Dyson explains America’s ongoing struggle for civil rights
By Eric Acre, staff writer Michael Eric Dyson, an author, radio host, and professor of sociology at Georgetown University, spoke at Thursday’s Common Hour as part of F&M’s second annual…
Franklin Innovation challenge returns with new “fast on your feet” secret challenge, cash prizes
By Sloane Markley, co- Editor-in-Chief The Franklin Innovation Challenge (FIC), an annual entrepreneurial competition at F&M that began in 2010, is entering its fourth-year of competition with a revamped format.…
F&M screens documentary exploring student’s experience in Ugandan war
By Shira, Kipnees, Staff Writer F&M hosted a screening of the award-winning documentary, War/Dance, featuring Dominic Akena ’16, last Thursday night. Both War/Dance and Innocente, another documentary, are the work…
Tuberculosis diagnosed at F&M, Health Department to investigate
Margaret Hazlett, dean of the College, informed the campus of a case of active tuberculosis (TB) on F&M’s campus through an email sent Friday, Feb. 21. The ill person is…
Venezuela experiences mass protests in response to social, economic issues
By Steven Viera, News Editor Starting this month, mass protests have broken out across the South American nation of Venezuela. Originally a response to the country’s economic and social woes,…
Quantitative and Science Center opens in Martin, provides tutoring
BY LAYTH ISMAIL Contributing Writer The Quantitative & Science Center (Q&SC) opened this semester in Martin Library of the Sciences to help students with quantitative elements in any course they…
First-year, sophomore male students explore fraternity membership
BY JEFFREY ROBINOWITZ Staff Writer Last week, F&M’s fraternities conducted the annual Spring Rush Week to allow potential new members the opportunity to join male Greek organizations. This year, a…
F&M professor explores post-war implications for refugees, veterans
BY SHIRA KIPNEES Staff Writer David Kieran, visiting professor of American studies, organized and moderated a panel entitled, “When the Wars End: Healing & Justice After a Decade of War…
Delta Sigma Phi faces year of restrictions following policy violations
BY STEVEN VIERA News Editor The College recently imposed a set of regulations on Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity (Delta) following its violation of several of the administration’s policies. The regulations…
Sororities welcome new members following four-day recruitment period
BY JUSTIN KOZLOSKI ’14, Editor-in-Chief Two weeks ago, the four sororities, lead by the Panhellenic Council held their annual Spring recruitment to extend offers of membership to women across the…
Phillips Museum features artwork of famous century-spanning artist
BY ABIGAIL QUINT ’15, Copy Editor “Theresa Bernstein: A Century in Art,” featuring a selection of the work of the artist Theresa Bernstein, will be displayed at the Phillips Museum…
F&M Poll tracks Obama, Corbett’s approval ratings, re-election chances
BY SHIRA KIPNEES ’15, Staff Writer Tom Corbett, governor of Pennsylvania, has a higher approval rating among the state’s voters, but still faces difficulty winning re-election according to the latest…
Real Food Challenge seeks to improve quality of on-campus dining
By Jeffrey Robinowitz ’17, Staff Writer Last weekend, the Real Food Challenge (RFC) came to campus. Thanks to the efforts of certain professors and a student group, Julia Fleisch ’16,…
Composting initiative begins at Dining Hall as part of sustainability efforts
By Bervlyn Opong ’16, Contributing Writer The College recently began composting at the Dining Hall with the goal of reducing F&M’s carbon footprint, as well as minimizing incineration and the…
F&M alumnus discusses his role shaping modern presidency, federal government
By Shira Kipnees ’15, Staff Writer Andrew M. Rouse ’49 gave a talk about his time working under President Richard Nixon and his role in helping to create the modern…