Student Stipends Proposal: A Valid Idea, Weakly Executed

We are disappointed to learn that the WSA rejected the Student Leadership Stipend proposal that was discussed on Sunday.

Opportunity to Have Your Voice Heard

At 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday in the Woodhead Lounge, the Wesleyan community will have an unprecedented opportunity to have their voices heard by state elected officials.

Prof. Grossman Bashes Bush over National Airwaves

Professor Richard Grossman, the Chair of the University’s Economics Department, recently spoke to three different NewsLink radio stations in Georgia, New York and Kentucky as part of the network’s series on the Bush presidency. For the series, stations devoted entire days to certain key issues, from national security to terrorism and the economy.

Wale Comes to Wesleyan

What has all too recently been a local phenomenon is now poised to become an internationally recognized phenom.

A Modest Proposal to End Waste at the Usdan Center

Wesleyan students, Bon Appétit informs us, throw away nearly 200 pounds of food per day.

Second Response to Matt Nestler

Nestler’s Wespeak is an interesting attempt to unleash a deluge of “facts” upon the debate.

Wesleyan Profs Help NASA Map Venus

NASA has recently selected a Wesleyan proposal for a project that would investigate the geology of Venus.

Join us at Power Shift 2009

It’s sexy. It’s urgent. It’s explosive. It’s coming. Get your mind out of the gutter. It’s not your premature boyfriend, it’s Power Shift ’09.

2009: Islam in Conversation

This year ISLAM IN CONVERSATION is not just one week but TWO–an entire fortnight of lectures, film screenings and even a live comedy show!

How We Talk About Arabs

The discourse that constantly pins Palestinians as terrorists, and Arabs as people who can’t do anything for themselves, needs to be critically engaged and dismantled now.

At Gym, Ahmed ’09, Coach Black Save Alum

For wrestling coach Drew Black and Molecular Biology and Biochemistry major Jamal Ahmed ’09, last Friday afternoon began like any other.

Free STI Testing is Available Now

After reading Dr. Davis Smith’s Wespeak and Zak’s concerning free STI testing on campus, I thought I would take this opportunity to advertise two ways to get tested for free through ASHA.

Weird World Headlines

Headlines from around the world.

WSA Rejects Student Leadership Stipend Proposal

For students that rely on financial aid, it is often difficult to balance time between work-study jobs and extracurricular activities.

Contest Offers $5,000 for Green Campus Ideas

In an effort to save the University money during the economic recession and to make the campus more sustainable, Chris Goy ’09 and Benjamin Firke ’12, both members of the WSA, are introducing a contest called the Wesleyan 3Green Challenge.

Squash Teams Take First at Vassar Team Challenge

Over the weekend, the men’s and women’s squash teams combined for 31 individual match wins at the Vassar Team Challenge, the highest total of the combined four-team tournament.

Women’s Ice Hockey Frozen Out of NESCAC Playoffs

The women’s hockey team was eliminated from playoff contention this weekend after two losses to NESCAC rivals Colby College and Bowdoin College.

Forged Amidst the Violent '60s, Willis' Buddhist Commitment is Recognized

Professor of Religion and East Asian Studies Jan Willis is at the forefront of history and has accomplished what most can only dream of achieving.

Cards Wins Twelfth Straight Over Conn.

Commanding the lead from the very beginning, the women’s basketball team showcased its skills in a 55-75 victory over Connecticut College on Saturday.

We've Got the Power: For First Time, Univ. to Generate its own Electricity

Beginning today, a new, environmentally-friendly Cogeneration (Co-Gen) system within the University's Central Power Plant will allow the plant to produce electricity for the first time.

New Student Forums Span from Sustainability to Service

When Melody Chang ’12 and Josh Levine ’12 put up signs around 200 Church encouraging residents to conserve water, they had no idea what they were getting themselves into.

Marco's Deli Offers Convenience, a Slice of History

Marco’s Deli, which sits on the corner of Williams Street and Hamlin Court, has stood since the early 1950s. It has weathered three different owners, and it has been witness to the changing atmosphere at the University over the years.

Men’s Ice Hockey Earns Much-Needed Victory

On Sunday, the men’s hockey team secured its third win of the season and first since January 16th, with a 3-2 home victory over Tufts.

Track Teams Rack Up 11 First-Place Finishes

The men’s and women’s indoor track teams continued their run of strong performances over the weekend in the Cardinal Invitational II, with a combined 11 first-place finishes in the meet.

Coast Guard Sails Past Men’s Swimming

The men’s swimming team suffered its eighth straight defeat against Coast Guard, falling to the Bears by a 167-123 score in its annual season-ending meet.

Wes Women Sink Coast Guard on Senior Day

In its final regular-season action, the women’s swimming team sent off its six seniors with a 162-137 win over Coast Guard.

Men's Basketball Loses to Conn. in Last Home Game

The men’s basketball team endured another tough loss Saturday, losing to visiting Connecticut College 85-70.

Hurd '10 Unbeaten But Cards Fall Twice

Greg Hurd ’10 finished the season a perfect 16-0 in dual matches this weekend, going 2-0 on the weekend by trouncing the 174-pounders from Oneonta State College (8-3) and Williams (11-1).