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Spring 2010 Contest
 Vol. L No. 23
 April 29, 2010

NEWS

Greek Societies Going Under the Microscope

by Emily Gerston '11
News Writer
April 29, 2010

    Following the suspension of the Theta Delta Chi fraternity (TDX) last week, a task force is being assembled for next fall to evaluate Greek life at Hamilton. This marks the first official review of Greek life at Hamilton since the 1995 review that resulted in the elimination of private society housing. Hamilton currently has 19 Greek life organizations (11 national fraternities, two national sororities, and six local sororities). TDX's suspension is the first suspension of a Greek organization since 2000, when Alpha Delta Phi (AD) was suspended until the fall of 2002. More...
Student Streakers Receive Points for Lewd Conduct
Former U.S. Ambassadors Debate Approach to Iran
Hamilton's Facade Through the Years:
"You Have Class Where?!" Hamilton Students Seek to Expand Their Curricula at Nearby Colgate University
AIDS Hike Raises $39,000
Student Assembly Update
NESCAC News
Entrepreneur Club Develops Textbook Exchange Program
Students Work for "No More Deaths" to Aid Mexican Migrants
 
 

EDITORIAL


 

Changing Class & Charter Day: Why Creating New Traditions Trumps Making Preventive Policies

April 29, 2010

    Class & Charter Day is perhaps the most loved social tradition at Hamilton.  Students have an opportunity to celebrate their achievements, relax and enjoy a day of freedom. While the atmosphere is characterized by high levels of energy, and we may push our limits on Class & Charter Day, only a select few who choose to celebrate irresponsibly end up posing a threat to themselves and others. As the College moves to modify this day of tradition, we urge them to focus their energies on activities that will better the day for the entire community, rather than focus on policies aimed at a select irresponsible few. More...
 
 

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

 

A Conversation with Clementine

by Taylor Coe '13
Arts & Entertainment Editor
April 29, 2010

    Under his musical moniker Clementine Is My Sunshine, Jonathan Wu '13 has been recording and performing music for the past five years. Arriving on Hamilton's campus in January after a semester at the University of Toronto, Wu has already made an impression on Hamilton's music scene, playing a number of common room concerts as well as opening for The Morning Benders at the IMF concert on April 17. I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Wu and ask him a few questions. More...

 

One Student's Suggestions for a Safe and Exciting Class and Charter Day

by Logan Burruss '10
Opinion Contributor
April 29, 2010

    Consider the cigarette butt receptacles that used to be outside the library. With the removal of these devices there were two possible outcomes: either students would miraculously begin listening to the 18 years of advice their parents had given them and quit smoking, or cigarettes would litter the entrance of one of the most popular buildings on campus. Simply put, this is the philosophy behind Hamilton College's alcohol policies. More...
Face off:Are the New Class and Charter Day Policies For Safety or Just to Save Face?
Who's Teaching Whom? Hamilton students teach refugees in Utica
Letter to the Editor

 

Hamilton SAVES display aims to raise awareness about sexual violence.

by Meghan Woolley '13
Features Writer
April 29, 2010

    What can a clothesline do to combat sexual violence and assault? According to the Clothesline Project, it can act as a means of expression and awarensss. The displays in Opus 1 and II, brought to campus by Hamilton SAVES, feature shirts made by women affected by domestic violence and sexual assault in an attempt to raise awareness of these issues. It was on display from Tuesday,  April 27 through Thursday, April 29. More...
Trustee Corner: Elizabeth McCormack

 

Wellness Fair Showcases the Local Health-Related Options for the Hamilton Community

by Rebecca Shields '13
Science & Technology Writer
April 29, 2010

    Need a massage to take your mind off the end of the semester? Even though massages and other wellness activities are offered by local businesses, most students are not aware of their options. To help spread awareness about these organizations, the College hosted a "Wellness Fair" to better acquaint Hamilton students with local businesses that could help their physical and mental health.  Among the attractions were free massages from local spas, signups for athletic events, health tests and screenings to help students learn more about their own fitness. More...
Neuro. Candidate Discusses Possible Benefits of ADHD
Professor Profile: Physics, Researching Dark Matter
Professor Elgren and Students Attend Conference on Integrating Policy Into Science Education
 

M. Lacrosse Crushes Its Competition

With a win Saturday, the Continentals will earn a berth in post-season play

by Dave Meisel '13
Sports Editor
April 29, 2010
   
    The Hamilton men's lacrosse team has heated up after a slow start in Liberty League play folllowing a strong 6-0 start in non-conference games.
    They have lost a little consistency due to their tough in-conference schedule, but they remain in good shape for the playoffs; they are now 9-3 overall, 3-3 since their torrid start. They have stayed afloat with some solid play on the road, with a 9-6 win against Clarkson and 17-5 defeat of Morrisville State. They took an 11-3 loss to Skidmore between those matches. More...
Golf Finishes Third in NESCAC Championship
Playing America's Game: Lecture Highlights role of Latinos in the
Desegregation of Baseball
Men's and Women's Crew Garner Recognition
Softball Getting Consistency From Core Players