by Jordi F. Gonzalez “What I find most rewarding about teaching is that I’m constantly learning and if I’m learning I think there’s something that my students are taking back,” Reginald Scott Young, New College of Florida’s new Writer-in-Residence, said. This is a prestigious position…
The club with the most dangerous name on campus, Anarchy Deathsticks has taken knitting and community to an entirely new level. Knitting Club transforms a relaxing craft into a low-stress community gathering and an alternate social activity to Walls. Organizers third-years Alex Johnson and Meagan…
The new year has brought many changes for administration, including a notably retooled and successful orientation headed by Student Affairs’ newest member. As the new director of first-year programs, Jess Maxon has made it her mission to make sure first-year students get the most…
After an exciting and productive meeting of the Black Lives Matter chapter of Sarasota, Shakira Refos sat down at Growler’s Pub. In between greeting almost everyone who walked through the door, Refos enjoyed a beer and answered a few questions for The Catalyst. The 32-year-old…
Robin Williamson, our new Dean of Student Affairs, wants to meet every single student at New College before the end of the school year. Williamson has three tattoos, regularly eats in Hamilton “Ham” Center and attended the Towne Meeting this past Sunday. She believes in…
Photo courtesy of Sarasota Herald-Tribune BY CHARLOTTE REDMAN AND CAITLYN RALPH Known as the professor whose dog, Sam, accompanies him everywhere, Gordon Bauer is one of the beloved professors of psychology at New College. Bauer has worked at New College for 25 years, serving…
In August, the Counseling and Wellness Center (CWC) welcomed new nurse practitioner Erin Comerford. Comerford became a registered nurse in 1990 and later returned to school for her Master’s degree, becoming a nurse practitioner in 2000. “I mostly work with elderly people,” Comerford said, adding…
A new addition to student clubs on campus, Model United Nations (NCFMUN) serves as an educational simulation and academic competition in which students learn about international diplomacy and relations within the United Nations. Even for students who are not interested in foreign and international policy,…
When Michele Lipman is not baking something delicious or spending time with her golden retriever puppy, she is caring for and being “mom” to the students of New College. In August, the Counseling and Wellness Center (CWC) welcomed nurse practitioners Michele Lipman and Erin Comerford…
The beginning of the school year brought many new clubs to campus, including LatinX, a club that celebrates Latin American culture. Club president and founder, second-year Jennyfer Gonzalez, hopes to promote a safer campus and more inclusivity at New College. “Last year, my roommate and…
