President Obama’s failure on Syria missle strikes
By Julian Weiss, Contributing Writer The disarmament of Syria’s Chemical Weapons program is one of the few good things which have come from the now three year old Syrian Civil War. The program was disabled after chemical attacks in Ghouta (near Damascus) by the Assad regime led the Obama administration to an- nounce its entrance into the war with an illegal missile strike. Before the attack commenced, a welcome surprise of diplomatic...
Students gain insight studying U.S.-Mexico border on immersion trip
By Marianelly Rios, Staff Writer Seven Gettysburg College students kicked off their spring semester by traveling to El Paso, Texas and Las Cruces, New Mexico to learn about immigration issues near the U.S./Mexico Border. This immersion project was hosted by Casa de la Cultura through the Center for Public Service on campus. Casa de la Cultura is a Gettysburg-based organization that provides local Latino immigrants with learning...
Oscar Nominated film “Gravity” gets a critic’s second look
By Pam Giangreco, Staff Writer Outer space, in its own vastness, is able to inspire awe while inducing a sense of helplessness. Alfonso Cuaron’s “Gravity” accentuates this contradiction by captivating the audience with visual marvels, but shatters any sense of safety in the ever going expanse. On this backdrop we are given the story of two astronauts spinning through space, attacked by the very environment that left them vulnerable....
Beats Music offers more than premium headphones
By Morgan Patullo, Staff Writer Watch out Pandora , Spotify, iTunes Radio, and Songza, there is a new way to listen to music online. Beats Music, the latest addition to the online music streaming world, was recently developed by Jimmy Lovine, chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M, Dr. Dre, Beats Electronics President Luke Wood and Nine Inch Nai ls’ Trent Reznor and was launched on January 21. This streaming service is now...
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 in May for an exciting opportunity not every former Gettysburgian is offered. Lieutenant General Flora...
