Thesis student Alex Barbat created a petition on March 19 asking administration to extend Spring Break by a week to allow students and faculty to make the proper adjustments and accommodations necessary in the shift to online learning. With students facing technological and housing difficulties,…
In 2020, the kids of Generation Z, or as they jokingly refer to themselves, “Zoomers,” have found new ways to create trends that cross multiple aspects of modern culture, such as music, fashion and dance. Social media platforms have allowed for much more exposure to…
When it comes to decision and policy-making at New College, matters are handled through shared governance, where students, faculty, administrators and staff all participate. Faculty meetings allow students and faculty to participate in the process, yet the faculty handbook limited voting at meetings to tenure-track…
The library has a new face in town with the addition of temporary librarian Shelley Oakley. Originally from Virgina, Oakley has a master of library and information sciences degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. With plenty of experience working with college students, Oakley will be…
Interim Dean of Student Affairs Randy Harrell has seen his interim appointment extended until the end of Spring semester 2021. Harrell came out of retirement to fill the position and with his continuous expression of his love and support for New College and it’s students,…
The Juried Art Show is a yearly event that allows students to present their original artwork in front of a juror, with hopes of selling their artwork to New College to adorn the walls of Hamilton Center. This year’s exhibition saw a variety of works…
The cold beginning of spring semester has seen the pool remain closed while under renovation. The pool is currently being resurfaced since it has worn down over time. The renovations will also bring about the replacement of the outdoor furniture and surrounding deck. The total…
On Saturday Feb. 1, College Hall welcomed a variety of artists to perform at Sur La Bay, a concert organized by the Black History Month Committee to celebrate Africana music, dance and culture. Students were treated to the electrifying violin of Undine Shorey, DJ Karim’s…
Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Protestors waved U.S. flags to symbolize their goal of freedom and democracy. Since June 2019, demonstrators in Hong Kong have called for greater autonomy from China. For months, protestors have called on the U.S. and other western nations to step…
All photo courtesy of Sergio Salinas On Wednesday Nov. 20, students on campus honored Transgender Day of Remembrance. Third-year resident advisor Jas Marie organized the event, distributing transgender flags and stickers for students to show their support. Along with members of the faculty and administration,…
