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 Vol. L No. 9
November 06, 2009

NEWS

Faculty Meeting Serves as Forum for Student Activists

by Daniel Steinman '12
News Writer
November 06, 2009

    Though it was not listed on the agenda, a student demonstration was the main order of business at this week's scheduled faculty meeting. On Tuesday, Nov. 3 in the Fillius Events Barn, a group of roughly two-dozen students voiced their dissatisfaction with how the College has addressed what they deem to be a series of offensive incidents over the past several years. Many of the students claimed that these episodes show how the campus is an unwelcoming and unsafe environment. More...
Hamilton Hit by H1N1 Outbreak
College Focuses on Town-Gown Relationship
SA Update: Evaluation Deadline Will Remain
NESCAC News
 

 

EDITORIAL


Demonstrate Action: Posing the Problem is not Enough

November 06, 2009

    This is our community.  It is one we all contribute to, and it is one we all want to be proud of.  No one is proud of some of the incidents that have occurred on campus recently. Nonetheless, many of us remain proud of the Hamilton community as a whole. More...
 

 

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

 

"The Learned Ladies": A 17th-Century Soap Opera on Hamilton's Main Stage

by Lily Gillespie '12
Arts and Entertainment Editor
November 06, 2009

    If one had to choose one genius of the confusing comedy, few would doubt it to be Molière. The Hamilton Theatre Department will be showcasing the work of this comedic genius in their adaptation of his play "The Learned Ladies"or "Les Femmes Savantes" en français. It is, at its core, a love story, as in most of Molière work, nothing is quite so simple.
    The fair Henriette, played by Jordyn Taylor '12, has fallen in love with the young Clitandre, played by James Greisler '10, and wants to marry him. More...
Can't Get Enough of Your Favorite WHCL DJs? Check Out Their Blog!
Pink Flamingos Takes Filth and Disturbia to New Level and Will Change How You See Eggs
Have You Missed IMF Lately? Well, They're Back in Action!


 

Enhancing Town-Gown Relations: Students Need to Regard Clinton with Hometown Pride

by Tracey Ogagba '12
Opinion Writer
November 06, 2009

    When sitting at home on a mundane weekend, late night options seem few and far between. Sometimes it is hard to believe that an entire town rests at the bottom of the Hill, past the Village Tavern. More often than not, we forget, or don't notice, the strong ties Hamilton has always had with its neighboring communities and the mutual benefits that come with them. All students should understand how nice it is to be a part of something that exists beyond the Hamilton bubble. More...
Letters to the Editor
Foreign Language Students Unprepared For Global Economy


 

A New Take on Activism

by Katrina Rabeler '12
Features Writer
November 06, 2009

    There have been several interesting lectures in the past two weeks at Hamilton. Topics have included Carcinogous fire retardants in furniture, mountaineering expeditions in Nepal, "Sex and Sustainability" and Jennifer Lowe-Anker's memoir about an avalanche killing her husband and the climbing school for Sherpa she founded in memory of him. More...
From Where I Sit: Hamilton's International Perspective
Students pursue passions to create their own class
Resting in Peace on the Hill
Trustee Corner: John Rice '78
Hungry? How about Challah?


 

International Hamilton Student Attends  Second Governors' Global Climate Summit

by Yinghan Ding '12
Science & Technology Writer
November 06, 2009

    "I want to protect my coastal community from sea level rise."
    "I want a bustling and green economy."
    "I want to use cleaner, greener and recycled products."
    These were several things young climate change activists had on their minds at the Governors' Global Climate Summit 2, which was held in Los Angeles from Sept. 29 to Oct. 2. The Summit brought together world and industry leaders and provided them with the opportunity to talk about global climate issues. This year's Summit was of great importance because it set the stage for the COP 15 United Nations Climate Change Conference, which will be held in Copenhagen next month. More...
ITS Lab Consultants Present Posters on Cyber Security
Do it in the Dark: An Explanation
Senior Thesis Previews: Psychology, Biology and Physics Students' Senior Research Plans
Storm Chasers Discuss Searching for Tornados
 

 

Missed Opportunity

Soccer nearly pulls off historic upset

by David Biel '13
Sports Writer
November 06, 2009

    Despite their successful regular season, the Continentals were edged out in the semifinals of the Liberty League tournament by Hobart. This was their second consecutive loss to the school, and in both games they got edged out by one goal. This time they were shutout 1-0 in a heartbreaking effort in which both defenses played well. After a flawless first half, the tie was broken in the fifty-fourth minute. More...
Field Hockey Heads to Finals
Hamilton Crew Rocks the Boat
Kelly Whipple '10 Commands Attention on Court