Womyn’s Circle cast at Chiki Hut

On Saturday, May 4, the witches of New College gathered at the Chiki Hut to cast a spiritual womyn’s circle to celebrate Beltane and the new moon in Taurus. Thesis student Becca Caccavo organized the ceremony, seeking participants through an open invitation sent to the…

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‘Booze Cruise’ spots filled
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‘Booze Cruise’ spots filled

As the academic year comes to a close, the Graduation Sunset Cruise, the beloved tradition of thesis students sailing off into the night on a charter boat, draws nearer. As plans for this celebration, dubbed ‘Booze Cruise,’ began in March, concerns were raised as to…

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Black Lives Matter rally at RCAD

photo courtesy of Shivani BathijaMembers of the Sarasota community listen to student speakers at the BLM rally. On the afternoon of Wednesday, May 1, community members gathered in Scott Plaza of Ringling College of Art and Design (RCAD) for a Black Lives Matter rally. Shivani…

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The Activist Newsletter (5/8 – 5/15)
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The Activist Newsletter (5/8 – 5/15)

Throughout this week (5/8 - 5/15), activists have the opportunity to participate in public meetings, art shows and activism. Read on if you want to get involved in the community regarding environmental protection, education reform and local politics. Wed., May 8, Compost-A-Thon 2019 @ 7…

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Progressive Sarasota officially endorses Bernie Sanders

photo courtesy of Wikimedia CommonsPresidential candidate and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders. Progressive Sarasota, a coalition of progressive Sarasotans, has officially announced their endorsement of Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders’ 2020 presidential campaign. The organization was founded in July 2015, growing out of the “Sarasota/Manatee for Bernie”…

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Joe Biden announces 2020 presidential campaign
photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Presidential candidate and former Delaware Senator Joe Biden.

Joe Biden announces 2020 presidential campaign

photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Presidential candidate and former Delaware Senator Joe Biden. On Thursday, Apr. 25, former Vice President Joe Biden announced in a video, titled “Joe Biden for President: American is an Idea,” that he is seeking the Democratic nomination for the 2020…

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Oil companies push for offshore drilling in Florida
photo courtesy of Public Domain Pictures Offshore drilling could potentially return to the Gulf of Mexico in or near Florida waters.

Oil companies push for offshore drilling in Florida

photo courtesy of Public Domain Pictures Offshore drilling could potentially return to the Gulf of Mexico in or near Florida waters. On Nov. 6, 2018, Floridians voted “yes” to Amendment 9 to ban offshore drilling. Despite the passage of Amendment 9 to the Florida Constitution,…

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The Activist Newsletter (5/1 – 5/8)
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The Activist Newsletter (5/1 – 5/8)

Throughout this week (5/1 - 5/8), activists have the opportunity to participate in public meetings, lectures and film screenings. Read on if you want to get involved in the community regarding environmental protection, animal welfare and local politics. Sun., May 5, Compost-A-Thon 2019 @ 7…

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The Activist Newsletter (4/24 – 5/1)
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The Activist Newsletter (4/24 – 5/1)

Throughout this week (4/24 - 5/1), activists have the opportunity to participate in public meetings, lectures and film screenings. Read on if you want to get involved in the community regarding women’s rights, immigration reform and healthcare access. Sat., Apr. 27,  “Women’s Rise in Leadership”…

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The Activist Newsletter (4/17 – 4/24)
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The Activist Newsletter (4/17 – 4/24)

Throughout this week (4/17 - 4/24), activists have the opportunity to participate in public meetings, lectures and film screenings. Read on if you want to get involved in the community regarding environmental protection, affordable housing and local politics. Wed., Apr. 17, Government Operations (GO) Symposium…

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