A Tampa mother is defending her decision to stick her teenage son on a street corner with a sign that says, among other things, “GPA 1.22 … honk if I need education.” The mother says she and her husband have tried multiple other methods to …
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I-Seminars รณ window into future academic achievements
by Kipaya Kapiga, Web Editor The Center for Diversity and Global Engagement has recently launched I-Seminar, a new venture to promote interdisciplinary exploration at the College. Each seminar event is structured around presentations of ongoing Independent Study work by current seniors. The presentations are followed …
Obama administration releases 2012 budget
President Barack Obama released the fiscal 2012 budget blueprint last week. The White House claims the budget includes one-third tax increases, two-thirds spending freezes and cuts to reduce $1 trillion in deficit over a decade. The new budget proposal predicts economic growth, plans to fix …
Study claims loneliness affects exercise
by Kris Fronzak, News Editor There has been much scrutiny recently regarding the correlation between human physical fitness and one’s social life. According to a study done with rats, the body’s capability to exercise may increase neurologically when the person is surrounded by others or …
Dalai Lama’s Nephew Hit by Car, Killed in Florida Walk
The Dalai Lama’s nephew was killed by an SUV last week while on the first leg of a 300-mile march in Florida for Tibetan independence from China. Jigme K. Norbu, 45, was walking along the white line of the highway when he was hit. The …
Gala Will Be Winter Wonderland
This Saturday, The College of Wooster will hold its annual Gala celebration. Called “Winter Galand,” the Lowry Ballroom will be transformed into a winter wonderland for a night of dancing and fun. The winter theme is unique to this year’s celebration, and will be supplemented …