Senior Perspectives: Reflections on the Gettysburg Community
Compiled by Vince DiFonzo, Opinions Editor and Lead Copy Editor Drew Lemon ’24 During my time at Gettysburg, I have found that the most important aspect of our college is the empowering relationships that are offered through the members of our community. When I began my first year at Gettysburg back in 2020, our class was beginning the start of our college experience during a very turbulent time. Nonetheless, I was struck to see...
New Social Spaces Emerge at Gettysburg College
By Ella Prieto, Managing and News Editor The Office of Student Activities and Greek Life (OSAGL) is working to unveil new spaces for students to socialize and convene for the 2023-2024 school year. The new spaces include new activities in the Attic and plans to reformat Plank Basement, which is home to several clubs and organizations. These spaces are the result of hard work and careful planning by OSAGL, College Life and other...
A Note from the Editor: On Unique Experiences
My time at The Gettysburgian began in August of 2021, just a few weeks before I was due to arrive on campus for my first year. I began in the Class of 2025 and then managed to set myself on a path to graduate a year early. Now I am graduating with the Class of 2024, and I only have two semesters left at Gettysburg. During that summer of 2021, I had reached out to the Editor-in-Chief and expressed interest in writing for the school...
The Crossword Answers, April 2023 Issue
Made by Ella Prieto, Assistant News Editor This crossword originally appeared on page 23 of the April 2023 edition of The Gettysburgian’s...
The Crossword, April 2023 Issue
Made by Ella Prieto, Assistant News Editor This crossword originally appeared on page 23 of the April 2023 edition of The Gettysburgian’s magazine. Across 1- Instagram friend 8 – Baby cat 13 – Keeps you cool 14 – Suffix for an expert in an academic branch of learning 17 – Aussie friend 18 – “Midnights” singer 20 – Gettysburg department that focuses on climate change (abbr.) 21 –...
The Legacy of “1000 to 1: The Cory Weissman Story”
By Jack Herr, Sports Editor Showcasing one of the more inspiring stories to come out of Gettysburg outside of the Civil War battle itself, “1000 to 1: The Cory Weissman Story” represents Gettysburg athletics at its best. As Cory Weissman ’12 put it, the film’s timeless message of “overcoming adversity, never giving up, and keeping a positive attitude” is one that has resonated with audiences across the country. It all started on March...
