Gettysburgian editors Ben Pontz and Gauri Mangala discuss the news and other items of interest on the Gettysburg College campus and interview campus newsmakers on the new On Target podcast produced in association with WZBT.
Kate Michelman Discusses Women’s Reproductive Rights in the Era of President Trump
By Mary Frasier, Contributing Writer “Make your voices heard.” This was the advice that Kate Michelman gave to her audience at the Gettysburg College Democrats meeting last Wednesday. Over 50 people were in attendance to hear the former president of NARAL Pro Choice America (1985-2004) speak. Her other accomplishments include testifying against Clarence Thomas and […]
Women’s Center: Writer recounts the 13th annual Vagina Monologues performance
By Kara VanBlagren, Women’s Center Correspondent On Feb. 20 and 21, the Women’s Center presented The Vagina Monologues (TVM) for the 13th time in Gettysburg College history. Known as being both hilarious and tragic at times, the show addresses many of the shared experiences of women today. Written by Eve Ensler in 1996, TVM comprises […]
Commencement weekend to feature decorated military alumna speaker
By Bethany Foxx, Staff Writer Given the opportunity, most Gettysburg College alums jump at the opportunity to come back to campus. Some return to see friends and former classmates, while others find themselves drawn to their old stomping grounds. Flora Darpino, a member of the class of 1983, will return to her alma mater […]
Senior AnnaMarie Houlis creates Her Report news site
By Julia Rentsch, Staff Writer The world is full of stories, and AnnaMarie Houlis, a passionate budding journalist, is out to tell them. Dedicated to giving a voice to the voiceless, to championing gender equality in the media and to producing quality journalism, Houlis is well on her way to increasing awareness for the problems […]
An open-letter to employers who promote acceptance — Out, Proud, and Queer
By Anonymous October, in addition to being Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Hispanic Heritage Month, is also Queer History Month. Throughout the past, queer individuals, especially teachers and childcare providers, have been forced to tread a fine line, oftentimes not able to come out of the closet due to issues with job security. The last […]
