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The Wilson Billboard February 23, 2012 Wilson College Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Vol. XXXXV, No. 1
Library Renovation Project Kicks Off with New Architect and Call for Student Opinion by Laura B. Hans
Students would like to see more common areas in the new library Photo by Brooke Ketron
Ealier this month, an ad hoc library committee chose the architect, Murray Associates, P.C. for the John Stewart Memorial Library project. The committee formed specifically to select an architect. This committee includes: College President, Barbara Mistick, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Students, Mary Hendrickson, Vice President of Finance and Administration, Brian Ecker and Library Director, Kathleen Murphy. Despite the committee’s timely selection process, there is still a long road ahead. “[W]e are still very early in the process and it is hard to estimate the completion date because we are still unsure of the scope of the project… I
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would expect the project could be completed towards the end of 2014 or early 2015,” says Ecker. The inability to immediately retrieve books presents issues for some students. “Next fall I start my thesis. I think that without a library it may make it more difficult for me with preliminary research. I won’t have that availability to easily access books. And I don’t think the public library will have that academic specialty,” says Ian Downin ’13. The selection process began as Mistick issued a request for proposal to potential bidders. The college gave the interested parties a tour of the library, so they understood the building and presenting issues. Within two weeks, the architects gave presentations on their past building projects showing what they could potentially do for Wilson. The committee decided on Murray Associates, P.C. based on how well the company worked with other institutions. The committee visited other buildings and then made their choice. “The president notified Murray Associates that they had been selected… They will come here again with engineers in March with people from the firm and take a close look at the site. They need to know what’s under the ground, in the walls, everything and then draft a design,” says Murphy. Since the library moved to Sarah’s Coffee House, the number of library users increased. The library staff uses a people counter
and found that from mid-October to November, the number of library users had doubled for that month from the previous year. The reason may be, “It’s a more inviting space. The temperature and humidity are maintained at a normal level and there is a 24/7 lab, which makes a huge difference,” says Murphy. While in use, the John Stewart Memorial Library did not offer a practical layout for students. Murphy’s hope for the renovated library includes a functional design including more open, inviting spaces and a coffee bar. “The front area would turn into a contemplative area for students to work and study and the back area will be a beehive of activity, [the learning commons]. There will be a transitional space, as a buffer between the two... There will be an information desk, but that will be minimal, as the librarians will rove more. They will be more accessible. IT will have a presence there... [as well as] academic support,” says Murphy. “All candidates felt it was necessary to do focus groups on campus to find out what the people want and their expectations. Students are the most important patrons at the library. They would be paramount among the groups,” explains Murphy. WCGA resident counsel members are researching libraries and student union centers in the area to gather information concerning ideas and needs for
the new library. WCGA Vice President, Rachael Kinley ‘13 says, “We collected information through surveys and found a need for better lighting and more student space. We need more common areas, especially with the loss of Sarah’s. I would like to see more up to date technology, computer rooms, seminar rooms and study areas.” According to Ecker, the project does not yet have a concrete budget. “We will be doing a fundraising campaign and hopefully donors will be willing to support that,” he says. Concerning the general financial health of the college, “We have a solid financial position, and not unlike other colleges, there are challenges with the maintenance and improvements of programs and facilities” adds Eckert. Committee members and campus opinion suggests that Murray Associates, P.C. is a good choice. “I was so impressed, the [current] building is a Carnegie neo-Gothic building with a prosaic rectangle plopped behind it. The architect blended the historic building with the back in a way that allowed the back part to be the learning commons. [Murray Associates] allowed it to be both modern and reflect the era of the original building. That said to us that he understood, that tradition is important here. But, we are looking for a modern building to meet the needs of modern students with our need for tradition that reflects history,” says Murray.
Spike Lee Questions U.S. as a Post-Racial Nation
Fields Inducted into 1,000 Point Club
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Editorial-Opinion
Editorial Obamacare Mandate Requires Employers to Cover Contraceptives
Shippensburg University offers students a vending machine carrying the “morning after pill” Photo courtesy of SUTV News by Brooke Ketron
Controversy recently sparked over the Obama administration mandate that requires employers to cover the cost of birth control for their female employees. Catholic institutions across the nation immediately resisted the mandate, calling for changes that would relieve the religious establishments from being involved with the distribution of birth control, which goes against their values. In recent days, President Barack Obama came to a compromise that excludes Catholic institutions from paying for the birth control, but instead allows employees to acquire the contraceptives through the company medical insurance. Though it is customary for employers to offer medical coverage after a pre-determined amount of time of service, dental cleanings are much less case sensitive than birth control prescriptions. Requiring employers to cover the costs of birth control may be pushing the limits of personal and professional relationships. Some employees may want their employers to know about decisions they make regarding their personal lives. However, this mandate could benefit employers. By supplying birth control coverage, companies may experience less instances of maternal leave or complete loss of an employee due to unplanned pregnancies. It can also create a sense of job security for women who take advantage of the program,
ensuring that they can dedicate their time to the employer in place of a family. While the mandate is receiving mixed reviews, women everywhere seem to be breathing a little easier. For many women, contraception can be difficult to obtain and afford on a consistent basis. The near shutdown of Planned Parenthood, one of the largest distributors of birth control, left many women without personal protection against unplanned pregnancies. Though some may consider the mandate extreme or unnecessary, it could be a step in the right direction for women’s rights and equality among all. As a women’s college, Wilson College should be particularly interested in what seems to be a victory to women’s rights of choice. Though some argue that the mandate is an attempt to sway the female vote for the 2012 elections, the focus should be that more women will be able to afford birth control than ever before. Women, particularly teenagers and young adults, experience difficulty consistently acquiring and affording contraceptives. Though this is a big step for women nationwide, not all women are affected by the mandate. Employers do not always offer medical benefits, leaving these women and those who are unemployed without the opportunity to receive birth control free of cost. The mandate does not address changes for the contraceptive costs for unemployed, impoverished or underage women. Perhaps the women that would most benefit from free birth control services are the ones being denied. This begs the question, what can be done to help these women? Shippensburg University installed a machine for students to purchase the “morning after pill”, Plan B, from the Etter Health Center. Daniel Tosh, comedian and host of Comedy Central’s Tosh.0, recently noted the machine on his blog – insinuating that the vending machine is a poor example for female students. Many of the blog readers commented that the machine gave the message that safety precautions before sex were not necessary. I agree that it may be giving students the wrong impression, but I do commend Shippensburg University for at least being aware of the consequences of unsafe sex and keeping an open dialogue with students about their options. With all differences aside, birth control services should be provided for inexpensive or no cost to all women who wish to use it.As autonomous beings, we as women have the right to decide when or if we wish to use contraceptives.
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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 ful�ill 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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Staff Writers Laura B. Hans Caileigh Oliver Brooke Ketron Shin Young Lee Jonathan Clark Soyoung An April C. Davila Lauren Kershner Sam Klopp Ji yoon Shin Suji Han Jyostna Dhakal Lesley Eichelberger Graphic Designers Caileigh Oliver Brooke Ketron Laura B. Hans Ashley Wetzel Kat Merena Irene Myers
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Resident Assistant’s Compensation Lags Behind Peer Institutions
RAs hold a weekly meeting to discuss campus affairs by Soyoung An
Photo by Soyoung An
The Residence Life Program is recruiting new 2012-13 Residence Assistance (RA) staff, and students have shown an interest in the duties and benefits of holding the RA job title. RAs work not only for monetary compensation, but also for the meaningful experience. Director of Residence Life, Sherri Sadowski explains that Wilson College’s RAs get paid monthly depending on the participating year. The 1st year’s monthly payment is $284.75, the 2nd year’s payment is $347.25 and the 3rd year’s monthly payment is $409.75. Furthermore, they receive free parking and a discount on double rooms. “We get benefits such as participating in conferences for free. The Mid-Atlantic Association of College & University Housing Officers
[MACUHO] is one of the offered conferences. All of the school’s RAs gather together, and we have to present and share experiences. It is a great opportunity to me,” Current RA, Cathy Smedley ‘12 says. Compared with other colleges in Pa., most offer similar benefits to their RAs: monetary payment, free parking or room benefits. Grove City College (GCC) takes $1,200.00 off tuition per semester and includes room and board benefits. They also offer free parking passes to their staff, one of GCC’s RAs explained. Cedar Crest College (CCC) offers payment for five hours a week at minimum wage. RAs in CCC also receive meal benefits if they are oncall during break because the dining hall is not open. As compensation, they get a free single room and air conditioner for applicable halls. “Everything is nice. However, if RA’s rooms were free at Wilson College, it would be more helpful to my tuition. Our RAs work a lot of behind the scenes,” Smedley ‘12 says. Wilson College’s RAs have several duties. They make sure everything safe on campus, work as peer-mediators, and create four campus programs per year and eight hall programs a semester. They try to create a better campus and community. In addition, they maintain 2.5 GPA and act as a role model to other students. An RA is a person who exhibits responsibility and leadership. Ayorkor Dua ‘14, a recent RA applicant, says, “I applied because it seemed cool. I have always wondered what it would be like to hold a leadership position and the RA position plays this role. So I figured, why not give it a try?” Even though the RAs do not have many major issues nor do they complain about their job, the school gives careful attention to complaints of some students who are future applicants. “I think that complaints are from a lack of information and communication with RAs. We don’t know exactly what they do and what benefits are offered about their job. If we know how meaningful this work is, students
Farewell and Special Thanks to Two Retiring Professors After Many Years of Service Prof. Virginia Anderson-Stojanovic: by Sam Klopp
After 35 years of instructing students on Latin, Classical Civilization, Art History and Archaeology, Prof. of Classics and Fine Arts, Virginia AndersonStojanovic is leaving the community upon completion of the spring semester. She notes that she appreciated the serious, respectful tone her students have shown, and for the laughter they have brought her over the years. When asked about post-retirement plans, she said, “I am looking forward to having some time to complete several archaeological publications and continuing Photo courtesy of my study of Balkan [southeast European] languages Virginia Anderson- and culture. I would like to become active in several Stojanovic international nonprofit organizations in the Baltimore –Washington area where we will relocate next year.”
Prof. Beverly Ayers-Nachamkin : by Soyoung An
Prof. of Psychology, Beverly AyersNachamkin began teaching at Wilson 30 years ago. She teaches Psychology and Women’s Studies courses. “I simply love teaching. I enjoyed Statistics and Women’s Sexualities the most,” she says. Nachamkin plans to get a new house and explore a new community. She also wishes to brush up on French, learn Spanish or take a feminist theory course. She considers her students her most significant accomplishments. She leaves a final statement, “Discover what it is you like to do and do it; do it well.”
Photo courtesy of Beverly Ayers-Nachamkin
APPLE Team Presents Educational Program at National Conference by Tracy Randall-Loose
Wilson’s Athletic Prevention Programming and Leadership Education (APPLE) Team traveled to Charlottesville, Va to present during the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Conference on Fri., Jan. 20- Sun., Jan. 22. The team educated NCAA Division I, II and III student-athletes and athletic administrators with a presentation titled “Successful APPLE Action Plans- Alcohol Awareness Week-Jeopardy Game.” The conference is an NCAA and University of Virginia-led program promoting student-athlete leadership in health and wellness for peer-education
and in the prevention of substance abuse. The goal of the conference is to empower teams and administrators to create institution-specific action plans. The team consisted of student-athletes Colleen O’Reilly ‘12, Alyssa Bernard ‘12, Caileigh Oliver ‘14 and Hannah DeMoss ‘13. College counselor Cindy Shoemaker and Head Athletic Trainer, Tracy Randall-Loose served as advisors to the team. Bernard says, “It was amazing to see how athletes from other schools have instituted different programs and the positive impacts that followed due to these programs.”
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Holocaust Museum Visit Tests the Concept of “Happiness” by Lesley Eichelberger
Four floors of photographs, memoirs and artwork tell the stories of the estimated 14,000,000 people murdered during the Holocaust in the mid-twentieth century. Located in Washington, D.C., the Holocaust Memorial Museum is home to the artifacts that tell the story of this European genocide. Eight students and two professors visited the Holocaust Museum (ushmm.org) on Weds, Feb. 15. Asst. Prof. of Religion, David True and Asst. Prof. of Philosophy, John Elia coordinated the trip as part of their “Happiness” course. Elia explains his decision to test student’s ideas regarding happiness by visiting the Holocaust memorial. “This is not intended for shock value, but rather to challenge students’ notions of happiness in different contexts,” he says. The museum’s founders dedicated it to the victims and survivors of Hitler’s reign in Germany from 1933- 45. The exhibits begin with
Students and faculty, listed from L to R: Amanda Kenney ‘14; Brandy Holtzapple ‘13; Briana Doscher ‘12; Prof. John Elia; Tammy Clark ‘12; Amanda Clark ‘14; Prof. David True; guest, Barbera Bush ‘13; Lilia George ‘14 Photo courtesy of Amanda Kenney ‘14
a replica of a young Jewish boy’s home. A recording of his diary narrates the decline of his family. The interactive display prompts you to handle their belongings, to consider their hardships and to witness their fate. At the end of the memorial is an eternal flame that rests soil taken from a twentieth-century concentration camp. It is a dedication to both the victims who died in such camps, and the American soldiers
that died for their rescue. Museum visitors are given a chance to reflect on what they have seen, to pray, and to light a candle in remembrance. After leaving the museum, students discussed what they learned and related it to the Happiness course. Amanda Kenney ‘14 says, “The innocence in the children’s drawings made me see that there is something inside us that allows us to hold
on to a form of happiness during a tragedy, a kind of naivety.” “It makes me think that human dignity is the basis for happiness, deserving of all people,” says Briana Doscher ‘12 The Happiness course is a unique offering for students. It combines history, philosophy and religion to explore concepts of Happiness, both past and present. Says True, “Our goal is for students to critically think as they encounter many voices across a history of happiness. This will help them to discover, deepen, and refine their own voices.” Unlike previous courses with two professors, the Happiness course is taught by True and Elia simultaneously. Both are present and engaged in every class. “We have different expertise. This helps to facilitate discussions. We learn from our students and each other. It’s also nice to collaborate with a friend, someone that you respect,” says Elia.
Spike Lee Questions U.S. as a Post-Racial Nation
Spike Lee speaks candidly about poverty and race in America Photo courtesy of Jeremy Wolfe by Shin Young Lee
In a black T-shirt and jeans, director Spike Lee quietly took the stage on Thurs, Feb. 16 to speak on topic of “The Cultural Diversity in America” in celebration of Black History Month. Shippensburg University hosted Lee at the Luhrs Performing Arts Center as guest speaker for its Helping Our People Excel (HOPE) Diversity Scholarship program. The Diversity Team, Advisor Cindy Shoemaker, and Chaplain Rosie Magee traveled to listen to Lee as he pointed out that the ma-
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jority of African-Americans still experience economic poverty. Attending Lee’s lecture is a part of the Diversity Team’s Lectures in Hope series. Perched on the edge of a stool, Lee spoke informally about Barack Obama as the first African-American president in the United States and said it must seem as if “the whole world changed,” although the lives of many minorities’ lives remain unchanged. “Almost every year, the Diversity Team participates in Lectures in Hope. This program invites a guest speaker who discusses diversity. Based on the lecture, the Diversity Team can have some time to discuss
that topic as well,” President of Diversity Team, Barbara Bush ‘13 says. The Hope program has held the presentation concerning diversity every year for over 26 years. Lee is not only an award-winning film director, but he is also a widely regarded as a filmmaker critical of African-American access to the American Dream. During his presentation, Lee said he believes there is still room for improvement in the lives of AfricanAmericans and other minorities. Lee’s films mirror his own experience: when he debuted in Hollywood in the 1980s, African-American directors were almost unheard of. Lee is known for his films that
deal with controversial social and political issues. One of his films, Malcolm X (1992), shows his tendency to discuss these topics with candor. When prompted about issues facing minorities in the United States, Shoemaker responded. “One of the ways we work towards reducing, and eventually eliminating, racism and all the other ‘isms’ is to heighten awareness,” she said. One of the Diversity Team’s goals is to work towards creating a loving, nonjudgmental community on our campus by breaking down barriers of misunderstanding and helping everyone to understand and be accepting of differences.”
L-R (Back) Dana Berg Counseling Intern, Lilia George ‘14, Chaplain Rosie Magee, Timmurra Morton ‘13, Christin Warner ‘13 (Front) Barbara Bush ‘13, Cindy Shoemaker Photo by Shin Young Lee
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History Springs to Life As Students Broaden Their Horizons in the U.K. by Shin Young Lee
In The Canterbury Tales, Goeffrey Chaucer travels from London with a group of strangers to visit Canterbury. This group of people is thrown together when they traveled to the shrine of Saint Thomas à Becket. The pilgrims tell lots of different kinds of tales on their journey. The Canterbury Tales are left incomplete by Chaucer. This January, nine students followed the pilgrims’ road. “I’ve never travelled outside of Pennsylvania,” Sierra Schnable ‘12, who participated in this trip, explains. “Canterbury Cathedral was the most interesting place to me. Interestingly, there was a kitty in the Cathedral. The kitty stayed there. The memorials and stained glasses are well preserved. I felt the originality,” she continued. Students, including Schnable, visited London and Scotland for the J-Term class named “The Reformation in Britain.” Chaplain Rosie Magee and Asst. Dean of Students, Rebecca Hammell, planned this lecture and trip.
Kate Johnston ‘13, Whitney Hawkins ‘12, Iris McLane ‘13, Alyssa Hockenberry ‘12, and Meta Porcella ‘14 at Canterbury Cathedral in the United Kingdom Photo courtesy of Rosie Magee
“As a chaplain, I’m interested in this specific topic, the Reformation. Also, I wanted to give an opportunity to experience new culture for students,” Magee says. The Reformation in Britain analyzes how the Church of England separated from the Catholic Church and the Pope in the six-
teenth century. Besides these historic events, the United Kingdom is one of many English speaking countries, so it is more familiar to students who are experiencing their first visit to a foreign country. “I thought this trip would be my last opportunity to travel abroad at Wilson, because I’m a
senior now. And the trip cost was the same as a J-Term class, so it was affordable,” Schnable says. Due to the winter seasons, there were not many tourists traveling, so students could enjoy historic places, such as Westminster Abbey and Canterbury Cathedral in London without interruption. The fair weather only improved the trip. “People might think it was chilly, but it wasn’t. Fortunately, it was good for walking and visiting many places outside,” Magee says. As Chaucer recounted the pilgrims’ trip as The Canterbury Tales, students recorded their journal in a blog or a paper. “Every day I kept a record on a blog. It was one of the assessments, but I enjoyed it. In Scotland, I didn’t have any internet access, so I wrote on paper and I moved it to the blog,” Schnable says. Magee and Schnable were extremely satisfied with their trip and lecture. Magee hopes to offer this course again next semester. “It is affordable, so take the opportunity,” Schnable comments, “Give it a shot.”
Serial Fiction: Winden Woods, Part Four by Sam Klopp
Last fall, we joined Jenna as she made her way along a winding forest trail to visit Jeremy, a boy whose relationship to her is currently unknown. After reaching the log cabin of his residence, she was greeted hastily by a startled Jeremy, and was warned to leave before she was found by an unknown party. After leading her through his house and out a side door, Jenna was left fearful and confused, having only a moment to register her thoughts before hearing voices and footsteps on the trail she had just come from. Heeding Jeremy’s words, she ran down a side trail to another part of the woods, a pursuer close behind. Slightly injured, she reached a clearing and took cover behind the stone wall of a decrepit cemetery. Her energy drained, she lay among the leaves and waited to receive her fate… For an innumerable amount of
Photo by Brooke Ketron
time, Jenna remained huddled in the cramped crook. Nearby trees performed as puppeteers, taking advantage of the sun’s angle and plaguing her with visions of their shadows flitting across her body. With each, she started visibly; sure her ghostly pursuer had found her at last. No more noise shattered the overwhelming silence, however, and the only sounds she could hear was the wind’s whisper through the forest, and that of her own light,
shallow breathing. As the sun sank lower into the sky, the cool breeze from moments past transformed into a colder wind that gnawed away her flimsy coat and bit into her skin. Knowing she had to move once more, Jenna attempted to rise, finding it necessary to kneel instead and wait for her stiff muscles to release her from captivity. Her gaze could not pass over the wall, so to occupy her troubled mind, she examined the
melancholy scene around her. Her initial impression had been correct, as there were at least thirty gravestones donning the site. Many had faded to nothing more than battered rock, and some were so eroded that their facial features were no longer readable. These tiny monuments held no power over the sight, though, as her eyes fixated on a new object that in her panic had gone unnoticed. For a moment, her captivation ebbed away her fright and pain, but a new fear surfaced as she felt a hand come to rest on her shoulder. About the Author: Sam Klopp is currently a junior at Wilson, majoring in Veterinary Medical Technology, with special interests in English, gothic literature, and bat research. She welcomes her readers to send her feedback after every story installment as it will be used to further the plot along. Please send all comments, critiques, and/ or ideas to sklopp@wilson.edu.
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Gymnasts Flip and Twist at Home Meet L-R: Jenny Miller ‘15 flips off the vault; Alexandre Howard ‘13 poses during her floor routine; Mandy Grahn ‘13 performs a back tuck on the beam Photos by Whitney Hawkins by April C. Davila and senior Whitney Hawkins ‘12 runway and flipping their body on on the uneven bars. She flipped
The gymnastics team had their first and only home meet of the season on Sun, Feb. 5. The event took place in the Gannett Field House, where 50 plus guests sat on the bleachers cheering the Wilson Phoenix team. The Phoenix competed against the Ithaca College Bomber’s. The Phoenix held second place with a combined score of 145.600 in their overall performance. “The meet was good. It was fun,” said freshman gymnast, Jenny Miller ‘15. Captain Alexandre Howard ‘13
were presented with gifts at the end of the meet by their teammates in honor of it being their senior meet. “I will really miss the effort that the team put into our ‘small but mighty’team attitude,” said Hawkins. Hawkins gives credit to all her fans for the surmountable support. “It was really nice how everyone got dressed up that day,” she says. Spectators were decked out in zebra stripes and matching blue ensembles. The first event of the meet was vault, an event that consists of a gymnast running down an 80 ft.
to, then off of, the vault, where they manage to land flat on their feet. The difficulty of the flip determines the score a gymnast receives. From the sidelines, most of the crowd could hear Howard scream encouragements to her fellow gymnasts. “Come on Mandy, you got this. You have the confidence!” she shouted as co-captain Amanda Grahn ‘13 stood ready to vault. Grahn’s scores consisted of no lower than a 9.3, and she placed third in the overall performance. Howard did an outstanding job
between the bars twice without falling, and finished with a solid landing. The crowd went wild. Howard’s scores were among the highest, averaging out to no lower than a 9.1, and she placed second in the overall performance. “I always enjoy seeing my friends compete. They have such fun when they really play for the fun of gymnastics,” said Hawkins. Head Gymnastics Coach Kirsten Mull says, “I think the girls did a very good job and I am very proud of them.”
Fields Inducted Into Basketball 1,000 Point Club by Ji yoon Shin
Cheers filled the gym as the basketball swished through the net during Tara Fields ‘13 second foul shot. The referees called a brief time-out so Fields could be honored for her achievement. Fields and her friends, who wore white tops and pants for the “white out,” cheered and the white wave of Wilson spectators cheered with them. The basketball team played against Keuka College on Sat, Feb. 4 at 1:00pm in the Field House. The game ended with a score of 39-70. It was during this game that Fields scored her 1,000th point in her time playing for the college team. “I was excited and nervous because 1,000 points is a big ac-
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complishment that I thought I would never achieve. And the people on the wall are big names. I am honored to be in the same club with my coach,” says Fields. Head Basketball Coach, Angie Grove ‘00, was actually the first person to be inducted into the 1,000 point club, which began in 2000. Alumni Grove, Theresa Phelps ‘01, Doris Zimmerman ‘03, and Dana Bennett ‘08 are the only other basketball players inducted into the 1,000 point club. The names of the club members are hanging on the banner next to the scoreboard in the gym. Vanessa Whitfield ‘14, team captain, had the team’s top rebounds of the game with six total, while Fields was the top scorer with 23 points.
“Keuka was one of the best teams that we played against, but we played hard. I am satisfied with the way we played together,” said Whitfield. The opponent, Keuka College, is ranked second in North East Athletic Conference. The goal of the season was to win and lose an even amount of games. However, they could not accomplish this with their 2-19 season record. “They should be proud of themselves that they have won two games this year, and we are looking forward to next season and getting more players in and continuing to build our program,” says Grove. Tara Fields ‘13 makes a shot Photo by Caileigh Oliver
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Despite Trials, Lacrosse Remains Hopeful for the 2012 Season by Sam Klopp
With the beginning of the spring semester comes start of spring sports, and the lacrosse team is gearing up for what hopes to be a great season. Despite a month-long wait until their first game, pre-season practices began shortly after the end of winter break. Lacrosse has seven returning players, and six new players who will make their start this season. Many of these newer players have little to no experience with the sport, but are willing to learn and contribute as much as they can to the team. In addition to its players, the team welcomed a new Head Coach, Beth Weixel, who worked as Assistant Coach during the 2011 season. Stepping in as Assitant Coach is Wilson and lacrosse alumni, Nikola Grafnetterova ‘10. While all involved are excited for the upcoming season, they are also striving to meet the new challenges it brings. Winter sports have prevented many of the team’s members from participating in practices, and with only five to seven people
consistently on the field at a time, unfamiliar drills and dynamics are hard to learn. Also problematic are the numbers on the roster. With twelve players on the field at a time, the team has just enough people to pull though the season. While this might be a troublesome notion to some, team co-captain, Alyssa Bernard ‘12, isn’t concerned. “At practice, I have already seen an improvement in everyone’s stick skills, and we have been working hard on our conditioning...We still have a few more weeks of practice before our first game, but I believe that the 2012 lacrosse team is going to be a very strong and promising team,” said Bernard. “Based on our performance in practices so far, I think the Wilson College lacrosse team has a good season in its future,” says Megan Longstreet ‘13. “There are a lot of new players on the team, myself included, who have put in a lot of time and effort into learning this sport and improving our skills. Our team captains, Jami DeVanie ‘12
and Alyssa Bernard, are very supportive and push the team to work hard for each other. The new head coach, Beth Weixel, is more than willing to put in the time to work with all of the players, no matter their skill level. I am excited to see what the team can accom- Alyssa Bernard ‘12 catches the ball. Photo by Caileigh Oliver plish this season,” added Longstreet. ing place on March 20. The season Lacrosse has twelve games to- home opener is scheduled for March tal this season, with the first tak- 23 at 4:00pm at Kris’s Meadow.
Last spring, the softball team had a very successful year. They won the North East Athletic Conference (NEAC) South Championship; this was the farthest they had ever gotten. This season they are looking to get to the next level, which is qualifying to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Championship. Last season, they lost to the winner of the NEAC North Championship. If they win the South this year and beat the winner of the North, then they can go to the NCAA. Their goal is not only to go to the NCAA, but also to play as a fam-
ily. The team practices 15 hours per week. The focus of the practice is to bring the team closer together. They do not need any super stars or leading players to maintain the atmosphere of the team. “Our team goal is to be the Wilson softball family, so we want to play as a family. If you take care of team chemistry and team purpose, and unify the team, then the scores and skills will take care of themselves. We are a very talented team, but talented teams do not win championships. Team chemistry wins championships,” says Brett Cline, the Head Coach of the softball team. They do not have any worries
about pre-season injuries or opposing teams, as they only worry about playing as a team. “We want everybody to be team focused, not individually focused. Being individually focused means I get to play every game, every inning, every time. We want more focus to be on the team. So what we worry about most is the players not focused on the team but on playing time. We are focused on what’s best for the team,” said Cline. The softball team has a team council instead of having a team captain. Instead of putting extra pressure on one person, the whole team works together. This is also connected to the team philosophy. To keep those
Softball Team Sets Goals, Aims for NCAA Championships by Suji Han
Tara Fields ‘13
Fields was chosen based on her basketball achievements. She scored her 1000th point. Fields averages 17.8 points per game, and currently leads the team with 58 assists and 66 steals.
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thoughts in mind, the team has two frames on the wall. They are about 12 Lessons in Leadership and Team Culture. Every player takes on the responsibility of the leader. They always keep in mind the team culture in order to fulfill the team’s goal. Players feel the team is like a big family, and that attitude shows every time they practice. “We go around and we tell everybody something positive about our day. It can be about anything. For example, some people say, “Oh, I took a nap today” or “I got out of my class early” says Sonja Hess ‘15. “This just gets us closer together. Let’s us get to know each other,” she says.
Ashlee Yealy ‘15
Yealy was chosen based on her performance in the basketball game against Penn State Berks, where she scored 18 points and got 9 rebounds. She currently leads the team with 48 blocks.
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Arts & Entertainment
From Thundering Tales of Heartbreak to Poetic Lullabies: The Best Albums of 2011 by Brooke Ketron
1.) 21, Adele
There is a reason this lovely Brit cleaned out the Grammys a few weeks ago. Adele’s soulful sound is unmatched by any other pop star currently hitting the airwaves. No stranger to adversity, Adele delivers a heart-wrenching and easily relatable album about Adele’s album, 21, won six Grammys what she calls a “rubbish Photo courtesy of Adele relationship.” Songs such as “Someone Like You” and “Don’t You Remember” paint a picture of the hard task of letting go and moving on from a past loved one. Adele’s vocal styling in “Set Fire to the Rain” commands the attention of her audience with flawless falsetto slips and roaring full-range hooks.
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Major/Minor, Thrice The epitome of experimentation and musical evolution, Thrice influences many popular rock bands on the radio today. Thrice’s “Yellowbelly” opens the album with an aggressive riff that confronts abusive fathers. “Call It In Air” takes on the decibel scale as it ranges from its soft intriguing intro into its powerfully intimate chorus. Lead vocalist, Dustin Kensrue, calls out indecisive procrastinators in crucial times. The instrumentation fused with lyrics like “You have to choose, and what you stand to lose you’ve been putting up all of your life” is enough to cause your hair to stand on end. With such powerfully diverse songs and an equally impressive live show, it is no wonder why most of the music community give this band the upmost respect.
3.) Free, Twin Atlantic
This quartet, hailing from Glasgow, Scotland, brings a flurry of passion and independence to the pop-rock scene of the U.S. With a charming, other worldly accent, Sam McTrusty and his bandmates wrote an inspiring album with political punch. Opening track, “Edit Me” is a hard-hitting rock anthem of being true to yourself and not letting society influence who you are – a common struggle among youth worldwide. “We Want Better, Man” wraps up the album with a subdued melody. McTrusty rallies listeners to demand better from the government, as the title suggests. If you were not paying close attention, Twin Atlantic may have flown under your radar, but prepare to hear a lot more from them with an upcoming stint on this summer’s Warped Tour. 4.) Bon Iver, Bon Iver Few artists are able to tell a story in as raw and compelling a way as the folk band, Bon Iver. In their self-titled album, Bon Iver continues telling tales of heartbreak with poem-like ballads, free of conventional songwriting tactics. With pure, unaltered tones, songs like “Holocene” are brought to life with real emotion and talent spilled with every word. While most artists concentrate on writing the next hook for their hit, Bon Iver’s “Calgary” has a more natural sounding approach that make the song flow effortlessly from start to finish. 5.) Acid Wolfpack, Coyote Kisses Whether you like him or not, most people have heard of Skrillex, a name synonymous with the rising music genre known as dubstep. While it is generally assumed that all electronic music sounds the same, Coyote Kisses gives a different spin on all the bells and whistles. “Two Suns” (originally from the Star Wars Soundtrack) is remixed and re-amped to the tune of early 1990s video game tunes with a new electronic/dubstep feel, unlike any other. “Starchaser” runs with the speed of light as its arpeggios take you through a sonic adventure through space; making it almost impossible to sit still. All in all, Coyote Kisses experiments with new futuristic sounds, which never fails to keep the music progressing.
Dance Dept. Stays en Pointe Offering Free Ballet Classes to Community by Suji Han
About 20 students, faculty, staff and community members met in the Appenzellar Buchanan Dance Studio for a free ballet class on Mon, Feb. 13. Some participants were familiar with ballet while others did not have any experience, but everyone tried to follow the instructor during the class. The instructor taught them with a handson approach and all the students in the class appeared focused. Professor of Dance, Paula Kellinger, offers this free ballet class on campus throughout the spring semester. “When I found there was not a ballet class for the spring, I wanted to try and find a way for there to be ballet present on campus,” says Kellinger. The classes are held every Monday from 6:30–7:45pm in the Appenzellar Buchanan Dance Studio. The class has already begun, but it is open to anyone regardless of ballet experience. The class provides an opportunity to study ballet and develop more experience. Also, people can find pleasure and fun through the class. “I do expect the techniques to get better and my muscles to get stronger. Also, it just gives you an appreciation of what ballet is, especially for people who want to take other types of dance,” says Ashley Overdorff ’12. There are two instructors, Nancy Walker and Beth Skroban, who teach in rotation. As stated in an all-campus email, “Nancy J. Walker holds an M.A. and B.A. in Dance, and a Royal Society of Arts Diploma in Fine and Decorative Arts. She is an Adjunct Professor of Dance History at Gettysburg College.” Additionally, the email states, “[Beth Skroban] studied ballet with former Kirov dancer Luba Gulyaeva and others at the Botsford School of Dance in Rochester, Ny., with Elisabeth Carroll at Skidmore College, with faculty at the Saratoga Dance Academy in Saratoga
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Springs, Ny., with Michael Steele and other members of the New York City Ballet. Ms. Skroban received a full tuition dance scholarship to West Virginia University. She holds a B.A. in History from WVU.” The free ballet class is a part of the dance Artist in Residency program. It allows the free classes to be open to the community. WCGA, Orchesis, Friends of Orchesis, the Hyde Foundation and the Wilson College Dance Dept. also help support this program. After the first class on Mon, Feb. 6, Kellinger received emails from two community members. They told her how wonderful the classes were and what a great opportunity Wilson College provided.
Visiting scholars Nancy Walker and Beth Skroban lead ballet classes for dancers of all levels on Monday evenings Photo by Suji Han
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Arts & Entertainment
theMovieReview : The Artist
by Jonathan Clark
The Artist is extraordinary. Recently nominated for ten Academy Awards, this most unlikely of feelgood movies is unequivocally one of the best films of 2011. Embraced by audiences around the world
Bérénice Bejo: the Argentine-French actress starring in The Artist Photo courtesy of Georges Biard
since its prize-winning debut at the Cannes Film Festival last May, The Artist, a black and white silent French film about a mega-film star of the 1920s golden age of Hollywood and his decline with the advent of talkies, is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. This movie is sure to make you embrace the art and love of moviemaking more than anything else ever before released. George Valentin (Jean Dujardin) is a silent screen movie god, a nice mix of Douglas Fairbanks and Gene Kelly (obviously the latter is not a silent star), at the top of his field. After a successful film premiere, he meets Peppy Miller (Bérénice Bejo), a newcomer to Hollywood who soon begins her climb to stardom that coincides with the advent of talking pictures. Valentin refuses to transition and while his star inevitably declines, Miller’s rises to the heights of Greta Garbo. While not exactly the most original plot (which could accurately be described as A Star is Born meets
Singin’ in the Rain), The Artist mines its charm from the exceptional performances of Jean Dujardin and Bérénice Bejo and the way director Michel Hazanavicius uses old technology and new to playfully interact with an audience who most likely have never viewed a silent film before. The technical team of the film, particularly those working in the sound, cinematography, and especially the music department, deserve standing ovations for their brilliant contributions to the film. However, many viewers will most remember Uggie, a Jack Russell terrier who delivers a more realistically human performance than most actors working today, as Valentin’s pet, regular sidekick, and friend. The Artist is a wonderfully international creation combining its own individual artists from France, England and the United States, and it’s also the most sincere love letter to classic Hollywood and the golden era of cinema that is, sadly, mostly forgotten by today’s filmgoers.
Shoap Announces Final Cast for Drama Club’s Gallathea by Lauren Kershner
The Drama Club held auditions for Gallathea, this year’s spring play. Gallathea tells the story of two young women sent into hiding by their fathers, where they discover life in the woods is more complicated than they thought. “It’s a challenging play, but one that has the potential to be very funny,” says play Director Richard Shoap. Shoap announced the cast list
to all of those that auditioned shortly before leaving for winter break. The 16 characters and who they are being played by are as follows: Gallathea, CJ Giacomini ‘12; Phillida, Alexis Foor ‘15; Tyterus, Greg Thorpe ‘15; Melebeus, Lauren Kershner ‘13; Hebe, Jenn Fisher; Ericthinus/Larissa, Selena Sunderland ‘12; Ramia (Nymph), Lindsey D’Alturi ‘15; Telusa
(Nymph), Ebby Boratenski ‘13; Eurota (Nymph), Sam Klopp ‘13; the Augur, Ji Yoon Shin ‘13; Neptune, Carol Zehosky; Venus, Amanda Kenney ‘14; Cupid, Chloe Fisher; and Diana, Kelly Flavin ‘12. “The show’s going to be really great and everyone should come out and see it!” says Giacomini. The drama club performs on Fri, Apr. 13 and Sat, Apr. 14.
Best Films of 2011 by Jonathan Clark
1) The Tree of Life Starring: Brad Pitt & Jessica Chastain Director: Terrence Malick 2) The Artist Starring: Jean Dujardin & Bérénice Bejo Director: Michel Hazanavicius 3) A Separation Starring: Peyman Maadi & Leila Hatami Director: Asghar Farhadi 4) Moneyball Starring: Brad Pitt & Jonah Hill Director: Bennett Miller 5) Meek’s Cutoff Starring: Michelle Williams & Bruce Greenwood Director: Kelly Reichardt 6) Super 8 Starring: Joel Courtney & Kyle Chandler Director: J.J. Abrams 7) The Descendants Starring: George Clooney & Shailene Woodley Director: Alexander Payne 8) The Devil’s Double Starring: Dominic Cooper & Ludivine Sagnier Director: Lee Tamahori 9) Melancholia Starring: Kirsten Dunst & Charlotte Gainsbourg Director: Lars von Trier 10) Midnight in Paris Starring: Owen Wilson & Marion Cotillard Director: Woody Allen
Join President Mistick at the All-College Forum Tues., March 6, 11:00am– 12:00pm Harry R. Brooks Complex Auditorium Light refreshments will be served. 9
About Campus
Sound Off! Wilson
Briana Doscher ‘12
“The college didn’t do a good job of informing us. In the morning, I was confused about whether classes were delayed or cancelled.”
How did the snow delay on the first day of college affect you?
Cortney Roper ‘14
“It didn’t really affect me because I didn’t have a class till 10:00am. But I would never miss a class, because I am so dedicated to my studies.”
Anna Lynch ‘15
“The website said that the classes were delayed. I went to a class at 9:00am because I had an 8:00am class, but there were no classes.”
Ashlyn Tiedemann ‘14
“I had a 9:00am class, and the website said that classes were delayed two hours instead of cancelled. It was all very confusing.”
Will Campus Turn Tobacco Free? byWhere is the School Spirit? Ji yoon Shin by April C. Davila What began as an unfinished project under former President Lorna Edmundson, could become reality in the coming weeks. The college is aiming for a smoke-free campus. “Having a smoke-free campus will make us healthier. It definitely incorporates our sustainability program,” says Vice President for Student Development, Carolyn Perkins. “The fact that we’re into safe sustainability programs means that we should practice safe environmental cautions. The college asked students, faculty, and staff to fill out a questionnaire during the 2012 J-term semester concerning campus smoking. The results will determine the Wellness Committee’s proposal for the next steps. Perkins says, “We’re taking the proposal to Cabinet on Wednesday. We should know more in the coming weeks.” Once these results surface, another meeting is held in determining the next steps. The coordinator conducting the surveys, Asst. Dean for Institutional Research, Elizabeth Anderson, accumulated the data. Sarah Thor ‘12, a 3-a-day cigarette smoker, says, “Our rights are being taken away. An enforcement of a cleaner campus puts everyone on edge. It takes five minutes for a smoke break to relieve my stress. Insurance on campus may
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go down, but I feel like this will inhibit us from our rights. I follow all the smoking rules. I move furthest away when possible. It is ludicrous to think everyone will do so.” “Smoking is hazardous to our health. I’ve walked through the Lenfest area and was engulfed in smoke,” says Yolanda Cabrera ‘13 . “I am an ex-smoker. There are times when someone comes into the library and it is very potent. I quit for a reason,” says Kim Slaughter ‘13. “We’re not telling everyone to quit smoking. We are seeking a solution to reduce the objections of those that do not smoke. In the meantime there are a number of ways to lower stress. There is taking a walk with your friends, or the weekly Wellness group meetings people can attend.” says Nurse Ellen Stonesifer .
A smoke-free campus may become reality Photo by April C. Davila
Students in super hero costumes appeared on campus: pillow cases pinned to their backs as makeshift capes, gymnastics leotards, spandex and superman T-shirts. This year, for the first time, the school had a Spirit Week which lasted from Jan. 30 – Feb. 05. “In the fall semester, we have Sarah Wilson Week, however, in the spring semester, we don’t have anything. So the Resident Assistants (RAs) decided to have spirit week to help others get involved and have fun,” said Stephanie Greaney ‘12, who was in charge of Spirit Week. She expected that if people noticed others participating, people would like to join the fun the next day. She wanted to get students involved and have a chain reaction encouraging others to join. However, many students did not participate. “I think only a few people participated in it, probably because they were so busy with classes,” says Renee Angely ‘12. Other private women’s colleges, such as Cedar Crest College, located in Allentown, Pa. have Spirit Week and Days which include bowling, road trips, luncheons with the president and Trivial Pursuit contests. It is not individually oriented, but it is about having fun together, unlike Wilson’s spirit week. RAs made programs with twin day on Monday, superhero day on Tues-
day, crazy hair day on Wednesday, sports day on Thursday, odd and even day on Friday, white out day on Saturday and blue out day on Sunday. Students who participated had fun, but most did not participate every day of the event. “I participated in Spirit Week except for two days. I did it in high school and had fun, so my roommates and I thought it would be fun to do it again. However, I had a lot of things to do. That’s why on some days I could not focus on my hair and clothes,” says Caitlin Wood ‘15. Rachael Clawson ‘13, who did not participate, said, “It was a good bonding experience. However, it can be a challenge to find the clothes. So, instead of just dressing up, having activities with other people would be better. I mean, it was self-involved, but I suggest doing it with other people.” Amanda Clark ‘14, a commuter, said “I did not participate in it because I was not aware of it until I came to school. Whenever I got dressed in the morning, I forgot it.” She added that if the school sends out flyers or reminders, it would help more students want to participate. “Students would be familiar with spirit week because most public school systems in the U.S have it during their school homecoming week.” said Director of Residence Life Sherri Sadowski.
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Weekly Events Mondays
Monday Morning Prayer 8:00am Prayer Chapel
Calendar & Announcements Tuesdays
College Choir 11:00am-12:15pm Lortz 210 FREE
Wednesdays
Wednesday Worship 12:00-12:30pm Alumnae Chapel
Grief Support Group French Table 11:00am-12:00pm 12:00pm Wellness Center Jensen Dining Hall For info: nitarah.sa- FREE tyamurthy@wilson.edu; counselingintern@ Freedom from wilson.edu Smoking Program 6:30-8:00pm Spanish Table Coyle Free Library 5:00pm FREE Jensen Dining Hall (Mar. 27-May 15) FREE Fiber Fellowship Ballet Class 8:00-10:00pm 6:30-7:45pm Lenfest Commons Appenzellar Dance FREE Studio FREE (Through Apr. 30)
Sat, Feb. 25
F.R.E.S.H. (Finding Responsible Eating Strategies for Health) 1:30-5:00pm Library/Sarah's Coffeehouse
Want to get more involved? Internships are available! Orientation and Marketing Leadership Development Programming and Marketing
Sun, Feb. 26
“A Murder Among Mateys” Dinner 7:00pm Jensen Dining Hall FREE
Shuttle Services Friday Evenings Shuttle services begin at 5:15pm Van leaves from behind Sarah’s Coffeehouse approximately every hour
Guide to Federal Employment; Guest Speaker Susan Zehner 12:00pm Lenfest Commons 106 FREE
Baltimore Mandolin Orchestra Sat, March 31 7:30pm Laird Hall FREE
Enjoy beautiful, classical music right on campus!
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FUSE Christian Fellowship 8:00-11:00pm Shippensburg University FREE
Survivors of Sexual Abuse Support Group 12:00-1:00pm Prayer Chapel FREE
Spanish Table 12:00pm Jensen Dining Hall FREE
Tues, March 27
Weds, March 28
Environmental Sciences Career Day 12:00-2:00pm SC TBD FREE
Weds, Feb. 29
“Nineteenth-Century Black Women: Work, Freedom and Philanthropy” 12:00pm Sarah’s Coffeehouse World Travel-“The Silk (library section) Light refreshments will Road” Dinner 6:00pm, Laird be served For info: Hall Film 7:00pm, Alumnae (717) 262-2003 Chapel For info: (717) 2622003
Sat, March 10
Spring Break 10:00am Residence Halls Close For info: reslife@ wilson.edu
VMT Career Day 12:00-2:00pm SC TBD
Etiquette Dinner 5:00-7:00pm Jensen Dining Hall For requirements: jay. pfeiffer@wilson.edu
Hagerstown Outlets Shopping 12:00-5:00pm Sign up in Lorie Helman’s office
Mon: 9:00-10:00am, 11:00am-10:00pm Tues: 10:00am-1:00pm, 2:00-10:00pm Weds: 11:00am-10:00pm Thurs: 9:00am-1:00pm, 2:00-6:00pm, 8:00-10:00pm Fri: 10:00am-6:00pm
FREE
Tues, Feb. 28
Saturdays
Fitness Center Hours
Spanish Film 9:15pm Allen Auditorium (WAR)
Career Center Workshop: Interviewing Skills 12:00pm Lenfest Commons 106
Weds, March 7
Career Center Workshop: Resume Boot Camp 12:00pm Lenfest Commons 106 FREE
Human Services Career Day 4:00-6:00pm SC TBD FREE
Fridays
College Choir 11:00am-12:15pm Lortz 210 FREE
Applications available Feb. 20 - Mar. 9 in Lorie Helman’s Office!
FREE
Tues, March 6
Thursdays
Thurs, March 22
“Anatomy of Hate” 6:00pm Science Center Auditorium For info: reslife@ wilson.edu
Fri, March 30
Thurs, March 1 Oxfam Hunger Banquet 5:00-6:30pm Laird Hall For info: reslife@ wilson.edu FREE
Sat, March 3
Muhibbah Dinner 6:00pm Jensen Dining Hall For info: (717) 262-2762; paul.miller@wilson.edu Students must sign up Feb. 27-Mar. 2 FREE
Phoenix Softball!
Home games: Thurs, March 8; 3:30-6:30pm Weds, March 21; 3:00-6:00pm
Fri, March 23
Residence Hall Deadline: ADA and Squatting requests due for fall room selection For info: reslife@ wilson.edu
Mon, March 26
Career Center Workshop: Career On Demand 10:00am-4:00pm Lenfest Commons 106 FREE
Internship and Career Due today: Fair Donations to “Dresses 2:00-4:00pm for a Cure” Jensen Dining Hall FREE
Ink Yourself With Henna! Thurs, Feb. 23 11:15am-12:45pm 4:45-6:00pm Lenfest Lobby Only $2.00 per hand!
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