GLC Offers Fall Leadership Programs
By Ella Prieto, Editor-in-Chief The Garthwait Leadership Center (GLC) released its application for three unique leadership programs advertised for first and second-year students, all offered at no cost. The Leadership Certificate (LC), Group Facilitation Fellowship (GFF) and Outdoor Leadership Program (OLP) help students explore their strengths and practice skills for being an effective leader. The application deadline is this...
Three Gettysburgians Awarded 2025 Fulbright Grants
By Brandon Fey, News Editor Three recent Gettysburg College graduates have been awarded prestigious 2025 Fulbright grants from the Fulbright Program, administered by the United States Department of State, that will support their research and teaching experiences abroad. These honorees include Joe Accetta ’20, Gracie Meisner ’25, and Emily Suter ’25. Founded in 1946 after having been introduced by Senator J. William Fulbright of...
New Student Exhibits Open in Schmucker Art Gallery
By William Oehler, Director of Photography & Staff Writer On Wednesday, Sept 3rd, two new student-curated exhibitions opened to the public in Schmucker Art Gallery. The gallery hosted a public opening that included student-curator remarks, as well as a special presentation from one of the featured artists, Dr. Gan Yu. Director of Schmucker Art Gallery Sarah Kate Gillespie opened the evening with acknowledgements to the students:...
Campus Safety Crime Log: Aug. 25 – 31, 2025
Compiled by Alexis Doyle, Staff Writer Monday, Aug. 25 Possession of Marijuana (small amount): Colonial Hall; Closed (Referred to SRR) Clery Act Drug Law Violation Referrals: 1 Tuesday, Aug. 26 No Crimes Reported Wednesday, Aug. 27 No Crimes Reported Thursday, Aug. 28 No Crimes Reported Friday, Aug. 29 No Crimes Reported Saturday, Aug. 30 Underage Drinking: Paul Hall; Closed (Referred to SRR) Clery Act Liquor Law Violation Referrals:...
Professor Michael Birkner’s Remarks from the Class of 2029’s First Year Walk
During the Class of 2029’s First Year Walk on Aug. 21, Professor of History Michael Birkner ’72 addressed the students as the keynote speaker. Below are his remarks from the event, unedited by The Gettysburgian staff. President Iuliano, colleagues on this platform, and members of the Class of 2029: it is a privilege to be with you today as we continue to observe one of Gettysburg College’s most meaningful traditions. As I...
8/28 Faculty Meeting: Start of a New Academic Year with Changes in Faculty
By Ella Prieto, Editor-in-Chief On Thursday, faculty and administrators met in Mara Auditorium for the first faculty meeting of the year. The meeting addressed changes at the College, financial and political constraints and recognition of faculty excellence. President Bob Iuliano first addressed the audience, reflecting on the College’s previous year. “From new majors to Residence Hall renovation to renewed focus on the overall...
