Scratching the surface: Reflections from the town hall meeting
By Jenna Seyer, Staff Writer “A lot times Gettysburg misses the point,” said Jasmine Santana. The town hall meeting that took place January 21, one of the most powerful discussions I’ve ever attended, hopefully represents a major step forward in improving the racial climate at Gettysburg College. With nearly thirty students of color sharing their own experiences, stories and hardships, senior Ashley Fernandez first presented a...
Twilight Walk welcomes Class of 2019 along with winter storm
By Julia Sippel, Staff Writer Despite incoming winter storm Jonas, first year students crowded in the Ballroom Friday evening to celebrate the annual First Year Walk. As in previous years, blustery flakes added a certain festivity to the event’s already joyful atmosphere. Erica Boucher put it perfectly: “The campus is already beautiful, but seeing it at twilight as the snow was falling was absolutely amazing. It is definitely an event...
Project Gettysburg Leon makes a difference at annual auction
By Kayla Britt, News Editor On Saturday, Jan. 16 Project Gettysburg Leon hosted the annual Nicaragua Night Auction. The auction is the biggest event that PGL sponsors, followed by Salsa on the Square in the fall, and it draws a huge crowd of people from both the College and the surrounding town. The event spreads awareness for Project Gettysburg Leon and raises money to support Gettysburg’s partnership with Nicaragua. Project...
Town hall meeting encourages racial dialogue
By Kayla Britt, News Editor A town hall meeting was held on Thursday, Jan. 21 to discuss race and racism in the context of Gettysburg’s campus. The event was the culmination of hours of planning on the behalf of students and campus officials. President Janet Morgan Riggs introduced the meeting, stating that the event was planned by students. She emphasized respect and forgiveness as well as open dialogue and described individual...
BurgBurst offers a taste of international culture
By Kayla Britt, News Editor BurgBurst, a celebration of international cultures and foods sponsored by the International Club, took place on Nov. 4 in the College Union Building Ballroom. Attendees could buy “tickets” in the form of wristbands in various colors at CUB tables and register online for five dollars or pay ten dollars at the door. The proceeds were donated to a local non-profit organization. After an initial meeting with...
