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In support of affirmative action: Members of Asian American Students in Action speak out

In support of affirmative action: Members of Asian American Students in Action speak out

Asian American Students in Action October 24, 2018

The Asian American Studies Movement at the College stands firmly in support of affirmative action. We recognize Michael Wang ’17, who has voiced support for ongoing efforts to dismantle affirmative action,...

WAFFLES has hosted several Harry Potter events, with students reading aloud the books for hours. Photo courtesy of Ben Stanley.

WAFFLES spurs spontaneity on campus

Nigel Jaffe and Shreyas Rajesh October 24, 2018

If you’ve taken an evening stroll past Paresky recently, you may recall experiencing a moment of déjà vu upon hearing a few lines of Harry Potter blasted through a speaker on the front steps. These...

PHOTO COURTESY OF GRACE FAN.
All-student listserv emails are approved by CC co-presidents Lizzy Hibbard and Moisés Roman Mendoza.

All-student listserv facilitates community transparency

Trevor Wertheimer October 24, 2018

Every week, emails appear in student inboxes from accounts like “[email protected]” with  college-wide or class year-specific announcements. These weekly posts that touch on...

Spring Street Blues: From the files of Campus Safety and Security

Spring Street Blues: From the files of Campus Safety and Security

Campus Safety October 24, 2018

Monday 10-15-18 7:17 p.m., Lasell: Officers met with an athletic facility monitor concerning an issue with a student and access to the fitness center.  Tuesday 10-16-18 2:02 a.m., Faculty House:...

Performing perfection: Deconstructing the myth of effortless perfection on campus

Performing perfection: Deconstructing the myth of effortless perfection on campus

Peter Le October 17, 2018

Every morning I wake up groggy and dazed from the lack of sleep that has been accumulating from days before. Yet, by the time I walk out of the door, I put on a big smile. My eyes open wide to complement...

Kris Hoey began her new role on Oct. 5. She previously worked in OSL.
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OSL hires new assistant director

Kristen Altman October 17, 2018

On Oct. 5, Kris Hoey started as the new Assistant Director for Student Organizations and Club Sports in the Office of Student Life (OSL). She will be working closely with all student groups and student...

Students discuss reasons for pursuing more than four courses a semester

Students discuss reasons for pursuing more than four courses a semester

Sofie Jones October 17, 2018

Fi van Wingerden ’20 has taken five or more classes each semester since her freshman spring. Her sophomore fall, she balanced six classes, including two with lab sessions and a daily language class....

Bronfman, pictured here, is undergoing construction, as is Weston Hall, the Williams Inn and Garfield House.

Katie Brule/Photo Editor

College undertakes several construction projects

Nicholas Goldrosen October 17, 2018

Construction continues apace across the College’s campus. Here’s a brief update on some of the projects you may see: North Science Center Demolition work on the foundation is slated to begin...

Spring Street Blues: From the files of Campus Safety and Security

Spring Street Blues: From the files of Campus Safety and Security

Campus Safety October 17, 2018

Monday 10-8-18 2:13 a.m., Dodd House: An officer responded to a noise complaint. Three students were listening to music. They were informed of the noise complaint and turned the music down.   Tuesday...

Franks, previously the senior director of the Yale University Art Gallery, joined WCMA mid-september.

Pamela Franks joins WCMA as new Director

Julia Chiang October 17, 2018

Along with MASS MoCA and the Clark, the Williams College Museum of Art (WCMA) completes the trifecta of renowned art museums in the Berkshires, each existing to serve a slightly different mission. As...

Storytime is taking a break this semester as it reconsiders its structure and purpose, reaching out to the College community for feedback.

Photo courtesy of Angela You 20.

Storyboard halts Storytime as it reevaluates its mission

Irene Loewenson October 3, 2018

On Sep. 26, Storyboard, the group behind Storytime, announced the decision to put a temporary hold on Storytime, citing the need to reflect on its mission and make changes to the event. The sabbatical...

The marijuana dispensary will open at the Colonial Plaza shopping center after an 18-month planning process. 

Rachel Scharf/Managing Editor.

Marijuana dispensary to open in Williamstown

Rachel Scharf October 3, 2018

In the coming months, Williamstown’s first marijuana dispensary will open in the Colonial Plaza shopping center. The 238 Main St. location will be the first storefront for Silver Therapeutics Inc.,...

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