Top three things to do other than Deecing
On Monday night, I spent three hours in the Deece. Three whole hours. What could possibly be so enticing about the most ordinary dining establishment on this side of the…
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“Wild Run” Mini Crossword
ACROSS 1. This might chase 8A 4. Where you are on a flight 6. This might chase cheese 7. Hathaway and “of Green Gables” for two 8. This might chase…
“6N” Mini Crossword
ACROSS 1. Steak sauce 5. Taboos 6. Brokovich and Andrews, for two 7. Make amends 8. “I _____ marathon!” DOWN 1. Heart part 2. The _____, satirical newspaper 3. Italian…
Vassar announces pirate-ification program
In a shocking announcement in this week’s Sunday email, President of Vassar College Elizabeth Bradley announced a new three-year plan to completely “pirate-ify” the College with an eye toward making…
Retreat improves efficiency, bankrupts local sushi restaurants
Last Friday, the Retreat announced its plan to streamline efficiency after complaints of long wait times and mass confusion had reached a boiling point. What used to be an organized…
Campus response to Israel/Palestine conflict lacks nuance
As a Jew, I do not believe that advocating for Palestinian lives is antisemitic. The nation-wide organization Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) is committed to advocacy despite being accused…
The consequences of truth must be faced
“Do not be on the wrong side of history.” I see this phrase all the time on social media from people and communities calling for support of a certain cause.…
Live events must prioritize safety of attendees
The Summer of 2023 felt like the first one which was truly “normal” after the COVID-19 pandemic. There were little to no restrictions regarding travel, people largely went around maskless…