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We need an Indigenous studies department — but for the right reasons

Isaac Rivera December 4, 2024
In an op-ed, Isaac Rivera '26 argues for a spiritually focused Indigenous studies department.
The Record Horoscope: Finals week edition

The Record Horoscope: Finals week edition

Ephelia Ephelia December 4, 2024
A finals week edition of the Record Horoscope says that ChatGPT and all-nighters are not the path to exam success.
Poetry needs a stage at the College

Poetry needs a stage at the College

Fajr Rauf December 4, 2024
In an op-ed, Fajr Rauf '28 argues that the College should dedicate more resources toward poetry.
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Dear Ephelia: Record advice column

December 4, 2024
This week, Ephelia tackles falling in love with your best friend, the switch to electric fireplaces in the 24-hour room, and a question that seems to have been submitted by Troy Bolton of "High School Musical."
A city girl’s guide to Williamstown

A city girl’s guide to Williamstown

Faarah Bhavnagri November 20, 2024
In an op-ed, Faarah Bhavnagri ’28 reflects on her move from the Mumbai — "the city that never sleeps" — to quiet, remote Williamstown.

Swiping into Spring Street

Henry Gold November 20, 2024
In an op-ed, Henry Gold ’28 proposes a system where students could use their dining hall swipes at establishments on Spring Street.
I don’t like to complain, but ... professors need to clarify preregistration preferences

I don’t like to complain, but … professors need to clarify preregistration preferences

Harry Albert November 20, 2024
In an op-ed, Harry Albert ’25 offers a solution to the problem of endless email-sending that accompanies preregistration.
Chaplains’ Corner: Engaging with  each other across differences

Chaplains’ Corner: Engaging with each other across differences

Sidra Mahmood November 20, 2024
Sidra Mahmood, the College's Muslim chaplain, reflects on the presidential election and expresses her hope for civil discourse across differences.
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Dear Ephelia: Record advice column

Ephelia Ephelia November 20, 2024
This week, Ephelia tackles 8 a.m. classes, running into exes at Resky, and helps a student turn a roommate problem into an entrepreneurial opportunity.
The College’s response  to anti-Black violence  is inadequate

The College’s response to anti-Black violence is inadequate

Xavier Wills November 13, 2024
In an op-ed, Xavier Wills ’27 calls on the College to provide more support for Black students following racist incidents on campus.
The College must reconsider Honor and Discipline sanctions in light of procedural error

The College must reconsider Honor and Discipline sanctions in light of procedural error

Adelaide Herman and Levi Hughes November 13, 2024
In an op-ed, Adelaide Herman ’25 and Levi Hughes ’25, on behalf of the Gargoyle Society, argue that some recent academic integrity sanctions should be reversed.
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Dear Ephelia: Record advice column

Ephelia Ephelia November 13, 2024
This week, Ephelia advises on joining clubs, climbing fences, and getting into nature.
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