Faculty Meeting 10/9: Study Abroad, VP of Admissions, Changes to the Suspension Period, and Discussion on Shortening the Drop-Add Period
By Sophie Lange, Managing Editor President Bob Iuliano opened Thursday’s faculty meeting by summarizing the town hall meeting, held twice a year, that occurred on Wednesday. In the fall meeting, they typically discuss the key objectives for the upcoming year. “One is executing on the existing priorities,” Iuliano said. “We did an awful lot last year, from the new majors to the residence halls to so much more. We want to make sure...
Provost Announces Postgraduate Partnership with Lancaster University
By Sophie Lange, Managing Editor Provost Bookwala announced that the College has established an international postgraduate program with Lancaster University. This is the first of its kind at Gettysburg. According to the email, Lancaster University is “a top 10 university in the United Kingdom, widely recognized by leading employers around the world.” Gettysburg graduates who meet the GPA requirements will be eligible for guaranteed...
Faculty Meeting 9/11: Center for Student Success, Gettysburg in England, and a Discussion on Changes to the Suspension Period
By Sophie Lange, Managing Editor President Bob Iuliano opened Thursday’s faculty meeting by acknowledging the 24th anniversary of 9/11, reflecting on the personal impact of the events on many of the individuals sitting in the room. He then discussed the recent shooting at Utah Valley University, highlighting the importance of unity and non-violence in a polarized nation. In light of these events, he called for a greater commitment to...
Eisenhower Institute Holds 4th Annual Democracy Week
By Sophie Lange, Managing Editor The Eisenhower Institute (EI) is hosting its 4th annual Democracy Week at Gettysburg College, taking place from Sept. 15 to 19. With this year’s theme, “Building Our CommUNITY,” the five events scheduled throughout the week aim to encourage local civic engagement and participation. The schedule for the week is as follows: Monday, Sept. 15, 4-6 PM: “Democracy in Action” will be held in Plank Gym,...
Faculty Spotlight: Professor Pede on Teaching What Textbooks Can’t
This article originally appeared on pages 18 and 19 of the No. 6 April 2025 edition of The Gettysburgian magazine By Sophie Lange, Features Editor & Social Media Manager In his undergraduate years, adjunct professor of public policy Charles Pede attended three colleges: Millersville State College, George Mason University and the University of Virginia. He had an ROTC scholarship and studied anthropology before going to law school,...
