President Porterfield named new head of Aspen Institute
By Katie Coble || News Editor Franklin & Marshall College president Dan Porterfield has announced his departure from the College this morning to take on a position as head…
Q&A with the Title IX Coordinator; November 13, 2017
Q. How can we make people better aware of the sexual misconduct process. A. This is a frequently asked question. There are a multitude of efforts by students and…
Contributing writer discusses issues associated with celebrating Christmas early
By Amanda Semerjian || Contributing Writer Every year, Christmas seems to start earlier and earlier. It’s as though before Halloween is even over, I walk into the grocery store and…
Sexual Assault and Violence Elimination executive board writes letter to administration discussing new, harmful third-party security
An Open Letter to the Franklin and Marshall College Administration was written by the entirety of The Sexual Assault and Violence Elimination Executive Board.If you have any specific questions or…
Crime Watch: November 13, 2017
Friday, Nov. 3, 12:07am – The Department of Public Safety (DPS) performed a medical assist on an intoxicated underage student at College Hill. Friday, Nov. 3, 1:59am – DPS responded…
Catalan leaders face charges in Spain; Puigdemont turns himself in
By Ruby Van Dyk || Staff Writer About 2 weeks ago, Catalonia, formerly a region of Spain, declared independence from the country of Spain. The declaration came after a highly…
Eight killed, 12 injured after truck drives down bike path in Manhattan
By Alexandra D’Angelo || Staff Writer On October 31, 2017, Manhattan experienced an act of terror that many will never forget. Eight people were killed and twelve more were injured…
Editor reflects on the thrill, joy of winning a Conference Championship
By Gabby Goodwin || Sports Editor With Centennial Conference wins in Softball, Men’s Lacrosse, Women’s Lacrosse, Spring Track and Field, Men’s Soccer, Field Hockey, and Football, 2017 has truly been…
Diplomats dominate Centennial Conference, win championships
By Anna Goorevich || Layout Assistant Last weekend was a memorable one for the Diplomats as both Men’s Soccer and Women’s Field Hockey snagged Centennial Conference (CC) Championships in Baltimore…
Gunman kills 20, injures 26 in the rural Texas town of Sutherland Springs
By Katherine Coble || News Editor The rural town of Sutherland Springs, Texas – population 600 – was devastated on November 5 after a gunman entered the First Baptist Church…
Lori Marino provides perspectives on whale sanctuaries at Common Hour
By Christa Rodriguez || Campus Life Editor This week’s Common Hour presentation was given by Dr. Lori Marino, President of The Whale Sanctuary Project. Her talk, titled “Captive Whales and…
Onion Dip: Rates of Addiction Skyrocket in German Shepherds Following ‘Drug Detection Dog’ Training
By KT Thomas || Satirical Columnist We often consider the effects drugs have on mankind, but what happens when mankind’s best friend gets hooked? For years, Detection Dogs, otherwise known…
Fascination with celebrity couples stems from society’s need for escape
By Samantha Milowitz || Staff Writer On November 2nd, pictures flooded the internet when paparazzi caught pop superstars, Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber, riding bikes down the street together. The…
Author Spotlight: Junot Diaz, a writer of the immigrant lifestyle
By Jesika Islam || Arts and Leisure Editor Junot Diaz is a genius. There is no argument there, he is the recipient of the MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship, PEN/ Malamud Award,…
Onion Dip: Senior forgoes buying textbooks and puts saved money towards rehab he’ll eventually need postgrad
By Kt Thomas || Satirical Columnist If you’re wondering why every Brother of Chi Chi Chi fraternity’s back problems have disappeared, it’s because Senior Brother Bradley Herwood has started a…