Postcard from Abroad: Learning to Leave My Bubble in Berlin, Germany
By Vincent DiFonzo, Staff Writer BERLIN, GERMANY—Almost every time I ride on Berlin’s metro system, the U-Bahn, I am reminded of one of the many little quirks of living in Germany—the German stare. For whatever reason, the German people are known to stare right at you in public. It’s not considered weird or rude. Instead, I’ve learned that it’s considered a social norm here. The advice offered by the staff here at CIEE Berlin is to...
A Look into the Office of Sexual Respect and Title IX
By Sophie Lange, News Editor The Office of Sexual Respect and Title IX serves to cultivate a community of mutual sexual respect and healthy relationships at Gettysburg College where every individual feels a sense of security and is free from harassment. Title IX is a federal regulation that aims to prevent sex and gender-based discrimination in educational settings that receive funding from the government, and it applies to any...
Gettysburg College’s Orange and Blue Club
By Zion Williams, Staff Writer The Orange and Blue Club has played an important role in the expansion and prosperity of the Gettysburg Bullets by supporting student-athletes and providing the resources needed for success in their athletic and academic endeavors. “Our mission is to help provide the best student-athlete experience possible,” said Director of the Orange and Blue Club Nick Poehler. “We help budget advance new programs,...
“Being Alive”: A Senior Capstone by Libby Drew
By Ainsley Green, Staff Writer On Feb. 3, theatre arts and business, organization and management double major Libby Drew ’24 performed her senior capstone recital in Kline Theatre. The recital began at 7 p.m. and featured songs from a variety of different musicals that Drew explained encapsulated the theme of her performance: the joys and hardships that come with being alive. Drew was accompanied on all of her songs by Collaborative...
Opinion: Privatized Higher Education and Sustaining the Status Quo
By Terra Hobler, Opinions Editor As someone who grew up in an area with conservatives, I have often heard it said that college campuses across the country are riddled with “liberal indoctrination.” While I have always found this narrative slightly amusing, I could not help but simultaneously get annoyed by it. There is obvious irony in saying that higher education results in people becoming liberals, but as a student on Gettysburg...
The 96th Academy Awards: History in the Making
By Kenzie Smith, Arts & Entertainment Editor In the world of film, the Oscars are one of the highest honors. With the nominee announcement on Jan. 23, it was no surprise that blockbuster movies like “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” made the list. “Oppenheimer” was nominated for thirteen awards, while Barbie received eight nominations. Even with “Barbie” getting nominated for awards such as Best Motion Picture of the Year, Adapted...
