Red v. Blue: ISIS
A new weekly column in which Gettysburg’s College Republicans and College Democrats will engage in debate about issues in the news. By Conor Brooks, President and Izzie Gibson Penrose, Vice President, Gettysburg College Democrats We should start by acknowledging that the previous article was written before significant developments in the Obama administration’s ISIS strategy were revealed. On September 10th President Obama addressed...
Artist Els Geelen brings her newest exhibit to campus
By Daniella Snyder, Contributing Writer Science, fantasy, and art these three concepts molded together adeptly describe the art currently hanging in Schmucker Art Gallery. Els Geelen, Dutch-born artist, has brought her exhibit “Roots” to Gettysburg College until October 15. Inspired by the “circle of life”, Geelen utilized graphite, ink, watercolor, oil, sculptures, and actual sketchbooks to vitalize her artwork. When one steps in the...
Poli-Sci department hosts noted political cartoonist
By Brendan Raleigh, News Editor Noted political cartoonist and alumnus of the Gettysburg College class of 1988 Christopher Weyant will be returning to his alma mater for a book signing and a talk on Thursday, Sept. 18. The events are being sponsored by the Gettysburg College Political Science Department. Weyant’s book signing will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Gettysburg’s Growing Place, 142 Constitution Avenue. A talk with...
String of sexual assaults committed across campus
By Annika Jensen, Contributing Writer A suspect accused of at least four cases of sexual assault against Gettysburg College students is being held in custody as of Thursday, Sept. 11, according to Executive Director of the Department of Public Safety (DPS) Bill Lafferty. An investigation is being conducted by the Gettysburg Borough Police and the Department of Public Safety concerning the assault incidents. The alleged perpetrator is...
Women’s volleyball split in Hampton Inn Crusader Classic
By Peter Hailey, Staff Writer After splitting their four games in the Hampton Inn Crusader Classic, with wins over Misericordia and conference opponent Dickinson and losses to Saint Vincent and Susquehanna, the Gettysburg women’s volleyball team now stands at an impressive 6-3 record overall. Seems like a pretty good start to the season, right? Well, while most teams would be content with how things have gone so far, it is clear that...
