Summer Changes to Musselman Library
By Sophie Lange, Managing Editor Over the summer, the Musselman Library made several changes. This included merging departments, combining the Checkout and Research Help Desks, relocating the Writing Center, and creating a study space that students can reserve. Due to staffing changes and a desire to unite employees who provided related services, the library staff decided last spring to combine the two public services departments,...
Faculty Spotlight: Professor Lacayo on Literature, Cinema, and the Spanish Language in an Interdisciplinary Education
By Sophie Lange, Managing Editor Assistant Professor and Mellon Faculty Fellow of Spanish & Latin American Studies Aarón Lacayo graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from New York University with a double major in Spanish and History before continuing his education at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, where he received his Master’s and PhD in Spanish/Latin American Literature & Culture. During his PhD program, he also earned a...
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...
