Professor Michael Birkner Holds Lecture for Gettysburg College Founder Samuel Simon Schmucker
By Brandon Fey, Assistant News Editor In celebration of the 225th birthday of Gettysburg College founder Samuel Simon Schmucker, Gettysburg College hosted a celebratory day of programming in the Mara Auditorium of Masters Hall on Saturday. Students, along with members of the local Lutheran community, were in attendance to learn about Schmuker’s unique and impactful legacy. Gettysburg College History Professor Dr. Michael Birkner gave...
Hillel House Holds “Let’s Talk: Chabad”
By Katie Lauriello, Lead Copy Editor On Thursday, Hillel House presented Rabbi Nissin Pewzner from Chabad of West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA to speak about Chabad style Judaism. The event was held in the College Union Building Room 260, and pizza was offered for any attendants. Pewzner explained that everything is viewed from the perspective of oneness in Chabad. There is no split between good and bad, and instead, everything is...
Philosophy Department Holds 20th Annual Mahan Lecture: “Where is Africa? What is it?”
By Hugh Toner, Contributing Writer On Thursday, the Philosophy Department held the 20th Frederick and Martha Mahan Lecture Series. The lecture, titled “Where is Africa? What is it?” featured guest lecturer Professor Mogobe Ramose from the Sefako Makgatho University in South Africa, and Ramose discussed the necessity for mutual respect pertaining to racial and cultural differences. Chair of the Philosophy Department Gary Mullen...
Manzanar: Eisenhower Institute Lunch and Learn Panel Discussion
By Chloe Kieper, Contributing Writer The Eisenhower Institute cohosted a Lunch and Learn Panel on the Manzanar War Relocation Center with the Schmucker Art Gallery on Wed. The panel was headed by Professor of Asian Studies Yoko Nishimura and Professor of Political Science Alauna Safarpour. The panel covered the history behind Schmucker Art Gallery’s first art exhibition of 2024 titled “Ansel Adams: Manzanar,” which was curated by Emma...
Campus Safety Crime Log: Feb. 12 – Feb. 18, 2024
Compiled by Alexis Doyle, Staff Writer Monday, Feb. 12 Vandalism: Patrick Hall; Closed (Referred to SRR) Retail Theft: Jaeger Center – The Dive; Closed (Referred to SRR) Tuesday, Feb. 13 Terroristic Threats: Apple Hall; Open Wednesday, Feb. 14 Possession of Marijuana (Small Amount), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia: Patrick Hall; Closed (Referred to SRR) Clery Act Drug Law Violation Referrals: 1 Thursday, Feb. 15 Theft and...
Student Senate 2/19: Update on Stolen Packages and Senate Discusses Future
By Ella Prieto, Managing Editor Officer Reports President Andrew Lemon ’24 had no reports, simply wishing everyone a great week. Vice President Geoffrey Meadville ’25 reminded senators to email both him and Secretary Grace Nelson ’26 if they have to miss a meeting. If they fail to do so, it counts as an unexcused absence which senators only have three of before there are consequences. Treasurer Alfredo Roman Jordan ’26 shared a...
