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The Student-Run Newspaper of Williams College Since 1887

The Williams Record
The Student-Run Newspaper of Williams College Since 1887

The Williams Record
Frats at Williams? Maybe not — but here’s what we can learn from Greek life

Frats at Williams? Maybe not — but here’s what we can learn from Greek life

Jasper Hale • November 12, 2025
In an op-ed, Jasper Hale '28 explores the implications of a social life provided by Greek life.
In response to Johannknecht: Taiwan is just as important as mainland China

In response to Johannknecht: Taiwan is just as important as mainland China

Abigail Wallach and George Williams • November 12, 2025

In his Oct. 28 Record op-ed, Rem Johannknecht ’26 argued for the diplomatic value of studying abroad in China. Although he discusses tensions in the Taiwan Strait, Johannknecht only briefly mentions...

Dear Ephelia: Record advice column

Dear Ephelia: Record advice column

November 12, 2025
This week, Ephelia covers all the important questions about First Chance, as well as dealing with a work-life balance.
Pens, paper, and presence: The value of the device-free seminar classroom

Pens, paper, and presence: The value of the device-free seminar classroom

Laurel Barrett • November 12, 2025

In the age of rapidly advancing technology, the overwhelming use of artificial intelligence, and the pressure to adapt to new innovations, I never imagined it was at college that I would fall in love with...

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Felix Barman • November 12, 2025

Stepping off of the hamster wheel: How Sabbath rest can mend our concept of work

Stepping off of the hamster wheel: How Sabbath rest can mend our concept of work

Jason Rivera • November 5, 2025
In an op-ed, Jason Rivera '27 argues for the importance of rest.
We should always be conscious of our energy consumption – not just during a contest

We should always be conscious of our energy consumption – not just during a contest

Heather Williams • November 5, 2025
In an op-ed, Heather Williams argues that students should focus more on energy conservation.
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Dear Ephelia: Record advice column

Ephelia Ephelia • November 5, 2025
This week, Ephelia discusses hot profs, cocaine, and what it takes to be a football player.
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Comic

Modern Problems
Julia Karp • November 5, 2025

Against generative AI: The case for intellectual labor

Against generative AI: The case for intellectual labor

Catherine Shutt • October 28, 2025
In an op-ed, Catherine Shutt '26.5 argues for the value of intellectual labor in the face of AI.
Dear Ephelia: Record advice column

Dear Ephelia: Record advice column

Ephelia Ephelia • October 28, 2025
This week, Ephelia discusses bong-ripping, snooping, marg night, campus bidets, and wearing less clothes.
‘Some experience required’: The deceptive promise of RSOs

‘Some experience required’: The deceptive promise of RSOs

Lucy Kossuth • October 28, 2025
In an op-ed, Lucy Kossuth '28 argues that more clubs should encourage beginners to join, regardless of class year.
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