This year, The Virginia Informer has broken virtually every major news story on campus. Nearly five years after its founding, The Informer is stronger than ever, evidence that a truly independent press on campus can better cover the news and effectively provide a different vision for how our college should operate. (3) comments
As the vice-chairman of the William & Mary College Republicans, I had the pleasure this semester of coordinating our campaign efforts with the McDonnell for Governor Campaign. We were thrilled when Bob, Bill, and Ken won decisively on election night not only because the result is great for Virginia's future, but for the College's future as well. (0) comments
Attitudes are changing in this country. Christians, myself included, are waking up to the realization that discrimination and bigotry are not Biblical values, and this generational shift is palpable on campuses all over the country. At William and Mary, we are fortunate to have Christian groups and local churches that are welcoming to LGBT students. (0) comments
Last week's article, "On Hedonism and the philosophy of 'whatever'," proposed the prevalence of an unapologetically pleasure-driven attitude amongst our generation motivated primarily by its immediacy. In lieu of my agreement with several points in the argument, I'd like to augment the concept and introduce a slightly extended perspective on the related matter of "self-deception. (0) comments
William and Mary's paternalistic freshman extended orientation program helps students learn about sexual assault prevention, where they can receive help for drug abuse, the importance of diversity and the possible "pitfalls" that can be experienced by freshman. (0) comments
At this point in the year, many students have gotten an ominous, confidential email from the Dean of Students asking them to schedule a meeting; a meeting in which to discuss whatever transgressions the student has committed. At the scheduled meeting, students will be given a three options on how to proceed with the charges against them. (0) comments
Well it's the end of the year. Finals are, or soon will be, upon us. Paper deadlines are looming, and many of us are feeling the strain. However, in times like these, we must remember to take care of ourselves, and I don't mean just taking our vitamins and getting a good night's rest. (0) comments