Classical studies: A vital field Dan Axmacher A couple of weeks ago, Rush Limbaugh railed against classical studies on his talk show. When I read the transcript, I was livid. As a classical studies major, I am used to taking some flak for choosing to …
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The Viewpoints page features the opinions of the campus community. Viewpoints articles should be 350-700 words and be about any opinion, funny or serious, about campus or the world around us. Letters to the Editor, which also are on our page, should be no more than 150 words, usually responding to articles either in Viewpoints or elsewhere in the paper.
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Continuing discussion of intolerance
Continuing discussion of intolerance Yuing Zhao Editor’s note: This article, continuing on a piece published initially on Oct. 7, is in response to the piece “Rethink Campus Tolerance” on Sept. 16. The college has put in an enormous effort to promote diversity. As an international …
Fla. town shocked as Lego man washes ashore
On the lighter side… The peaceful seaside community of Sarasota, Fla. was rocked recently by an aquatic invasion. The sole member of the landing party answered questions only by a mute, unwavering gaze, and a message emblazoned on his shirt: “NO REAL THAN YOU ARE.” Of course, bystanders and …
Sex scandal threatens to engulf Penn State
Ramsey Kincannon News Editor In what some have deemed the biggest scandal in modern sports, Penn State University has had to address the hidden pedophilic sexual abuse of Jerry Sandusky. Sandusky, a former defensive coordinator of revered coach Joe Paterno, has been accused of molesting …
Nell Irvin Painter wraps up fall forum
Will Schoenfeld Staff Writer This Tuesday, Wooster enjoyed a visit from noted historian and author Nell Irvin Painter. Dr. Painter presented a lecture on the origins of American identity, closing what has proven to be a very enlightening and informative Forum series. Nell Irvin Painter …
European financial crisis looms over US markets
John McGovern Viewpoints Editor The Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi announced his decision to step down as the Head of Government. The act is pending approval of financial legislation to stabilize the economy, after failing to accrue a majority of votes in a recent vote …