Faculty Meeting News and Notes: Nov. 3, 2022
By Katie Oglesby, Editor-in-Chief President Bob Iuliano began Thursday’s Faculty Meeting with a brief discussion of the Supreme Court hearing two cases on race-conscious admissions. “A diverse student body is so essential to what we do,” Iuliano said. “The commitment we make to student body diversity is foundational and enduring.” He said the Supreme Court cannot dictate what the College’s mission is and that regardless of the...
Campus Poll Examines Student Perspectives on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
By Katie Oglesby, Editor-in-Chief, and Alli Dayton, Managing/News Editor A recent campus-wide survey by The Gettysburgian evaluated how student perspectives on diversity, equity, and inclusion differed. The survey was sent to several student organizations, including organizations that represent the identities of historically underrepresented communities. 306 students completed the survey, with 219 students identifying as white and 87...
Vehicle Accident Occurs in Quarry Pond
By Katie Oglesby, Editor-in-Chief Around 7:30 p.m. Thursday evening, a car accident occurred in Quarry Pond, according to an email from Campus Safety. Onlookers could see multiple police cars, an ambulance, and Campus Safety present at the scene, as well as a vehicle being pulled out of the water. According to the campus-wide email, Campus Safety officers found the vehicle and requested help from Gettysburg Police and Fire and Adams...
Student Senate Oct. 31: Senate Approves Two Budget Requests and Discusses Attendance Policy for Committees
By Katie Oglesby, Editor-in-Chief Monday’s Senate Meeting included a discussion of attendance at committee meetings and two budget requests. Officer Reports President Miranda Zamora ’23 reminded students that during discussions everyone on the executive board needs to be respectful of each other. Vice President Geoffrey Meadville ’25 said Social Affinity Group Leader is still an open position that members of designated social clubs...
Faculty Meeting News and Notes: Oct. 20, 2022
By Katie Oglesby, Editor-in-Chief Thursday’s faculty meeting consisted of President Bob Iuliano’s initial remarks and a continued conversation about the proposed changes to the Gettysburg Curriculum. Iuliano began the meeting following up on the announcement of Dr. Jamila Bookwala from Lafayette College as the new provost for Gettysburg College. She will begin work in July 2023. Iuliano praised her passion and ability as a...
