The Activist Newsletter
New College students protesting for Climate Action in Downtown, Sarasota.

The Activist Newsletter

Throughout this week (11/13-11/20), activists have the opportunity to participate in workshops, volunteer events and protests. Read on if you want to get involved in the community regarding sustainability, community organizing and national politics. Thursday, Nov. 14 Sustainable Communities Workshop @ 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Girl…

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New College commemorates fall of Berlin Wall
Students took turns striking the west side of the wall with a sledgehammers. Photo courtesy of Anna Lynn Winfrey

New College commemorates fall of Berlin Wall

All photos courtesy of Anna Lynn Winfrey Students took turns striking the west side of the wall with a sledgehammers.Some students got to take home souvenirs of the wall.Third-year Sarah Lane takes a wack at the already beat-up wall.Second-year Ginelle Swan takes a swing at…

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Progression of parental consent bill in Florida Legislature poses possible threat to youth reproductive rights
Students making signs before participating in the SLUT Walk.

Progression of parental consent bill in Florida Legislature poses possible threat to youth reproductive rights

On Tuesday, Oct. 22, the Florida House Health and Human Services Committee voted 12-6 in favor of advancing House Bill (HB) 265/Senate Bill (SB) 404, otherwise known as the Parental Notice of and Consent for Abortion Act, through a single-committee stop, effectively fast-tracking the bill…

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New group ISP demonstrate breadth of curriculum
Students participating in the January 2020 Coral Reef Ecology ISP disembarking off a boat in Panama. Photo courtesy of Dan Duprez.

New group ISP demonstrate breadth of curriculum

Photo courtesy of Dan Duprez Students participating in the Coral Reef Ecology ISP disembarking off a boat in Panama. Photo courtesy of Dan Duprez Students participating in the Coral Reef Ecology ISP were given the opportunity to try their hand at tree climbing. As we…

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Submission: What admins miss about building community
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Submission: What admins miss about building community

Submitted by Isaac Denner I recently stumbled upon a copy of SRQmag sitting in the Ringling museum’s art library. The cover was graced with the image of a fellow New College of Florida (NCF) student, second-year Emma Gonzalez. Curious if the magazine featured any commentary…

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Getting to know Metz employees

Metz Culinary Management (Metz) employees. Students see them everyday for breakfast, lunch and dinner, receive advice from them about their school lives and exchange pleasantries like it is nobody’s business. Yet, even with all the time spent together, many Metz employees have still retained their…

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Leaf & Lentil serves up soups, sandwiches and more

Leaf & Lentil offers a variety of gluten-free and vegan-friendly dishes. Omnivores, vegetarians and vegans can order a milieu of affordable leaves, lentils and other delicious fare at this neighborhood cafe that opened in May. Customers can also purchase an assortment of bougie craft drinks…

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