A young Richardson in her Celtics garb. Audrey Richardson Contributing Writer It was my first day of college classes in Ohio. Our professor broke us into small groups for icebreakers. As we went around introducing ourselves, I casually mentioned, “I’m a Patriots fan.” And then, …
2024
Students, faculty protest Wooster’s alleged investments related to the Israel-Hamas war
Julia Garrison News Editor “Hey hey, ho ho, the war machine has got to go,” called out protester Leo Daoud ’26 into a megaphone while over 70 students, faculty and staff stood outside of Lowry Student Center on Friday, Oct. 25. Protestors lined the edges …
Students discuss divestment, accessibility, faculty retention, Allen Scholars at fall Missions and Outcomes
Helen Oriatti-Bruns Chief Copy Editor On Thursday, Oct. 24, Scot Council hosted its fall Missions and Outcomes meeting. The biannual event allows student speakers to voice concerns and opinions about the College to members of the board of trustees. The event opened with brief addresses …
A Scot’s guide to voting in person
Julia Garrison News Editor Election day is just a weekend away. Here’s what you need to know about voting in the 2024 presidential election. Early voting ends on Sunday, Nov. 3 at 5 p.m. Students and community members registered in Wayne County can visit the …
The marvelous life of professor Madonna Hettinger
Claire Allison McGuire Features Editor Madonna Hettinger, professor of history, has lived a truly amazing life: from meeting David Bowie when his son graduated from The College of Wooster (“everyone was just in awe, he was standing there with the parents,” said Hettinger), to the …
The UG celebrates its 50th anniversary at birthday bash
Bennett Snelsire Contributing Writer This past Saturday, Oct. 26, from 7 to 11 p.m., The Underground (UG) opened its doors to celebrate its 50th anniversary. The event welcomed all students and offered live music, cupcakes and drinks. Alcohol was available to those 21 years and …