to make the necessary changes.

Jim Fisher, Vice President for Finance and Administration, talked about the financial hardships that Wilson had faced in the past year.

Fisher said that Wilson ended the 2009 fiscal year in July with a deficit, but that the college will finished the calendar year with a balanced budget. Fisher blamed the shortfalls on decreased enrollment for the spring semester and for a large utility bill that came from the new science center. He expressed that this fiscal year would not result in the same budget issues.

Mary Ann Naso, Vice President for Enrollment, thanked the faculty for their work in bringing students to Wilson and thanked the athletics department in particular for their work in bringing new student-athletes to campus. Naso also commented on the increase in students, with College for Women enrollment jumping to its highest since 1973 with 142 new adult students, along with a large proportion of male students with 129 male students enrolled at Wilson in total.

Carolyn Perkins, Dean of Students, discussed the potential for a swine flu outbreak at Wilson. According to Perkins, no one on campus has contracted the flu so far. She stressed the importance of using soap and water or hand sanitizer, and of coughing in your arm or using Kleenex to stop the spread of airborne germs. She also said that flu shots will be available later in the semester, free for students and $10 for faculty and staff. When Wilson runs out of vaccines, Perkins suggested the college has partnered with Walgreens drugstore on Lincoln Highway east to meet potential shortfalls Dean Hendrickson will act as Wilson’s President until Oct. 1 when President Edmundson returns to campus. all students have access to a landline phone on their floor without having to travel through a locked door to reach a phone from their room,” said Ihle.

Public phones are located as follows: Mac/Dav public phones are located in computer rooms on each floor Prentis has a public line in the main lobby as well as one on each floor outside of the kitchen.

Riddle has one at the main entrance and in the stairwell by the kitchen South has a hook-up available just inside the main entry door at the bottom of the staircase.

Disert has one at the main entrance and will have another one installed on each floor—1st floor phones will be in the lounge; 2nd and 3rd already have phone jacks available in the hallways in one of the walk-through areas at the south end of the hall “We recognize that residents still need to have access to landline phones in cases of emergency, power outage, and even for simple things like ordering delivery. Once all of the public space phones are up and running, we will send out a notice of the room phone shut off date and the transition to the opt-in service system will be complete,” said Ihle.

Any students currently interested in the opt-in landline service should contact Lorie Helman in Student Development for more information.

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Locations for Flu Vaccines Arts Day “Falls” into Autumn ♦ Giant Pharmacy, Wayne Ave.-- Fri, Oct. 16 and Mon, Oct. 26, from 10:00am-2:00pm. Call 261-1556. Cost: $30-$45 for Pneumovax (will bill Medicare B). ♦ CVS Pharmacy, W. Washington St., Chambersburg-- Wed, Oct. 21, from 10:00am-2:00pm and Wed, Nov. 18, from 3:00-7:00pm. Call 2639893. Cost is $30. ♦ CVS Pharmacy, Wayne Ave., Chambersburg-- Sat, Oct. 17, from 10:00am-2:00pm. Call 263-6788. Cost is $30. ♦ CVS Pharmacy, E. Main St., Waynesboro-- Mon, Oct. 19, from 10:00am-2:00pm and Tues, Nov. 3. from 3:00-7:00pm. Call 762-1126.

Cost is $30. ♦ Weis Market, Chambersburg-- Tues, Nov. 10, from 9:00am-3:00pm.

Call 261-2574. Cost is $25 (will bill Medicare B). ♦ Weis Market, Shippensburg, Wed, Oct. 28, from 4:00-6:00pm. Call 5323432. Cost is $25 (will bill Medicare B). ♦ Rite Aid Pharmacy, Queen St., Chambersburg--Wed, Oct. 21 and Wed, Nov. 11, from 2:00-6:00pm. Call 263-8040. Cost is $30-$40 for Pneumovax (will bill Medicare B). ♦ Giant Pharmacy, Norland Ave., Chambersburg-- Mon, Oct. 5 from 10:00am-2:00pm and Fri, Oct. 29 from 3:00-7:00pm. Call 267-0440. Cost is $30-$45 for Pneumovax (will bill Medicare B). ♦ Giant Pharmacy, 397 Baltimore Rd., Shippensburg--Sat, Oct 10 and Mon, Nov. 2 from 10:00am-2:00pm. Call 5327170. ♦ Walgreens, 949 Lincoln Way E., Chambersburg-- daily beginning Wed, Sept. 2 from 9:00am-9:00pm. Call 261-1303. Cost is $25 and free for Medicare B. ♦ North Pointe Pharmacy, Philadelphia Ave., Chambersburg-- Mon, Oct. 12, from 8:00am12:00pm. Call 263-0747. Cost is $30-$45 for Pneumovax (will bill Medicare B). ♦ Food Lion, 4170 Philadelphia Ave, Chambersburg, Mon., Oct. 5 from 10:00am-2:00pm, call 267-1019. ♦ Food Lion, 500 N. Antrim Way, Greencastle, Fri, Oct. 16, from 10:00am-2:00pm, call 593-0230 ♦ Food Lion, 300 S. Fayette St., Shippensburg, Wed, Oct. 21, from 10:00am-2:00 pm, call 530-5454 ♦ Food Lion, 11105 Buchanan Trail, Waynesboro, Fri, Nov. 13, from 2:00-6:00pm call 749-7220. ♦ Kmart-40, Shippensburg Shopping Center--Tues, Oct. 13, from 9:00am1:00pm and Thurs, Oct. 22, from 3:00-7:00pm. Call 532-9012. Cost is $25 and free for Medicare B. ♦ Kmart, 1005 Wayne Ave., Chambersburg-- Tues, Oct. 13, from 3:007:00pm and Thurs, Oct. 22, from 9:00am-1:00pm. Call 263-9831. Cost is $25 and free for Medicare B. ♦ Kmart, 1180 Walnut Bottom Road, Carlisle-- daily beginning Tues, Sept. 1. Call 243-2271. ♦ Path Valley Senior Center, 20344 School Run Road, Dry Run, PA-Tues, Oct, 6, from 9:00-11:00am. Free for seniors. ♦ Mont Alto Senior Center, 6034 Anthony Hwy, Waynesboro-- Thurs, Oct. 8, from 9:00-11:00am. Free for seniors. ♦ Chambersburg Senior Center, Norland Ave., Chambersburg-- Mon, Oct 19, from 9:00-11:00am. Call 263-2153. No charge for seniors.

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by Rebecca Dennison

Wilson College has officially changed Arts Day from the springtime to the fall. The annual Arts Day will be held Wed, Oct. 7. The event typically runs all day, late into the evening.

Arts Day is a day of “interdisciplinary celebration of arts,” Philip Lindsey explained. Interdisciplinarity ranging from scientific experimentation, to literary readings and from visual art exhibits, to performing arts and equestrian demonstrations. Some professors ask their students to forego class and partake in the art festivities. Participants have been seen finger painting, performing quadrilles, tie dying, drawing nude art models, performing drama skits and plays, acting out impromptu comedy, woodcutting, and even making ceramics at the previous years. Arts Day is an educational event with many hands-on learning opportunities, interesting lectures, student exhibits and historical tours.

For most Wilson faculty, stu-

dents, alumnae, and staff- changes at Wilson can be significant. The decision to change the tradition of having Arts Day in the spring was an intricate process. Arts Day was beginning to lose distinction when it became too crowded with other spring events such as Graduation, Senior Night, Dean’s Day, and those last minute final exam cram sessions. Making the change from spring to fall gives students the chance to develop their creativity.

Wilson College held a slightly smaller Arts Day this past spring.

This fall’s event will be a scaleddown version of the past Arts Days.

In the fall of 2010, Arts Day will resume its enormous celebration size.

Join Wilson College in its continued celebration and honoring of the arts for Arts Day 2009!

Residence Life Bans Drip Coffee Pots

by Laura Wilson

According to the rules and regulations of the school, students are not permitted to have drip coffee pots. The heating element underneath the coffee pot violates the Residence Life rules. Many students believe that drip coffee pots were an exception if the pots had an automatic shut off. But there are no exceptions. However, ResLife allows students to use drip coffee pots in the common areas as long as they do not walk away from it.

Toaster ovens are also not permitted in the dorm rooms. Most toaster ovens do not have an automatic shut off, which is currently the greatest concern. The physical plant is working with ResLife to find some approved toaster ovens for residents in South and Mac/Dav. Students living in these halls only have microwaves in their kitchens.

The ResLife staff will be making safety inspections to check for anything that violates these rules, including too many surge protec-

tors, coiled extension cords, any damaged electric cords, anything that runs under a rug and most importantly, they will check appliances for the UL tag. UL stands for Underwriters Laboratory, an organization that inspects electronics to make sure that they are safe. They designate that the manufacturer took steps towards fire prevention.

These safety inspections will occur before long breaks during each semester. When caught with any prohibited appliances, students will have twenty-four hours to get rid of the items. If they do not, they will be fined. Later this year, Sherri Ihle along with the Chambersburg fire chief, will also walk through the buildings on campus to attempt to figure out how much electricity our buildings can handle.

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What’s New About Swine Flu?

Conference Offers DIY-friendly Topics

The Center for Disease Control reports that institutions have a high probability of facing a swine flu outbreak, given we have a population that lives and gathers in close proximity. As of June 11, the CDC and Pennsylvania Department of Heath are no longer testing everyone, but presume people who exhibit certain symptoms are infected with H1N1.

If you exhibit flu-like symptoms (fever, coughing, sore throat), stay home. When symptom-free for 24 hours, you can return. Wilson may also limit the spread within the college halls by isolating symptomatic students from others.

Campuses and/or businesses will not close unless the flu reaches pandemic status. The college will make that call with the local health department. Please check Wilson’s website in the upper right hand corner: Emergency Preparedness (in yellow) for information. Click and proceed to Section 21, which details the college’s plan if we need to respond by quarantine, closure, etc.

Wilson will have seasonal flu shots available in October or November. Watch your campus emails for vaccine availability. As a college, we are not high on the list for the specific swine flu vaccinations. Health care workers, child care workers, and pregnant women appear to be highly affected by this particular strain and persons with chronic health issues will receive the vaccinations first. As of August 19, the availability of the swine flu

The 17th Cumberland Valley Women’s Conference will be held at Wilson on Sat, Oct. 3, 2009 from 8:00am-3:00pm. Wilson will host this traveling conference, a joint effort of Wilson, Penn State Mont Alto and Shippensburg University. This year’s theme is “Women Growing Sustainable Communities” and will be held in the Science Center.

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vaccine is less than expected since the virus is growing slower than expected. If you fit into one of the categories listed above, consult your physician.

Wilson will continue to monitor any influenza-like illnesses. Nicole Villella, College Nurse, is in contact with the health officials. She will assist in additional updates to the campus with the Communications Office. Student Development, Cabinet members, and the Emergency Preparedness team have been attending workshops, webinars (August 21), information sessions, have been and viewing the CDC and World Health Organization links.

Good hygiene habits limit the spread of the flu. Cough into the upper sleeve area, not your hands and/or cough into a tissue. Place the tissue in wastebasket immediately after use. Carry alcohol-based hand sanitizer for quick and efficient cleaning if you are not near a sink.

Wash hands with soap and water as often as possible. In the classroom, space students in every other seat to give some distance. Drink lots of water and eat a balanced diet.

Exercise and rest.

WEEKLY SHOPPING SHUTTLE Runs every Friday night from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Shuttle will leave Wilson each hour (at 5, 6, 7 and 8pm) and loop to Target, Chambersburg Mall, and Walmart and then back to campus. The last outbound shuttle will be at 8:00pm and last pickups at Target and Walmart will be between 9 and 10pm.

There is no charge. First come, first served. Shuttle will meet behind Sarah’s Coffee House.

MONTHLY HAGERSTOWN OUTLET SHOPPING SHUTTLE Saturdays: Oct. 17, and Nov. 14. The shuttle will leave at noon and return to campus by 5pm. SIGN-UPS are required outside Becky Hammell’s office. There is no charge. First come, first served. Shuttle will meet behind Sarah’s Coffee House.

by Denise McDowell and Christine Mayer

Session #1: 9:30am–10:45am ☼ Go Green: Use Alternative Household Products. ☼ Brooks Science Center: LEED Discussion & Tour, ☼ Advocacy and Social Action in the Promotion of Sustainability ☼ Service Learning Beyond Class Room Projects: Students as Community Activists ☼ Sustaining Our Pollinators for Our Gardens ☼ Laughter Yoga

Session #2: 11:00am–12:15pm ☼ How Pennsylvania’s Women Greened the Commonwealth: 1890-1917 ☼ Breaking the Self Barrier: Shattering Obstacles to Gift the World ☼ Lifestyle Choices Impacting Sustainability ☼ Victory Gardens: The Past, Present and Future of Food ☼ Laughter Yoga

Session #3: 1:30pm–2:45pm

☼ Raising Children in Planetary Consciousness ☼ Breaking the Self Barrier: Shattering Obstacles to Gift the World ☼ The Buy Local Challenge: Shop Where You Live ☼ You Are Where You Eat: Evolution of a Farmer’s Market into a Community ☼ Greening Our Home: Open Discussion

Fulton Farm Shares Now Available

by Christine Mayer

Interested in fresh, organic vegetables at a reasonable rate grown less than a mile from where you work? Want to support local, smallscale agriculture? Good news!

Fulton Farm at Wilson College is accepting new members into its Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. A CSA is a partnership between farmer and consumer; the farmer grows weekly shares of vegetables for the consumer while the consumer supports the farmer financially. This year there has been quite a harvest, which is part of the reason the CSA can now support more members.

Those taking part in the CSA get seasonal produce for about 28 weeks starting in May and ending in November. Members pay at the beginning of the calendar year or in installments at prearranged times during the season.

This year we hope to distribute food right up until Thanksgiving, but any new member will get a prorated price. With approximately 15 weeks left, if you were to start next

week, the cost of joining would be $260. We have a limited amount of openings so the sooner you respond the higher the chance you’ll be able to be a member.

Members pick up their share of vegetables on either Tuesdays from 11:30am until 7:00pm or Fridays from 2:00pm until 6:00pm.

To sign up, or for questions, email me at cmayer@wilson.edu or call my extension: x3247. We’ll get you started.

Other perks of being a member include access to several pick your own gardens where there are grown: Roma tomatoes, cherry tomatoes and cut flowers. At times, parts of the production fields are also opened up to members for pick-your-own when harvesting all the beans, tomatoes, etc. are impossible to manage our small staff.

If you have any questions about the farm itself and want to know more about what type of farming we do or methods we use please contact the farm manager, Eric Benner: ebenner@wilson.edu.

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Features Ivyonna: Officially an Angel

Hey beautiful...

I heard you got your wings yesterday...

Now you are officially an angel.

You must truly be special ‘Cause lot’s of folks been waiting for God to call them home, But you made it even though you’re so young...

Now that you can fly Will you try and watch over the one’s still left behind?

Cause they need you...

You can keep them calm and safe With your beautiful angel eyes.

The Godly love that is inside of you Is enough to warm up the coldest night...

So when you hear your loved ones’ cries Hover over them...

And let them know that you’re alright.

Say “Mom, its ok. I’m resting in the arms of the Lord.

He told me to tell you, you don’t have to worry about me anymore.

I’m surrounded by peace, serenity, and love And I’ll be here waitin’ ‘til you come above.”

Say “Daddy... I love you. You took great care of me.

But now it’s time for me to watch over you, The same way you watched over me.

Live Daddy, please be free...

And don’t forget Jesus has a spot waiting for you right next to me.”

Beautiful...

You got your wings yesterday...

Now you are officially an angel.

-Kim Allen

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T r ib u t e t o Ivyo n n a A . R o b i n s o n

I first saw Ivyonna when I was taking a tour of the Child Care Center just a few days after I started at Wilson. I remember the beautiful beads she had in her hair (she later told me that they were her “ice”), her long, beautiful eyelashes and the way she tuned out everybody and everything around her so she could listen to the book the teacher was reading. I later learned that she loved books and could recite a story after hearing it just one time.

She was a beautiful and bright child. We miss her terribly.

- Katie Kough

From the way she smiled to the way she bossed EVERY one around, Ivyonna Robinson wiggled and pushed her way into many people’s hearts during her time here at Wilson.

From the day I moved onto the floor that she lived on, I laughed every time I saw or talked to her.

Whether it was a comment on how she saw the world around her, or telling my son or me what we should be doing and how we should be doing it, or the eye roll that she was giving to any number of people who just “didn’t get it”, Ivyonna was a character. I loved watching Ivyonna stroll around campus with perfect hair and high heels, and she had a wonderful laugh that could bring me out of any bad mood. Thank you Brittney for sharing your little girl with us. We love you both!

-Stina Sauter Ivyonna was beautiful and I think of her and Brittany every day. I miss them and it won’t be the same without their loving spirits.- Dana Hill

Ivyonna and Gabriel Dancing Photo courtesy of Nina Leon

The other day Gabriel was wearing Ivyonna’s button (the one with her picture on it). He even wanted to wear it to bed. I told him that he needed to take it off but he could sleep with it next to him. After he fell asleep, I put the button on his dresser.

At about 2:30am in the morning he groggily woke up. At first I didn’t realize what he was doing. I asked him if he was looking for something and he shook his head yes. It then occurred to me that he was looking for the button. I got it for him, he put it under his pillow and went right back to sleep. The next day another mom asked me if I had heard what Gabriel had said to one of his teachers. I said “no”. She said that he told his teacher that Ivyonna is in his heart.

It is in these unexpected moments that I want to cry and sometimes do because I miss Ivyonna. I feel blessed that I had the honor of experiencing her energy. Ivyonna’s life has had such an impact on Gabriel and I, we will continue to honor her with each memory we share about her. She does remain in our hearts.

-Nina Leon

I remember the thumb sucking, that bright smile, and her “Ice” beads....miss u baby girl....Although time may say different....9 months was all I needed...and you made everyone feel so welcomed, especially Troy and I. Thank you and love you Ivy. -Brinita and Troy Ricks

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Sports

Field Hockey team is young but learns fast

by Katelyn Alleman

The Wilson College field hockey team has faced some challenges early in this season. The team came into pre-season knowing that if they did not get more players they would not have any substitutes during games. The word went out that the team needed players and freshmen Leigh Roche, Lisa Christiansen, and Tara Fields joined the team.

Even though this bunch has little to no experience, they came out to support their hockey team, and they have come leaps and bounds since. “I think we were in a situation we were not accustomed to and that they have proven to be a tremendous asset and are dedicated to helping this team,” head coach Shelly Novak said.

Senior Melissa Ellerman also joined the team after the plea for more players. Even though Ellerman is new to the Phoenix team, she is no stranger to field hockey. She played all four years in high school and was named to the Mid-Penn All Star Team her senior year.

“I am so glad that Melissa, Leigh, Tara and Lisa joined our team. They all work extremely hard and make

a positive difference in our team.

Some of them have never played field hockey before but they are all natural athletes so you cannot even tell that they hold field hockey stick for the first time this September,” Nikola Grafnetterova said.

“I am looking forward to this season. we are a young team with a lot of heart,” Liesel Troshak said.

Even before their first game, the hockey team already showed their resilience. The hockey team’s schedule is tough, with half of their games on turf and more than halfaway games.

Head Coach Shelly Novak, who has been at the helm for eight years, is optimistic for her team. “I have great expectations for this team,” states Novak. “We are young, but I believe we still can accomplish our goals.”

The Phoenix also has a new assistant coach Tiffany Horton, who played for Towson University. Horton has also coached at the high school level and for several indoor teams. “I’m excited to be at Wilson,” states Horton. “The team has been working hard and I’ve been

From left: Katelyn Alleman ‘11, Whitney Hawkins ‘12, and Vicki Wilcox ‘11 during a game against Smith College.

Photo by Sharon Hawkins

Jami DeVanie ‘12 during her offensive efforts in the game against St. Vincent College.

Photo courtesy of Katelyn Alleman

impressed by their positive attitudes. We have a lot of young players who are making an immediate impression on the field. Although we are off to a rough start, with the leadership of our returners, I’m looking forward to the season taking a positive turn in our up coming games,” she said.

Horton brings with her a lot of experience as a player at the Division 1 level, which is exciting for coach Novak. “I’m thrilled to have her,” she said.

The captains for the team are senior goalkeeper Nikola Grafnetterova and junior forward Liesel Troshak. As a four-year returner,

Grafnetterova has quite a collection of experience, including an AWCC Championship under her belt. She hopes this team of mostly underclassman will gain from her experience.

Other team returners are Megan Dennis (jr.), Katelyn Alleman (jr.), Vicki Wilcox (jr.), Whitney Hawkins (soph.), and Jami DeVanie (soph.). Chelsey Smentkowski, Brandy Holtzapple, Jess Menard, and Brook Smiley are new incoming freshmen on the team.

The next field hockey game will be on Thurs., Oct. 8 at 4:00pm. Come out and support your Phoenix! GO HOCKEY!

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Sports

Many fresh legs make soccer teamwork light

by Nikola Grafnetterova

From left to right: Jennifer Peebles, Samantha Klopp, Colleen O’Reilly, Alaina Hofer, Charis Brenneman, Elizabeth Bush, Katie Murphy, Nathalie Djiguimkoudre, Rebeccah Anderson, Hannah DeMoss, Megan Longstreet, Laura Beck, and Destinee Hays.

Photo by Shelly Novak

Another soccer season has started and again it proves to be a challenging year. Since the first day in pre-season, the team was low on numbers. Luckily, many new players have joined the team since and thus the soccer roster has now 13 names on it. However, the team plays against schools with much larger soccer programs. Many of the teams have on average 18 players or more.

“This season Wilson soccer is in a rebuilding phase of the program.

Despite small numbers, we have a core group of players who are willing to work hard and are dedicated to building the program,” assistant head coach Mary Miller said. “It’s our hope to build program for longterm success.”

Wilson soccer team is ready to face all the challenges and fight back hard. The team has a new head coach, Beth Weixel who graduated from Lycoming College in 2005.

After graduating, she served as assistant soccer coach at Wilkes University for three years. Weixel’s team consists of a majority of freshmen players (Katie Murphy, Samantha Klopp, Hannah DeMoss, Destinee Hays, Megan Longstreet, Charis Brenneman, Jennifer Peebles, and Rebeccah Anderson), two sophomores (Colleen O’Reilly,

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Laura Beck), two juniors (Alaina each other as a team,” Weixel said.

Hofer and Elizabeth Bush), and one “With each game and practice we are gaining the exsenior (Nathalie Djiguimkoudre) which “We’re young but strong. perience and confiWe each bring somedence necessary to means that team’s thing different to the take us to the next future looks promising. “We are excited team, whether it’s speed, level of play.” aggressiveness, or comCo-captain Alaina about the 2009 seamunication skills,” says Hofer said: “We are son and eager to see what we can accom- co-captain Alaina Hofer. enthusiastic about the season and willplish with our positive work ethic and commitment to ing to develop as soccer players as

the year progresses. The season so far has been challenging but we are still excited and willing to put 100 percent into improvement while also having fun.”

The other team captain is Colleen O’Reilly.

The next home soccer game is Mon., Sept. 28 at 5:00pm. Please come and show your Phoenix pride. Go support Wilson College’s soccer team!

From left: Alaina Hofer ‘11, Katie Murphy ‘13, and Hannah DeMoss ‘13 during a game against Chatham University.

Photo by Whitney Hawkins ‘12

TheWilsonBillboard September 25, 2009

Athletes of the Week Katie Murphy ‘13

Sports

Liesel Troshak ‘11

Megan Dennis ‘11

Upcoming HOME GAMES Field Hockey Thurs. 10/8 vs. York College 4:00pm Sat. 10/17 vs. Wells College 12:00pm

Murphy has been selected based upon her outstanding performances in the two soccer games against Keuka College and SUNY IT. Murphy played 180 solid minutes in the 2 games and had a combined 55 saves.

Troshak has been selected due to her outstanding performance in the field hockey game against Shenandoah. She scored one goal for the Phoenix to tie up the game with 13 minutes left to go in regulation.

Did you know...?

Dennis has been selected based upon her exceptional performances in the three field hockey games against Cedar Crest, Mt. Holyoke and Smith College. She was named to the Seven Sisters Field Hockey All-Classic team.

Sun. 10/18 vs. Rosemont College 11:00am

Soccer Mon. 9/28 vs. Christendom College 5:00pm Sat. 10/17 vs. Wells College 12:00pm

Welcome new staff and the largest student-athlete class since 1996

by Nikola Grafnetterova

A new semester has started and many positive changes have happened in athletics. The first one is that a very large class of freshmen came to Wilson College, which includes a large core of first year athletes who bring great talent to all of Wilson’s seven varsity teams. Overall, there are 134 freshmen students from which 32 are athletes. Thus, this is the largest class of studentathletes at Wilson since 1996. If

our freshmen student-athletes keep working as hard as they do now, Wilson athletic teams can accomplish great things during their fouryear college career.

The freshmen athletes are not the only new bodies running around Athletic Department. Wilson hired six new staff members this year and they are busily working with Wilson athletes. Kelly Buikus who graduated from Saint Joseph College is the new Assistant Director

of Athletics. In addition, she is the head lacrosse coach and assistant basketball coach. Stacey Wood who recently graduated from Buffalo State University came to Wilson College for one-year long internship in sports information. She will also be the assistant lacrosse coach this year. Beth Weixel is the new soccer head coach, while Tiffanie Horton became the assistant field hockey coach. Angie Grove (a Wilson College graduate) becomes the

new basketball coach after being the assistant coach for past three years.

The last addition to Wilson staff is Kirsten Browder who is the new assistant gymnastics coach. She has coached gymnastics for many years in the Wilson School of Gymnastics and Dance.

Please stop by the Frank E. Gannett Memorial Field House and welcome the new athletics staff at Wilson College! Go Phoenix Athletics!

From left to right, top row: Amanda Grahn, Brittany Biondi, Nicole Musser, Lauren Brown, Lisa Christiansen, Leigh Roche, Tracey Artz, Brianne Smith, Tess Doyle, Sarah Loucks, Mia Doyle, Katie Murphy, Jennifer Peebles, Rebeccah Anderson, Destinee Hayes, Samantha Klopp, Charis Brenneman, Megan Longstreet, Hannah DeMoss, and Amanda Stopinski. Bottom row: Brook Smiley, Jess Menard, Alyssia Rice, Tara Fields, Chelsey Smentkowski, and Brandy Holtzapple.

Not pictured are Lauren Kershner, Nina Lachewitz, Monica Lyons, Amanda Mace, Iris McLane, and Rebeccah Williams.

Photo by Shelly Novak

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People

Welcome New Wilson College Staff and Faculty!

Angela Lynch

Laura Altfeld

Wilson’s new Director of Career Development, Angela Lynch, has the answers to questions about employment, volunter programs, or graduate school. Lynch, who has a Master’s degree in College Student Personnel from Bowling Green University in Ohio, was most recently at The Scotland School for Veterans’ Children (in PA) before coming to Wilson.

Lynch said that one of her goals for the Career Development Center is to, “enhance the outreach and services to freshman and sophomores, because there are things that can be done before senior year.” Lynch would also like to make connections with “the College for Women students, Adult Degree Program students and alumnae.” She stressed that all students graduating from Wilson have life- long career devel-

Prof. Laura Altfeld came to Wilson College in Fall 2008. She is an Assistant Professor of Biology. Altfeld is an ecologist who has a particular passion for insects.

Before coming to Wilson, Altfeld taught at Eckerd College, a liberal arts college in St. Petersburg, Florida. Prior to that, she taught at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida. Why did she move all the way from Florida to the South Central region of Pennsylvania? Altfeld explains that Wilson is a small liberal arts college that encourages direct interaction between students and faculty. Wilson is also a women’s college with a strong commitment to promoting women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics fields.

Altfeld enjoys her current job at Wilson College very much. She says that moving from the Science Annex to the new Science Center is exciting and the new building is a delightful place to teach in. She also notes that several of her favorite spaces in the Science Center are the greenhouse, the natural history museum, the auditorium, her lab and her office.

by Xiaomeng Li

by Kayla Chagnon

Photo by Kayla Chagnon

opment services.

In addition to expanding Career Development, Lynch will offer a series of workshops for students that focus on getting into graduate school, enhancing a resume, and networking effectively. Lynch is also at work on a program that will connect students to alumnae employed in their field.

Lynch would also like to “thank everyone for the warm welcome [and is] looking forward to building relationships with departments, students and alumnae.”

James Hay

by Sarah Martin

The business and economic faculty at Wilson welcomes Prof. James Hay to their staff. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Prof.

Douglas Crawford says Hay will, “bring into the classroom a great breadth and depth of accounting knowledge and experience.”

Hay, pleased to be at Wilson, hopes his thirty-five years of experience at various banks, accounting programs and universities will help

Elizabeth Shoenfelt

by Xiaomeng Li

Prof. Elizabeth Shoenfelt has just started her second semester directing the choir at Wilson. But she is an adjunct professor in the department of Music and Theater arts at Shippensburg University.

Besides college teaching, Shoenfelt is also a private voice coach, a professional singer, and the conductor of the Susquehanna Young Women’s Chorale.

Shoenfelt says that she is happy for the opportunity to work with another women’s choir.

“I am really enjoying the girls in the choir [here] as well as the staff and faculty at Wilson,” she says, “but

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Photo by Sarah Martin

him enhance the student’s learning.

Hay came with a “desire to prepare students to not only succeed in each course, but to be able to succeed after graduation.” because I teach and am involved in activities in so many other places, I really don't get the chance to put down my roots here, so to speak, and explore all of the things that Wilson has to offer.” But she does appreciate the cooperative Wilson community, and she emphasizes, “Everyone has been very helpful, as well as extremely supportive, friendly, and patient.”

When asked what expectation she has for the Wilson choir, Shoefelt is hopeful: “I would like to see the choir numbers continue to grow. My goal for the end of this academic year is 20 to 25 members.

I would also like to increase the number of singing opportunities for our choir.”

Chaplain Rosie Magee

by Rebecca Dennison

Rosemary Elizabeth Magee was born in Northern Ireland. She has lived and worked all over the globe: London, Australia, Jamaica, Grenada, Antigua and New York. And she has an extensive resume that includes not-for-profit work with overseas developmental agencies that operate in Romania, Kenya, and Malawi, just to name a few. Chaplain Rosie has also accomplished significant volunteer work, ranging from Festival Coordinator to Food Bank Representative to co-founding a Bible study called “Table-talk” at Cornell University. She is currently the new Helen Carnell Eden Chaplain at Wilson.

Are you getting a clear picture of our local “Mother Teresa” who also has a degree in optometry? Her favorite tradition is Christmas. “We would go to the Christmas Eve service at 11:00pm and then go home and open our presents!” Her family would literally pull an all-nighter and open presents at a little after midnight.

Chaplain Rosie said that the wildest thing she had ever done was to ride a ferris wheel. Apparently, Chaplain Rosie is terrified of heights, and a nighttime ferris wheel ride in Brussels had her screaming at the top of her lungs next to her very embarrassed friend. Along with having a fear of heights, Chaplain Rosie also is faint at the sight of blood. Her Myers Brigg personality type is ENFJ (extrovert, intuitive, feeling, and judging). Do not let the “judging” term scare you off -- Chaplain Rosie is one of the most open and welcoming people you will encounter here at Wilson.

When asked about her career choice, Chaplain Rosie remarked “Well, actually, I was raised in a family where women were not recognized as pastors, so this was never really an option. I was always able to be anything except a pastor. But God kept pulling me towards this, one baby step at a time. He literally put this directly in my lap and I just knew that this was my calling.” Her family supports her career and spiritual choices. “My father saw that it was a good opportunity and I think my mother really rooted for me all along. They had to journey through this change and my father insists upon being here to support me at my Installation despite his health problems.” Chaplain Rosie’s parents will be flying from Ireland to watch her Installation on Wed. Nov. 11 at Wilson. She ended her interview by saying, “My office is a safe place to come and share and talk about anything. It is a safe place to explore and celebrate this spiritual journey that we’re all on.” Chaplain Rosie is in 107 Lenfest Commons.

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Education

Enviromental Corner Career Corner

by Keisha Disney, Program Manager, Robyn Van En Center, AmeriCorps Service Member, The Fulton Center

We would like to take this opportunity to welcome all new and returning students to The Richard Alsina Fulton Center for Sustainable Living (FCSL) located in the basement of Lortz Hall. FCSL is an environmental education program that provides students and the community members with a diverse variety of fun, exciting and educational opportunities.

We give students and the community a chance to interact and experience first-hand environmental issues and solutions in our world today.

One aspect of the FCSL is that the Robyn Van En Center (RVEC) provides information about Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). In order to benefit community farmers and consumers everywhere, we offer outreach and work to publicize the work of CSA farms. The RVEC strives to bring farmers and communities together.

The Fulton Farm plays a major role in the FCSL. The farm consists of seven acres of fields and gardens. Crops are produced for the campus and the community. Vegetables, fruits, flowers and herbs are raised without chemicals and are third-party verified by Certified Naturally Grown. Farm staff, students and members come together to plant and eat the food produced right on campus. Students use the farm for classes, internships, work-study jobs and volunteer service work hours.

The CSA program is our biggest produce outlet. Over one hundred and twenty-five families from the community join the farm each year as members, and are provided each week with fresh food throughout the farm season. The farm offers full and part-time internships for people with a desire to learn about sustainable living in hands-on fashion.

Also offered through the FCSL are events and workshops where one can learn composting, flower arranging, harvesting seeds and more. Wilson’s Environmental Club works to promote awareness and understanding of environmental issues such as conservation, preservation and restoration.

The club sponsors events throughout the academic year and assists with workshops in areas such as alternative fuels and environmental outreach.

Another aspect of the FCSL is Wilson’s RecyleMania program, started as a way to boost recycling here in the Residence Halls. Since it began, RecycleMania has grown into a nationwide competition consisting of five hundred and fourteen participating schools in 2009. We have recently converted our integrated recycling program from the timely ‘separate as you go,’ to the much easier ‘single stream’ (also called co-mingled recycling) method.

The single stream method allows Wilson College to recycle more efficiently.

A further goal of FCSL is to pursue and demonstrate techniques for sustainable energy generation through our Alternative Energy Program. FCSL seeks to inform students and the general population about sustainable, alternative techniques so that energy will not be a problem now or in the future.

Please feel free to stop by with questions you may have pertaining to any of our programs. Have a great year!

Fall Recess Dining Alert!

During Fall Recess Weekend, Sat, Oct. 10 - Tues, Oct. 13 Meals are Brunch and Dinner only.

Normal meal times apply: Brunch: 11:00am-12:30pm Dinner: 5:00pm-6:30pm

by Angela Lynch, Director of Career Development

Wilson College Office of Career Development…Your One-Stop, “What Am I Going to Do with My Life, I Need A Plan, What Should I Do?” Shop.

Do you know that Wilson College offers students and alumnae/i career development services free of charge? We’re here to help you answer some of life’s big questions as you plan for success.

We have the information to help you: - Choose a major that’s right for you - Find an internship - Select graduate programs - Create an effective resume and perfect interview skills - Launch or restart your career Watch for our upcoming career development workshop series Reach for More! The series is designed for attendees to learn more about their interests and skills as they develop their Four Year Plan for Career Development. Most sessions are conveniently held in the bowl of Jensen Dining Hall at 12:00pm. Students will receive a certificate of attendance for each workshop that they attend. Those who attend five or more will receive a certificate of completion as well as a Reach for More! t-shirt. They will also be entered to win a gift certificate from the Wilson College Bookstore. Flyers and email updates on the various workshops are forthcoming.

We will be offering free practice tests for: GRE, GMAT, MCAT, and LSAT on Sat, Oct. 17.

Prior registration is required!

Please stop by Student Development to do so.

Our Career Resource Library with computer is also available for your use. We are located in 103 and 104 Lenfest. Our hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm. Other hours are offered by appointment. Remember that all of our services are free to students and alumnae/i, so stop in today. Don’t wait until your senior year. It’s never too early to plan for success.

Feel free to contact me at angela.lynch@wilson.edu or at 2644141 ext. 3314 for more information. I look forward to meeting you!

Counselor’s Couch

by Kimberly Doughty

Many of us have procrastinated at one time or another. As I sit and type this article, I think to myself, “this should have been done already.” It is estimated that 90 percent of college students procrastinate in one form or another. Procrastination can even be a way of living: there are those who thrive off working down to the wire. They feel that they work best under pressure; it motivates them. But procrastination can be problematic.

Are you a procrastinator? Have you ever promised yourself that if that energy drink just got you through this last paper you would never wait until the last minute again! Would you like some helpful hints about trying to avoid procrastinating?

Here are a few: • Use a planner, PDA, or agenda book to keep track of due dates and important events. Check it every morning.

• Set REALISTIC goals; goals that can actually be completed or accomplished in one day or one week.

• Sometimes making a “To-Do” list helps. Be realistic with this list, allowing more time than seems necessary to reach a goal.

• Change your environment when trying to do things, eliminating distractions like television or Internet surfing while studying.

• GET ORGANIZED by keeping papers in a binder or notebook.

I will leave you with a quote: “You may delay, but time will not” --Benjamin Franklin. I hope these helpful hints aid you on your journey to becoming procrastination-free. Keep a look-out for a procrastination/time management workshop coming soon. Be Well.

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Entertainment

I Could Give You (500) Reasons to A Lighthearted Glimpse of Poland’s See (500) Days of Summer Past and Present

by Jonathan Clark (500) Days of Summer reaffirms my belief that in order to find a good American movie nowadays you have to look to independent productions. That is not to say Hollywood studios don’t get lucky once in a while (example: Inglourious Basterds), but in this simple story, perfectly summarized in its tagline (“Boy meets girl. Boy falls in love. Girl doesn’t.”), we find an emotional depth rarely seen in films anymore.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt plays Tom Hansen, a good guy settled into a job at a greeting card company even though he aspires to become an architect. Life for him is boring until a new coworker walks through the elevator. Had that coworker been anyone other than Summer Finn this movie would have fallen on its face. However, Summer is different, unlike any girl Tom has ever seen, and he knows they are meant for each other. Thus begins day one of the next five hundred days Summer will be in Tom’s life.

A chance encounter over similar music tastes gives Tom and Summer a chance to talk. The following days has Tom trying to ‘set up’ an opportunity to attract Summer, but these attempts fail miserably. In these moments of embarrassment, we immediately side with Tom and want Summer and him to connect, but will they in the end?

As a friendly narrator tells us, “this is a story of boy meets girl. But…this is not a love

Ellipse Review

story;” so don’t expect scenes of implausible romance, expect to see a real relationship (happiness and heartache) on screen, because that is exactly what you’ll get and why this movie is good.

Summer is played, in an effervescent performance, by Zooey Dechanel. Her ocean blue eyes are a focal point in every scene and present a warm, alluring charm with a hint of kookiness, but also a cold tone that may or may not ruin her (and Tom’s) chances at happiness.

Gordon-Levitt (probably the most talented film actor of his generation) is wonderful as Tom; a lovelorn, nice guy who just wants to find a nice girl. He’ll probably win a few accolades this award season.

The beautiful, idyllic landscape of Los Angeles (eventually drawn on one character’s arm) and a great soundtrack that includes Regina Spektor, The Smiths and Hall & Oates, in the most memorable scene of the film, only add to one of the best and most original films of the year. (500) Days of Summer is ending its theatrical run and is scheduled for DVD release in November.

Like the actors? Check out Zooey Deschenel in the second season of Showtime’s Weeds and Joseph Gordon-Levitt in Mysterious Skin.

by Janessa Demeule Unique and fun lyrics coupled with rich layers of powerful vocals mixed with synthesizer melodies drive Imogen Heap’s latest album “Ellipse”.

Released Aug. 24 of this year, “Ellipse“has been four years in the making.

With the help of fans Heap wrote, produced, recorded and performed each song. Her Do-It-Yourself approach shows in each song. Her last album “Speak For Yourself” came out in 2005 and impatiently fans waited four years for this album. It was well worth the wait. I highly recommend picking this album up. Each track flows into the next smoothly, making the album seem like one long song. While using some of her older techniques, such as on the second track. “Wait it Out” is reminiscent of “Hide and Seek” with the use of layering and synthesizing her vocals. She also has some amazing new material. “Aha!” is one of my favorites of the album, it is faster than any

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by Jess Domanico

Book Review A Long, Long Time Ago and Essentially True by: Brigid Pasulka ISBN-13/EAN: 9780547055077; $25.00 ISBN-10: 0547055072 Hardcover; 368 pages Publication Date: 08/12/2009 Genre: Historical Fiction A Long, Long Time Ago and Essentially True, Brigid Pasulka’s debut novel, is a unique take on Poland’s struggles through the ravages of World World II, the Nazi and Soviet Union occupations, postwar Communism, and the post-Soviet capitalism of the 1990s. Well researched and simply yet poetically written, the book provides insight into the heart of Poland’s gradual renewal after the turmoil of the last fifty years. Pasulka describes old and new Poland in two narratives, and gradually brings the two stories together to form one coherent novel.

The eight main characters, most of who are coming of age in two very important time periods in Poland’s history, are down to earth and realistically depicted.

They portray the visionary, hard working attributes of the Polish people, and from the onset of the novel it is clear the love of their country is instilled deep in their hearts. In the first half of the narrative, two couples, living in a provincial mountain village south of Krakow, stop at nothing to keep their families together through times of the Nazi occupation

-- even if it means putting their lives at risk to protect the people they love. The second piece of the novel portrays four working class citizens living in the bustling, modern city of Krakow, and their consequent adjustment to its new democracy. Pasulka keeps readers happily absorbed in the lives of her modern characters; whether it be the humorous banter of a self-employed mother and her law student daughter or the budding romance between a talented musician waiting for his big break and a bar girl searching for her place in the world, each individual’s development captivates the reader and helps formulate an overall vision of the nation itself.

Even if you are not familiar with Polish culture, A Long, Long Time Ago and Essentially True is a lighthearted, easy-going tale full of humor, love, plot twists, colorful dialogue, and historical anecdotes that any reader would enjoy. Pasulka’s simple, capricious writing style and quirky chapter titles, not to mention the union of two important eras in Polish history, make this new novel a unique addition to the historical fiction genre today.

of the other songs and has wonderful, unearthly feel to it. Guitars, orchestra instruments and a capella vocal techniques separate this track from her the rest of the album. What remains the same to her older albums, however, is her amazing vocal ability. She shows off her vast range, effortlessly gliding across octaves as if she is skating on ice. On this album her voice becomes an extra instrument adding beats and harmonies becoming a breathing orchestra at times. The lyrics in this album are both meaningful and diverse. With catchy rhyming and word play her lyrics are definitely not like anything else out there. An example from “Earth” also happens to be a favorite line of mine “This is not a fire drill and if we hold any hope/ It’s harmonic connection and stereo symbiosis.” Wonderful in its quirkiness, “Ellipse” from Imogen Heap, is a great listen and a great buy.

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Clubs

Personal Enrichment Courses: Mondays Acrylic Painting Oct. 19, 26 and Nov. 2, 6:008:30pm Zumba Sept. 21-Oct. 26, 6:00-7:00pm Basic Spanish Sept. 28-Nov. 16, 6:30-8:30pm

Tuesdays Digital 101: Using your Digital Camera Correctly Oct. 20 or Oct. 27, 6:30-8:30pm Wednesdays Ballroom Dance: The Bolero Sept 23-Oct 28, 6:30-7:30pm Yoga Sept. 30-Nov. 18, 5:45-7:00pm French Potpourri Sept. 30-Nov. 18, 6:00-8:00pm Thursdays 6:30-8:00pm Herbs and More Oct. 8-Saving seed, taking cuttings and other fall garden duties Nov. 12-Herbs for Beauty Dec. 10-Herbs of the Bible Saturdays Signing for Parent and Baby Sept. 26-Oct 17, 10:00-11:00am Basic Computers Oct. 3, 10, 17, 9:00-12:00pm

International Studies Club— Time to Wear Your Global Lens

by Xiaomeng Li

The International Studies Club is ready for having fun through a global lens! Doctor Bertin Kouadio, Department Chair of International Studies, launched the IS Club as soon as he came to Wilson last year.

There are two main purposes of this club: First, it seeks to educate its members, and the Wilson community at large, about the most pertinent global issues. Second, it also seeks to create an understanding of non-Western cultures, and build relations with the outside world. The club had plenty of activities during the last academic year, including watching movies on international issues, having international affairs seminars at lunch tables, and inviting guest speakers to talk about global issues.

This semester, members of the IS Club have come up with a plan to visit important world institutions in Washington DC, and learn about their roles in third world development, the challenges they face, and how they go about making decisions that affect many people around the world. Besides, they will show films or documentaries, as well as

getting involved in the Woodraw Wilson Scholar’s visit this October.

The club has also decided to work closely with the Diversity Team in order to create an awareness of diversity and cultures around campus.

The newly-elected Co-Presidents of the club, Brie-Anne Asbury ‘12 and Nathalie Djiguimkoudre ‘10 share their expectations with us: “My personal expectation for the International Studies Club this year is to help continue raising awareness on campus and in the community about various cultures and how everyone interacts with one another with the help of Wilson’s Diversity Team,” says Asbury. Djiguimkoudre especially mentions that the IS Club gathers students from diverse countries as well as different states in the U.S. She wishes that more people could join this club and she would love to receive more ideas that could make the club better.

The IS Club has regular lunch meetings every other Thursday in the Jensen Dining Hall. Their next meeting is on October 8.

Practice Begins Early for the Dedicated Tennis Members

by Lauren Kershner

Many of you have probably seen a lot of activity on the tennis courts these past few weeks. It is not just a bunch of random people hitting balls, but they are actually the Wilson College Tennis Team. Right now they are really only considered a club. The people who have been coming out are hoping to warm up their skills for the start of the season in January. Since they are only at the club level right now, anybody can come out to hit around with them, maybe you will decide to come out and join the team. This club like season for the team will end around the week of October 6.

The girls are working really

hard to make themselves ready for the start of their season. The real practices will begin as soon as everyone returns from the winter break. The teams overall prospects for the season are starting to look up.

They have two returning seniors, four juniors – two of them being transfers - two sophomores, and finally three freshmen. Coach Mike Ricker believes that the team has potential to do good and maybe go far in our NCAA Division 3. The two seniors have worked extremely hard to get the team to this point.

They are practicing hard and cannot wait to show the division what Wilson College tennis can do.

Happenings at the Stables Jeremy Beale Clinic Jeremy Beale is a former member of the British Three Day Olympic Team. Open to Upper Intermediate and Advanced Riders. $20.

Open House Oct. 17 For more information contact Prof.

John Tukey, jtukey@wilson.edu

Habitat for Humanity Officers Chapter President- Katelin S. Reever, Class of 2010 Equine Facilitated Therapeutics, Equine Management, French majors Vice President- Beck Dennison, Class of 2013 Treasurer- Jennifer Shaffer, Class of 2012 Equine Management, Accounting majors Secretary- Timmi Morton, Class of 2013 Psychology major Interested in the EFT Club?

Looking for Volunteer Hours?

Check out the Hawthorne Arena, Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-5:30pm For more information contact Prof. Ann O’Shallie, aoshallie@wilson.edu

Did You Know...?

The Learning Resource Center (LRC), located on the first floor of Thomson Hall, has three computers, two printers, a copier, tables and chairs for study group sessions, comfortable reading chairs, and a reference library available for student use everyday from 6 am to 2 am.

The Learning Resource Center (LRC) offers in-person and online writing assistance for all stages of the writing process.

The Learning Resource Center (LRC) coordinates academic support services for documented disabilities and learning differences, as well as temporary injuries, impairments, or medical conditions.

The Learning Resource Center (LRC) supports 15-20 facultyapproved tutors during the fall and spring semesters covering an average of 17 subjects. The Learning Resource Center (LRC) provides guidance and advice on a wide range of academic skills such as test taking, note taking, and time management.

For tutor information, writing lab services, and academic skills enhancement, contact Vickie Locke at vlocke@wilson. edu or 264-4141, x3349. For disability support information/ services, contact Jack Ebersole at jebersole@wilson.edu or 2644141, x3351

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Kids’ Korner

’ s d i K

! r Back to School! e n Kor How do bees get to school?

By school buzz!

How do the fish get to school?

By octobus!

What does a gorilla learns in school?

His Ape B C's.

What does a snake learn in school?

Hiss tory.

Back to School Game

Two little houses, all closed up tight? (make fists with your hands) Open the window and let in the light! (open fists) Ten little people stand tall and straight, (ten fingers) All ready for school at half past eight! (walk with fingers)

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International

Woodrow Wilson Scholar Dimon Liu Will Come to Wilson in October

by Kate Medina

During October 5 to 9, Dimon Liu, an activist on human rights and democracy in China, will come to Wilson College as a Woodrow Wilson Scholar. The Academic Affairs Department states that Liu will visit many classes during the week she is here and will meet with faculty members and student leaders as well.

According to the information gathered from Muhlenberg Weekly and Delaware State University, Liu was born in a political family. Her early life was filled with unpleasant memories of China’s political oppression on her family members and friends. She left China and ultimately immigrated to the United States during her teens. After earning a degree in architecture and design in the states, she went to Hong Kong, which was then under the sovereign of the United Kingdom, and became a university teacher before returning to the U.S. In 1972, Liu went back to China with an extended 4-month visa. Her observation of the human right abuses during the visit made her decide to become a human rights activist. After the Tiananmen Square Protest in 1989, Liu drafted a report with her fellow faculty in the Law, Philosophy and Sociology departments based on the eyewitness interviews they conducted with students who were at Tiananmen Square and saw the bloodshed. The report resulted in an unprecedented U.N. reprimand against China on human rights abuse.

Liu’s bases her speeches during her stay at Wilson on her abundant experience in advocating human rights and democracy. The issues she will address are heated and debatable for people who have a curiosity of the human rights situation in China. It is a great opportunity for people in the Wilson community to have a closer look at China, and hear different voices.

Dimon Liu-Human rights activist, architect, urban planner Dimon Liu was born in China and emigrated to the United States in 1965. She became a human rights activist after witnessing conditions in China during a three-month trip there in 1972. Trained in architecture in New York and political economy in London, she taught architecture and urban design for 15 years in Hong Kong and New York. Her human rights activities have included urging human rights organizations to embrace Chinese concerns, systematically briefing journalists on conditions in China, teaching Chinese citizens how to get involved in politics, and organizing human rights initiatives within Chinese pro-democracy groups. At the U.N. Sub-Commission on Human Rights in 1989, she initiated and organized an intervention which resulted in an unprecedented U.N. reprimand against China on human rights abuse. In 1993 she left academia to focus on U.S.-Sino relations. She has testified before Congress on human rights conditions in China and regularly briefs Capitol Hill on issues concerning China. Ms. Liu’s writings on human rights, rule of law, democracy, and military strategy have appeared in many journals and newspapers including the Asian Wall Street Journal, Foreign Affairs, The New York Times, Newsday, and The Washington Times. (Courtesy of Academic Affairs Department)

Postcard from Peru A Completely New Experience

by Julie Campos

Hello, my name is Julie Campos. I come from Peru, a country in South America. Peru is smaller than the US, but it is very beautiful.

Its landscapes are gorgeous and the food is delicious too!

I am full of first times! This is my first visit to the United States; the first time I have traveled outside my country and also the first time

I have written for a newspaper. All these facts are new experiences for me. During my first month here I realized how different but also similar all the people that I have met until now are. They come from different countries and have different cultures but all of them want the same thing: be better professionals and have success in their lives.

Photo Courtesy of Cathy Mentzer

The “Poet of Guitar” is Here!

by Sarah Martin

This year the Spanish Club offered a special opportunity for the Wilson community. They invited Maestro Francesc de Paula Soler, the Poet of the Guitar, to perform and teach at Wilson. Soler has traveled extensively and has received many prizes, awards, and honorary memberships. With the help of Prof. José Cordova, the International Studies Club, and Student Development Maestro Soler held a lecture, a concert, and a workshop on Spanish guitar music.

The lecture, on Wed. Sept. 23 in the Alumnae Chapel at 7:00pm, titled Literatura y Música Hispana a través de la Historia, was a combination of music and lecture from the 12th century up to present day guitar music.

Soler played and discussed music in Spanish from various guitarists, including himself, his teacher Segovia and Yepes, and various other Latino musicians.

At the concert, on Thurs. Sept. 24 in the Alumnae Chapel at 8:00pm, Soler not only played Spanish and Latin American guitar music, but also contemporary music. He covered music from Spain and Latin America to a mix of contemporary guitar music, including jazz, the blues, and swing.

His workshop, held on Fri. Sept. 25 in Warfield Auditorium at 10:00am, was open to only eight guitarists, but all are welcome to come and watch as seating permits. The workshop covers techniques for playing the guitar and various types of instruments, such as the Vihuela and the Luth. Soler also attended the Spanish tables. Dr. Cordova, “hope[s] Wilson students will attend because there will be students from other colleges and universities.”

The Spanish Club, in honor of Spanish Week, plays music in the dining hall. Also, due to Soler’s presence on campus the Multilingual Poetry Reading is rescheduled to October, in connection with UN Day.

While living at Wilson, I have come to realize how different our habits are! For example, here people are very friendly and when you are walking on the street, they say “hello” even if they do not know the person that they are greeting; however, in my country you do not say “hello” to someone that you do not know. You usually greet your

family and friends with a kiss on the cheek or if he/she is someone that you appreciate very much, you give him/her a huge hug.

That is all for now, hope you all like it. I will tell you more details about my observation that I may come up with during my experience here, see you in the next Billboard edition. ¡Hasta la vista!

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Calendar & Announcements

Weekly Events Mondays Art Table 12:00pm Jensen Dining Hall

Tuesdays La Table Française/ French Table 12:00pm Jensen Dining Hall

Current Events Table Spanish Table 12:00pm 12:00pm Jensen Dining Hall Jensen Dining Hall Spanish Table 5:00pm Jensen Dining Hall

Meditation Prayer Chapel 5:00pm

Fencing 9:00pm Laird Hall

Fiber Fellowship 9:00pm-11:00pm Sarah’s Coffeehouse

Wednesdays Weekly Worship 12:00pm Alumnae Chapel

Enviromental Club

Thursdays International Studies Club (Every 2nd Thursday) 12:00pm Jensen Dining Hall

find out what Grief Support Group we’re all about! 1:00pm First meeting: Alumnae Chapel Weds, Sept. 30 Info: counselingintern@wilson.edu 9:15pm or lharmyk@wilson.edu Sarah’s Coffeehouse (Meets every other Weds.)

Meditation Prayer Chapel 5:00pm

Fridays Spanish Table 12:00pm Jensen Dining Hall

WATCH OUT! Women’s Studies Table comes to Jensen Dining Hall Every 3rd Thursday at 12:00pm

featuring hot topics and cool professors!

DINK DAY- EVERY FRIDAY! Wear Those Dinks ALL day

Fri, Sept. 25

Sun, Sept. 27

Thurs, Oct. 1

Maestro Soler Guitar Workshop 10:00am Warfield Auditorium FREE For info: Jose Cordova, jcordova@wilson.edu

French Film Night Persepolis 6:30pm Sarah’s Coffehouse FREE

17th Annual Cumberland Powerful Communication Skills for Women Workshop Valley Women's Conference on Reach for More Series Sustainability and the 12:00pm Environment Jensen Dining Hall

Campus Fitness Center:

-Is currently open for returning Russian Carnival Ensemble members and athletes only.

7:30pm -Memberships for new students will be issued in the next Laird Hall couple of weeks as the fitness Wilson Students FREE Non-Wilson students $7.50 center is staffed.

General audience $15.00 -Returning members will need to complete necessary paperK-12 FREE work to renew their membership.

Up -If you have any questions 9:00pm (Fri & Sat) about the fitness center contact Sarah’s Coffeehouse Amy Martelli at amartelli@wilson.

FREE edu

Weds, Oct. 7

Fri, Oct. 16

“The Soul of Morocco” 7:00pm Alumnae Chapel Tickets: Student 10-18 $2.50, Adult $6.50, Senior $5.50 World Communion Sunday Students under 10 FREE 12:00pm For info: Alumnae Chapel specialevents@wilson.edu Arts Day Fall 2009 All-day Campus-wide event For info: Philip Lindsey, plindsey@wilson.edu

Yikes Bikes!

Weds, Oct. 21

French Film Night Le Murs (The Class) 6:30pm Sarah’s Coffehouse FREE

Women on Wednesday

Editors-in-Chief Sarah Martin & Kayla Chagnon

News Editor Xiaomeng Li

Sports Editor Nikola Grafnetterova

International Editor Xiaomeng Li

Photography Editor Xiaomeng Li Business Managers Kayla Chagnon & Sarah Martin

Sarah Martin

Nikola Graffneterova

Rebecca Dennison

Kayla Chagnon Jacquelyn Valencia

Suzanne Cole

Laura Wilson

Kate Medina

Janessa DeMeule

Jonathan Clark

Julie Campos

Jess Domanico Graphic Designers Xiaomeng Li

Sarah Martin

Kayla Chagnon Jacquelyn Valencia

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○ 8:00am Registration ○ 8:45am Introduction ○ 8:50am Keynote Speaker, Dr. James Hamilton ○ Session 1: 9:30–10:45am ○ Session 2: 11:0012:15pm ○ Session 3: 1:30–2:45pm ○ Closing: Open Discussion

Sun, Oct. 18

Adviser Dr. Aimee-Marie Dorsten

Staff Writers Xiaomeng Li

Tues, Oct. 6

● Keys & pump can be signed out at Safety Office ● College ID required ● Must provide own helmet, lights and/or pack Students $5.00 ● Lost Key: $25 General Audience $20.00 ● Unreturned bike: $200 *Student scholarships available Please report any problems For info: Dianna Heim, to Campus Safety Office dheim@wilson.edu or call 717-262-2010

Billboard Staff

Calendar Editor Nicole Twigg

Sat, Oct. 3

9 Bicycles Available

Nikola Graffneterova Jess Domanico

Sundays Agape Chrisitan Fellowship 7:00-9:00pm Alumnae Chapel

Big Questions with Prof David True 12:00pm Jensen Dining Hall

Recreation Center Hours Facilities are open for all Wilson Community members free of charge. Changes are posted online.

Through Sept. 6-Oct. 31 Swimming Pool: Due to mechanical problems, the pool is closed until further notice.

Field House-Gym and Bowling Alley: Sundays, 7:00–9:00pm Mondays, 7:00–9:00pm Wednesdays, 7:00–9:00pm Facilities will be closed during Fall Break: Oct. 11 and 12 Contact lfrey@wilson.edu for facility rules

Sun, Oct. 25

Van Looy Organ Series Featuring Ken Cowen 3:00pm Alumnae Chapel General admission $5.00 Preferred seating $10.00 For info: specialevents@wilson.edu Pick Up Your Art! Want To Learn Good Habits In Your from the Faculty-Staff Art Exhibit Dating Relationships?

Prof. Laura Altfeld, Biology 4:00pm Sarah’s Coffeehouse For info: Julie Raulli, jraulli@wilson.edu

Fri, Oct 16 & Wed, Oct. 21 After 3:00pm on Friday -OR-

After 5:00pm on Wednesday Bogigian Gallery, Lortz Hall

Meet Up With Other Wilson Students For Video And Discussion Tuesday Nights at 9:00pm For more information, contact Jen Robinson 717-395-4525 or jrobinson@wilson.edu

Editorial Mission Statement:

The Wilson Billboard is a once-monthly student-run newsmagazine serving the Wilson College and Chambersburg community. Our mission is to relay important information to the campus and provide a forum for intelligent and democratic discussion. To fulfill this mission, the Billboard recognizes the many goals of the Wilson community and strives to encourage communication between students, faculty, staff, and administration in an ethical and non-biased fashion.

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