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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-02-24

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published February 24th, 1967. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines features ties between the Central Intelligence Agency and the National Student Administration, LSD drug policy at Oberlin, and a mention of the Wooster Philosophy Department by Encyclopedia Britannica. Page 2 is the opinion section, and features a piece arguing that the administration has lost credibility in its dealings with students, and a piece exploring how rock'n roll has changed in the past few years, and a criticism of the Vietnam War. Page 3 features a piece in defense of "Hell Week" an annual hazing event. Page 4 features pieces on debate events, continued articles, advertisements, and faculty updates. Page 5 also consists of continued articles and advertisements. Pages 6-7 are the sports section. Page 8 features articles commenting on Hell Week and its validity, mostly in favor of it.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-03-03

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the March 3rd, 1967, edition of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines an incident in which Wooster students threw snowballs at passing cars for hours, even the police, who were dissuaded by Dean Brown from using tear gas on the offenders who refused to disperse. At least eight cases of damage to cars were reported to the Wooster Police. Also featured is a report on a Student Government Association (SGA) for more student representation in campus decision making, and an obituary for Henry Luce, a notable trustee and professor of the College of Wooster. Page 2 features an opinion piece criticizing the language used by journalists to portray the Vietnam War as a black/white type conflict and a second piece recounting the refusal of the Education Committee to let students have a role in their decision making process. Page 3 features campus club elections, a study program in Argentina, and a film review. Page 4 feature campus improvements and a commentary on the piece Letters from Stalingrad, a collection of letters, journals, and diary entries from German troops stationed in Stalingrad during the battle. Page 5 details a student's experience with the Peace Corp program in Venezuela. Pages 6,7, and 8 are the sports sections or continued pieces.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-03-10

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the March 10th, 1967, edition of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines upcoming elections for annual events, a concert, and draft legislation. Page 2 features a piece calling for the College of Wooster to offer a Journalism course, a piece arguing against American intervention in Vietnam, and a piece arguing against using polarizing language in American politics. Page 3 features theatre reviews. Page 4 features a piece reporting on Vietnamese views of anti-Vietnam War protests in the United States. Page 6 is the sports section, and page 7 consists of continued articles and advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-03-17

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the March 17th, 1967 edition of of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines comments about the diversity of the Wooster student body from the faculty and administration. Also featured is criticism from the student body of inefficiency in a newly expanded student bookstore. Page 2 features an opinion piece exploring the need for a student body with a diverse background, and a story of a road trip. Page 3 features theatre criticism and Independent Study work. Page 4 consists of continued articles and advertisements. Page 5 is the sports section, and page 6 is continued articles and advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-03-24

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the March 24th, 1967, edition of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines the appointment of Dr. Lawrence Riggs, as Dean of Students and Professor of Psychology. Also featured is a report on an upcoming visit by Saul Alinsky to Wooster. Page 2 features an opinion piece on American use of force and political power, and a piece on the poetry of Ralph Waldo Emerson, and a goodbye piece from the editors of the Wooster Voice as the new board prepares to take over. Page 3 features a piece on a study abroad program in Vienna, Austria, and a list of students who made the Dean's List. Page 4 features bulletins on campus updates, and a summary of the Student Government Association's (SGA) achievements over the past year. Page 5 is the sports section, and page 6 consists of continued articles and advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-04-21

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the April 21st, 1967, edition of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines features a report on the construction of a new physical education center, a report on a conference in Wooster with Saul Alinsky as a main speaker, a report on student protests in New York, and an upcoming lecture on political theory of American-Soviet Relations. Page 2 features a heavy condemnation of Alinsky's speech and mannerisms during the conference from the Voice editorial board, and a petition signed by several Wooster students against the war in Vietnam who further claimed that if drafted, they will not serve. Page 3 features a report on the honors program and Dean's list, as well as a piece on Wooster-in-India. Pages 4-5 are the sports section, and page 6 consists of continued articles, advertisements, and campus news bulletins.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-04-28

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the April 28th, 1967, edition of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines the cessation of the chapel attendance requirement for Wooster students, who were previously charged a fee of they failed to attend chapel services. Also featured is a proposed hike to student fees. Page 2 features a piece criticizing the Vietnam War, mandatory chapel attendance, and a piece attacking a piece from the previous week. Page 3 features continued opinion pieces and campus news bulletins. Pages 4-6 are the sports sections with a few miscellaneous continued pieces.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-05-05

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the May 5th, 1967, edition of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines a Marxist speaker's upcoming event, and the purchase of rights to broadcast on a radio frequency for the College of Wooster and Wooster High School. Also featured is a list of campus events and a speaker to address alumni and trustees. Page 2 features a piece mocking proposals to build a wall around campus, an excerpt from a book giving a factual description of the American involvement in Vietnam, and several small pieces responding to previous pieces and events previously held on campus. Page 3 features a piece detailing a student's study abroad experience in Washington D.C.. Pages 4,5, and 6 consist of the sports section and continued articles.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-09-22

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue of the Wooster Voice headlines the passing of Dr. Howard Lowry, the current president of the College of Wooster. Also featured is a faculty vote rejecting a change to the term schedule, a mock riot staged by the college and the National Guard, and a meeting of the National Student Association regarding changes in Congress. Page 2 features a declaration of the Voice's editorial intent, a statement on the loss of Dr. Howard Lowry, and a letter from a student who was offended the college would work with the National Guard in the aforementioned riot training, and a piece decrying the lack of accreditation for historically black colleges in the American South. Page 3 features faculty appointments, the opening convocation, and a letter from the Student Government Association welcoming the student body. Page 4 is the sports section. Page 5 features reports on Wooster and local news, advertisements, and schedule announcements. Page 6 contains continued articles and advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-09-29

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue of the Wooster Voice features a report on a political speech given in McGaw Chapel by a speaker calling Cleveland mayoral candidate Carl Stokes a "slave" for his alleged lack of effort to help the black community for fear of damaging his image in the white community. Page 2 features a report on the Campus Christian Association, an opinion piece calling for the administration to be more open with its conduct, and a piece calling for increased student involvement in the local Wooster community. Page 3 features a piece by a former Wooster student who became a minister in poor cities throughout the United States and his reflections on Wooster, and a change of rules regarding motor vehicles for students. Page 4-5 are the sports section, and page 6 contains continued articles and advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-10-06

Wooster Voice Editors

This eight page edition of the Wooster Voice features a report on the Democratic primary for the Cleveland mayoral candidate and Wooster's student involvement with Carl Stokes's victory. Also featured is a report on Latin seminars being offered at Wooster, and local campus news. Page 2 features a report on the Wooster bulletin board, and a piece calling for Wooster to participate in political discourse, but to do it respectfully and to avoid some of the student protest excesses present at other colleges. Page 3 features commentary on hymns used in chapel services, and a proposed disciplinary system for campus rule violations. Page 4 features a report on student experiences in Yugoslavia, and the deans list. Pages 5-6 are the sports section. Page 7 features a report on an upcoming play performed by the Wooster Theater Company. Page 8 is comprised of continued stories and advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-10-13

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the October 13th, 1967 edition of of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines an advice column urging readers to "Do your own thing" in order to lead a more fulfilled life. Also featured is a planned march against the Vietnam War in Washington DC, an interview piece with a new Indian Wooster Professor, Dr. Yoga Ahuja, and an interview with a Dr. James Robinson, director of an African charity organization. Page 2 is mostly taken up by an editorial on the significance of the architecture of campus buildings, in particular the significance of the Wooster Chapel. Also featured is a call for student participation in choosing the next Wooster President, and a piece detailing the debate over a proposed change in Wooster's scheduling. Page 3 features a piece about Dr. J. Drushal's charity work, a painting by a Wooster faculty member, and general campus updates. Pages 4-5 are the sports section. Page 6 features a piece detailing a student's study abroad experience in India.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-10-20

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the October 20th, 1967 edition of of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines a performance of Philadelphia Here I Come put on by the College of Wooster. Also featured is a report on Student Government debate funding for a protest against the Vietnam War in Washington. the SGA eventually agreed to fund the Wooster Student Action Committee but earmarked the money for transportation costs only. Page 2 features a piece criticizing a proposed tax increase and the Vietnam War. Also featured on page 2 is a piece exploring the Arab psyche with regards to their crushing defeat at the hands of Israel in the Six-Day War. The final piece is written in protest of the SGA's decision to fund the Vietnamese protests. Page 3 features a report on two draft resistors and their treatment at a military base, an upcoming lecture on the Renaissance, general campus club updates, and a statement from the Joint Board of the Campus Christian Association in support of peace and war protestors in Vietnam. Pages 4-5 are the sports section. Page 6 consists of a continuation of the Arab piece and advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-10-27

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the October 27th, 1967 edition of of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines the participation of sixty Wooster students in a protest in Washington DC against the Vietnam War. The SGA had provided funding for transportation for interested students. Also featured is an update on the construction of Lowry Center, and an upcoming Wooster intercollegiate colloquium on Latin America. Page 2 features a report detailing why the Wooster Voice has made the editorial choices it has in the past few weeks. Also featured is a report on the protests in Washington DC from one of the Wooster attendees. Page 3 features a piece advertising an upcoming Wooster choir performance, a report on Oceanography advances, and general campus club updates. Pages 4-5 are the sports section, and page 6 consists of continued articles and advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-11-03

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the November 1st, 1967 edition of of the Wooster Voice, a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue features a conference on Latin America happening at Wooster the day of publication. Also featured is a refusal of freshman to participate in an annual hazing ritual of being run out of their dorms at 5:00AM on Saturday morning and simply remaining in their bunks behind locked doors. Also featured is a reactivation of the Young Republicans Wooster chapter and their backing of a local politician. Page 2 features a criticism of the irrational methods often used to reach opinions of social issues and a report from a Wooster faculty member on what she observed in a anti-Vietnam War protest in Washington DC. The protest was controversial at the College of Wooster because the Student Government Association allotted $100 (~$750 today) to the Student Action Committee for the purposes of attending the protest. Page 3 features a heavy criticism of a previous issue's column written by a student studying abroad in Lebanon that purported to explore the Arab psyche. The author, an Iranian native, argues that Arabs can recognize Israel's existence and that their refusal to do so is a result of their political leader's calculations, not some deep rooted sense of identity or religious reason. A second author also wrote regarding the piece, and this one agrees with the original piece. Page 4 features Dr. Hans Jenny's efforts with managing the College of Wooster's endowment fund. Page 5 features a report on a Wooster Archaeological dig in Pella, Jordan. Pages 6-7 are the sports section. Page 8 features continued letters to the editor over the freshmen refusal to participate in the annual hazing ritual.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-11-10

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published November 10th, 1967. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines a piece arguing that black students on campus do not actually receive equal treatment and are socially ostracized from white students. Also featured on the front page is a report on the death of Wooster football player Rick Muellner after a complication from an injury received during a game that became infected. A student proposal from the Student Government Association for a type of Professor review system is also present, as well as a piece arguing against Affirmative Action. Page 2 features a piece calling for black students to be treated with the same respect afforded to white students, a piece on faculty review, and a piece calling for sports reform in the light of Muellner's death. Page 3 features a theatre review and an upcoming theology lecture, and faculty changes. Pages 4-5 are the sports section. Page 6 consists of continued pieces and advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-11-17

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published November 17th, 1967. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines a report on student protests at Miles College. Also featured on the front page is new proposed criterion for the Wooster President. Page 2 features a report on a bomb-scare hoax in Bissman Hall, a Wooster Dormitory. Also featured is an opinion piece in the recall of Greg Moore as sophomore class president, arguing that the students that recalled him were apathetic in their voting in the first place. Also featured is a piece praising the Cuban war criminal Che Guerva. Page 3 features a report on an English lecture, and a communications meeting. Page 4 is the sports section.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-12-08

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published December 12th, 1967. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines a piece on student protests and their power to elicit change. Also featured is a report on the black power movement at Wooster. Page 2 also consists a report on student power movements and a need for a new Chairman of the Board of Trustees. Page 3 features a piece on war ethics from a College of Wooster student who was drafted in his junior year of 1966. Also featured is an upcoming visit from noted philosopher Nels Ferre. Page 4 features a piece detailing a clash between students and trustees of Wooster over the mandatory church attendance policy. Page 5 consists on a piece on ethics, continued articles, and advertisements. Page 6 is the sports section.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1967-12-14

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice was published December 14th, 1967. The Voice is a student run newspaper published at the College of Wooster. This issue headlines draft cases and opinion pieces on the draft in general. Heavily featured is a case in which three Wooster students were found guilty of trespassing while protesting at Town Hall. Page 2 continues the stories from the first page.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1966-01-13

Wooster Voice Editors

A College of Wooster production of Guys and Dolls got rave reviews; the cast was skilled and it brought lots of laughs. A list of freshmen who pledged Greek Life is listed on the front page of the paper. The British Ambassador to the United Nations was originally scheduled to appear at the College, however he had to cancel his visit. Phil Shipe, the head football coach at the College will be retiring, his history at the College and fond memories of him are detailed. Plans have emerged to build on new structure on campus to honor past president Howard Lowry. Details are not clear quite yet. The Voice also takes down the College's outdated stances on pre-marital sex on campus. A student piece examines the government of Britain.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1966-02-04

Wooster Voice Editors

The College decides to not extend the tenure of a Psychology professor, one Dr. Cho. He made the letter with the dismissal public, and students proceeded to express outrage toward the decision as well as praise toward the Professor. George F. Kennan, the former U.S. ambassador to the Soviet Union came to give a lecture at the College. The Voice gives a brief background on him. There is a large article discussing the tightening of draft regulations for students. The Voice tells students not to worry too much as the College was also not as affected by the Korean War as they thought they might be. The Voice once bemoans recent price increases for the College tuition this school, putting them on-par with ivy league costs. The paper addresses a feud between the paper, a faculty member, and Galpin policies. The issue, over fines for lack of Chapel attendance, are also reflected in individual student-written articles. Page three looks at the sports records of the College, examining their scores so far in the season. They recently beat Hope College in basketball, however there was less success on other fronts, such as swimming. Page five is devoted almost entirely to advertisements, including an advertisement for skiing at 'Snow Trails' in Mansfield Ohio. James Bond Movie 'Thunderball,' starring Sean Connery is advertised to be showing at the local theater.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1966-02-11

Wooster Voice Editors

Students are upset over food quality on campus, however the administration does not seem ready to make any changes. Students are also asking for staggered rates on meal plans. The College will be featuring multiple Centennial speakers. These will include Rene Dubos, a bacteriologist, Melvin Calvin, who won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, and a nuclear physicist, Henry Margenau. Kennan, former U.S. ambassador who recently lectured at the College, stressed the importance of understanding communism fully instead of simply directing blind hate towards it. The Voice reflects on the beginning of the College's Centennial Week. They also voice support for the student body in going up against Galpin over the food quality crisis. A student piece looks at the reforms, or lack thereof, that have been instituted by Congress. A former Wooster student signed a contract to play football in the American Football League, with the Buffalo Bills. A loss to Mount Union eliminated the Scots chance at a title. They additionally lost in wrestling to Baldwin Wallace. On page four, the Voice investigates rising tuition costs, and how the administration is handling the situation. There are also Valentines-themed advertisements from local businesses.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1966-02-18

Wooster Voice Editors

Due to an oversaturation of white, Presbyterian students, the Student Government Association, alongside Admissions, is focusing on bringing in more "Negro" [sic] students to the College in the coming year. Rene Dubos, the first Centennial speaker, looked at man's alienation from nature. A Wooster student currently staying in Allahabad, reflects upon his experiences there. He is a representative for Wooster-in-India. Once again, administration met with students to discuss the food quality issue. A student piece examines social issues on campus, such as dating, and the food service dispute. The Voice reflects on the College seemingly not holding up what it purports to be its values on paper. A student reflects on his experience building and living in a cabin, away from the College. In page three sports, the Wooster basketball team finally had a success. There is a piece under the Campus News Notes, offering Wooster men a "Slave for a Day" [sic] where women from the Peanuts sorority will be "auctioned off" [sic] to the highest bidder to follow them around for the day.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1966-02-25

Wooster Voice Editors

The College will be hosting a Pastor, by the name of James T. Laney, who is an expert on the far east. He is planned to give two addresses at the College. President Lowry finally addresses students concerns with the food service. He assures students that it will be addressed in the near future. Excerpts from his speech are given in the paper. A panel met to discuss possible additions and revisions to the Honor Code. On page two there is a piece offering monetary aid for students in accomplishing their Independent Study projects. The aid would be coming from the University of Texas. The Voice reviews the College's performance of The Emperor, a play by Luigi Pirandello. A student reviews the Johnson administration's stances and policies on Vietnam and the Vietnam War. He finds them to be extremely lacking. Page three looks at the College's sports teams, and makes predictions for upcoming games. Page four continues the long debate with Lowry and the administration over students issues with food services and the way that they are handled. He also addresses students issues with a lacking bookstore.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1966-03-04

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition opens by discussing some recent changes in policy, regarding academics and otherwise. This includes edits to the structure of the Liberal Studies major, along with the potential revoking of a fine for skipping classes near breaks. The College hosted 10 Brazilian students who were doing college tours in the US. President Lowry announces plans to fix and improve both the on-campus bookstore and Hoover Cottage. The film Thistle, about a 13th century war will be screened at the College. A recent coup in Ghana is covered, with remarks on the instability of the government in the region. The Voice applauds the decision of the administration to eliminate the class-cutting before break fine. Page two contains numerous letters to the editor all looking at previous on-campus issues raised. There is a photograph of members of the synchronized swim club in costume. Page three is dedicated to sports. The Wooster wrestling team is doing well, making it to the OAC tournament. There is an advertisement on this page for a Beach Boys performance at the Canton Memorial Auditorium. On the final page there is a review of Warner Brother's film version of Othello, recently screened at the Wooster theater.