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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-02-22

Wooster Voice Editors

In this issue of the Wooster Voice, news articles include "Campus Dining Study to look at three employment options," determining the types of possible outsourcing for dining services at the college, and "Wooster to host TEDx talk in Gault Recital Hall" discusses the event being related to integrity. The Features section looks at a prom ran by Wooster students for senior citizens at Brookdale, a Harry Potter-themed display in the Andrews Library Lobby, and a lecture on reproductive rights. The Arts and Entertainment section has an article on the theater Department presenting the play "Life is a Dream" and a review of the film "Safe Haven." In addition, the voice staff gives their predictions of the upcoming 2013 Academy Awards. In the Sports section, there are articles on women's basketball, men's basketball, and swimming and diving.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-04-05

Wooster Voice Editors

The front page story in this issue of the Voice is "President Cornwell, FAC revises Dining Service assessment," discussing the changes being made to the assessment of outsourcing dining services from an outside company. "Students on campus react to DOMA case" looks at the debate surrounding same-sex marriage on campus. "College acquires Gault Family Learning Center" reports on the Learning Center's recent financial troubles that led to the college inheirting the building. The Features section reported on a diplomat meeting with Wooster students to discuss internships, a campus-wide zombie game, a lecture on migration and the U.S./ Mexico borderlands, and students becoming a part of the National Bone Marrow Registry. The Arts and Entertainment section in this issue highlight the Studio Art Major's I.S. projects on display in Ebert, and a review of a Justin Timberlake album. The Sports section covers baseball, men's lacrosse, and track and field.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-04-12

Wooster Voice Editors

The headline article "College of Wooster reaccreditation process continues" describes the criteria faculty and students need to meet in order to get the college reaccredited. "Res Life asks for a number of rising seniors to move off campus" reports on the housing shortage affecting seniors' ability to live on campus. Another news article, "Scot Center changes hours; now closes at 10 p.m.," is about the reduction of hours at the Scot Center in reaction to maintaining the allotted student employment budget. Features includes a week-long LGBTQ+ celebration led by Spectrum called the "Seven Days of Gays," as well as a talk from Robert Rummel-Hudson, author of "Schuyler's Monster: A Father's Journey with His Wordless Daughter." In Arts and Entertainment, the Voice looks at the Spring Dance Concert and the student-run nonprofit Project Gallery. This section also reports on an art museum showcase and a review of the show How I Met Your Mother. The Sports section's articles showcase women's lacrosse, softball, and baseball.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-05-03

Wooster Voice Editors

In this last issue for the 2012-2013 academic year, the headline article is "Budget allocations cause major cuts to campus groups," reporting on the sweeping cuts made to multi-ethnic organizations. "Student group continues to combat rape culture on campus" discusses an event held to raise awareness for the problem of rape culture in and out of Wooster's campus. "Cornwell meets with students to talk tuition" looks at an event held in the Scot Center to address concerns made by students for raised tuition and budget cuts. In Viewpoints, the senior editors and writers of the Voice weigh in on their time at Wooster and their future. The Features section recognizes Wooster students in "Wooster excels at math and scientific modeling conpetition," and the article "Put Yourself in My Chair: Students advocate for disability awareness" looks at a wheelchair obstacle course to show the inaccessibility of parts of campus. Arts and Entertainment looks at Taylor Swift's tour and Senior I.S. Exhibitions. In Sports, there is an article on the first openly gay player in the NBA, as well as articles on women's lacrosse, softball, and baseball.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-08-30

Wooster Voice Editors

"Housing challenges force Security move" reports on the need to house students in office spaces, as the Class of 2014 was too large. "Res-Life, Student Activities join forces" discusses the prospects of a shared office space between the two departments. "Smokestack dismantled over summer break" looks at the advantages and disadvantages of the switch from coal to natural gas on campus. The features section has the editors-in-chief giving start of the year advice and the possibility of a revamped menu in Lowry due to a new chef. In Arts and Entertainment, there is a lookback on Tame Impala's album Lonerism and "The Voice staff looks back on the summer," focusing on showcasing live events. In Sports, the Voice reports on new coaches in soccer, football, and tennis, the search for more students to join the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), and a spotlight on student athletes.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-09-06

Wooster Voice Editors

The headline story "New evidence in Cornwell car fire investigation" debates if the fire that encompassed President Cornwell's car was intentional or accidental. "Multi-ethnic groups appeal budget cuts" reports on the pushback to alleviate some of the intense cuts in organizations like the African Students' Union. Features articles focus on pet owners on campus violating the Scots Key and an attempt by news editor Sarah Carracher to go fully vegan. Arts and Entertainment articles include "Teen Mom 3 review: New season falls short" and "Party on the Green brings hip-hop groups to Wooster." The Sports section has another senior athlete spotlight, as well as articles on field hockey and volleyball.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-09-27

Wooster Voice Editors

The headline story "Students get first look at Gault Schoolhouse" describes the suite-style dorms and amenities. "New email server to replace Novell" looks at the campus' switch to Exchange Online. The Features section includes an obituary on former head basketball coach Al Van Wie and upcoming events on campus featuring political activist Paul Loeb. In Arts and Entertainment, the Voice writes about the Sleepy Hollow TV Series and WOO91 moving into its new radio station in the basement of Lowry. The Sports section of this issue looks at the football game between Oberlin and Wooster, as well as men's soccer and senior athlete features.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-10-04

Wooster Voice Editors

In the headline article "Petition asks Cornwell to sign Climate Commitment," students on campus collect signatures for President Cornwell to work to create a timeframe for the college to become carbon neutral, according to the American College and University Presidents' Climate Commitment (ACUPCC). Other news article include "Wayne County loses housing assistance grant," disucssing the loss in the CHIP grant for the county, and "Alison Bechdel to visit campus." The Features section looks at a new conservative organization on campus called the Young Americans for Liberty and an event hosted by Men of Harambee focusing on dating and hook-up culture on campus. In Arts and Entertainment, the Voice reports on a visit to campus from essayist damali ayo and a review of the show Brooklyn Nine-Nine. The Sports section covers ice hockey, ultimate frisbee, and field hockey.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-10-18

Wooster Voice Editors

The headline article "Student opinions mixed on Campus Council changes" reports on the lukewarm response to an issues-based rather than group-based Campus Council. "Physics professor awarded research grant" reflects on Dr. Susan Lehman's research grant gifted by the National Science Foundation (NSF). The News Section also reports on the largest donation at that point in the college's history, gifted by Ruth Whitmore and A. Morris Williams. In Features, the Voice discusses the Improv club Don't Throw Shoes' expansion in both membership and show frequency. Another article, "Recommended running routes around campus," gives readers a beginner and expert route to run in the neighborhood. Arts and Entertainment articles include "Wonderland succeeds despite numerous flaws," a review of the show Once Upon a Time in Wonderland, an article on an orchestra and jazz concert, and an article on a performance by the Emerson String Quartet in the First Presbyterian Church. In Sports, there are articles on volleyball, cross country, and senior athletes.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-11-01

Wooster Voice Editors

The front page story "Campus Life works to fix broken housing selection process" assesses the student body's distrust with the housing lottery system. "Wooster ranks poorly in 'return on investment'" reports on an article by The Daily Beast that ranks Wooster eighth out of twenty on the worst returns on investment. The Features section looks at the rechartering of Kappa Epsilon Zeta (KEZ) along with an article on sexual content and alochol use. In Arts and Entertainment, there are articles on a screening of a documentary about Islamic Art and The Goliard, the literary magazine on campus, reviving the Covers tradition at Wooster in the Underground. The Sports section includes articles on football, volleyball, and senior athletes.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-11-08

Wooster Voice Editors

The headline article "Band members question policy in wake of controversy" details the resignation and reinstatement of the drum major regarding his pushback against auditioning for the Scot Symphonic Band. "Swin team plans Hour of Power for cancer research" covers the logistics of the event, noting that the relay was on a two-year hiatus at the college. Another news article covers the disconnect between administration and students regarding sustanibility on campus. The Features section covers a gardening class by professor Matt Mariola, LGBT+ representation on campus, a course that creates a better understanding of labor on campus, and a local coffee company trying to provide clean drinking water. The Arts and Entertainment section covers an improv comedy group tour at McGaw Chapel and handmade coffee mugs at Ebert. In Sports, the Voice covers soccer, cross country, and senior athletes.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-11-15

Wooster Voice Editors

This week's Wooster Voice has a front page article titled "Wooster Ethic Commitee addresses behavior in Mom's" in reaction to poor conduct by students to respect the late night space. Other news articles discuss a moot court competition in Michigan and a Wooster alum, Mark Giuliano, being appointed Deputy Director of the FBI. In Features, the Voice reports on student needs for better LGBTQ+ representation on campus and a revitalization of the Vegan co-op dinner in Babcock Hall. Arts and Entertainment articles report on an African art exhibition in Ebert, new hip-hop album releases, a Toubab Krewe concert held by ASU, and a charity concert at the Underground. In Sports, the Voice reports on basketball, field hockey, and senior athletes.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-11-22

Wooster Voice Editors

The headline story "New party regulations to be implemented in spring semester" describes the new requirements in what a party is defined as in addition to regulations like party monitors and fines for violations. Other news articles include "C.O.W.'s favorite liquor store to close its doors," detailing the buyout of Gary's Liquor Agency by Buehler's, and "Local farmers look to jumpstart micro-dairy." The Features section looks at a speakeasy event held by the Let's Dance Society in the Underground and the influence of the Presbyterian Church that still exists at the College. In Arts and Entertainment, the Voice reports on a performance in the Underground by Boston-based You Won't and the upcoming Fall Dance Concert. The Sports section covers football, club hockey, and a basketball tournament.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2013-12-06

Wooster Voice Editors

The headline article "College considers options for The Shack after purchase of building" looks at the college's recent acquisition of The Shack restaurant, citing friction between the current tenants and the college administration. "Administrators consider moving Grees back to dorms" reports on the possibility of moving Greek Life back to Armington and Bissman Hall in order to better use the houses on campus. The Features section has articles on staying on campus during Winter Break, the Goliard literary magazine, and Men of Harambee volunteering to clean up Mom's. Arts and Entertainment articles report on One Direction's newest release and holiday games to play over break. In Sports, there are articles on women's and men's basketball, along with spotlights on senior athletes.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2012-04-20

Wooster Voice Authors

The headline story "Mateer Hall in need of renovation" looks at the aged Mateer Hall and the calls to accomodate changes made in STEM programs and new developments in teaching. "Residence Life continues to commit to 'residential experience'" details the changes made to housing for the upcoming academic year and new cosmetic renovations made to some of the living spaces on campus. The Voice's Features page details the upcoming SpringFest performances, specifically the "hip-hop oriented" lineup of artists, headlined by DJ Skeet Skeet. Another Features article looks at the history of the "Artful Dodge" magazine. Other articles include a WAC-hosted alumni concert, an interview with a sex expert, and two music majors winning a composition contest. The Sports section focuses on softball.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2012-02-24

Wooster Voice Editors

The headline story, "Scot's Key alochol policy changed," details how the Scot's Key was changed to accommodate the switch from wet and dry lounges being deemed through student election and instead decided by the administration. "50th anniversary of space flight nears" discusses the anniversary of Ohio astronaut John Glenn's accomplishment of being the first American to orbit the Earth. Features articles include information on HIV Tests now being offered at Longbrake Wellness and a Performance Festival Downtown. The Arts section primarily discusses a series of Wooster student-created plays and a review of an album by ATD-I. In Sports, the paper looks at Tennis, Men's and Women's Basketball, and Lacrosse.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2012-04-06

Wooster Voice Editors

In the headline story "Mennonite Church starts pro-student campaign," the Wooster Mennonite Church gave out bumper stickers to its parishioners to show support for Wooster students. "English Department faces changes" looks at the seven professors who left the college after the spring 2012 semester. Features articles include a piece on college students and sleep, as well as college representation of the non-profit Akaa Project in Washington D.C. The Wooster Art Museum hosts the first exhibitions of Senior I.S. artworks. The Sport section details baseball, track, and lacrosse. The last page includes a "Photos of the Week" section and upcoming campus events.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2012-04-13

Wooster Voice Editors

The headline story "Wooster attracts record number of applicants," details the record-breaking amount of applicants, and the reasons and challenges for the success of the college's recruitment strategies. "This March the hottest on record" discusses climate change in the Great Lakes Region. "Student thoughts on campus Greek-Life" polls a random sample of college students based on the opinions of Greek Life at Wooster, as well as Greek Life's connection to drinking culture. The Voice additionally shows information on the Wooster Relay for Life, held at the College, and the upcoming Spring Dance Concert. In Sports, there are articles on men's and women's lacrosse and a women's golf tournament. This issue includes a "Photos of the Week" section.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2012-05-04

Wooster Voice Editors

"APEX to combine academic resources" introduces the new APEX program, announcing that the project would be located in the basement of Gault Library. "Beall Avenue woes continue despite College's efforts" highlights the ongoing issue of pedastrians and discrimination on Beall Avenue. Four monkeys that were descendents of six brought to the College for the psychology department will retire from their roles at the college. The Features page discusses the limitations of diversity at Wooster and plans for Wooster Volunteer Network program houses for the next academic year. The Senior Staff Editors discuss their favorite art and entertainment. In the Sports section, there are articles on women's lacrosse and baseball. The issue ends with "The year in Voice photos"
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2012-08-31

Wooster Voice Editors

The headlining article "Class of 2016: Most selective class yet" talks about the challenges of the tough enrollment process for the 2012-2013 year. "Beall Avenue's new stoplight will monitor foot traffic" details the newly added crosswalk signals to alleviate traffic issues between Lowry and the Libraries, as well as staff needed to act as crossing guards. Other news stories are on a new judicial board to assess Greek Life members, the new APEX program in Gault Library, and dinner returning to Kittredge Hall. The Features section includes articles on a graduate's non-profit to help indegenious Chileans and encouragement for students to vote. The Arts section focuses on the first-year talent show Woo Idol. In Sports, the Voice discusses the upcoming football season, volleyball, and soccer.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2012-09-14

Wooster Voice Editors

The headline story "Wooster creates new fund for student internships" talks about a $100,000 endowment that will work in conjunction with APEX to create internships for students. "Wooster Greek life recognized for 'getting it right'" highlights an online article that deemed Wooster a top college for Greek Life programs. Other articles discuss Obama's popularity after the DNC and the importance of Ohio in the 2012 elections. A Features article discusses the experiences of transfer students at Wooster. The Arts and Entertainment section has articles on the final season of Breaking Bad, the upcoming Space Jam themed covers, and a faculty recital in Gault Recital Hall. The Sports section details soccer, football, and volleyball.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2012-09-21

Wooster Voice Editors

"Wooster celebrates Homecoming 2012" is the headlining article of this Voice issue, showing the festivities of the Homecoming event that year, inlcuding both college-sanctioned and community-created events. "SGA works to find solution for cigarette butt littering" discusses concerns regarding the campus's problem of cigarette butts giving the college a bad image, with a focus on the perspective of admissions. Features articles include "2011 Grad enters music business" and "Thai 1 tasty and affordable." The Features section also includes an article on a workshop at Freedlander Theatre and the start of a Bluegrass Jam in Kauke Hall.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2012-09-28

Wooster Voice Editors

"COW: Tree Campus USA" recognizes the distinction made by the Arbor Day Foundation regarding Wooster's endowment and commitment to maintaining the trees on campus. The front page of this issue also notes the upcoming Woosterfest and the 2012 presidential election. Other news articles discuss an Amish hate crime and problems with less diners at Kittredge Hall. In the Features section, stories include a paranormal club under the direction of professor Abigail Adams and information on a hearing and speech clinic in Wishart Hall. "J.C. Chandor creates film for Robert Redford" in the Arts and Entertainment section look at Wooster alum J.C. Chandor at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Another article in this section lists the top ten iTunes singles of that week. In Sports, there are articles about football, men's soccer, and volleyball.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2012-10-05

Wooster Voice Editors

The headlining story "Wooster hosts Global Queerness Conference" outlines a Wooster-created four day event educating and celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in and out of campus. "Students apply for EPA grant" is about the reaction of students towards the City of Wooster's EPA violations, creating rain gardens to alleivate erosion and problems with storm runoff. The Features section gives information on how to join Greek Life and campaign donations in the 2012 elections. Arts and Entertainment looks at a new novel by J.K. Rowling, an alumni led drum circle, a Mumford and Sons Album, and Dredd-3D. The Sports section features articles about volleyball, field hockey, and football.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 2012-10-26

Wooster Voice Editors

The headline article for this issue is "The College of Wooster celebrates family weekend," featuring some information on the event and an itinerary. Another article looks at "Reduce, Reuse and Recycle week in Wooster," which boasted a week of better sustainability on campus, including presentations and sustainable dining options. Viewpoints look at the upcoming 2012 presidential election. The Features page focuses on local elections in Wooster and Wayne County, along with voting information. In Arts and Entertainment, the Voice looks at new displays at the College of Wooster Art Museum Ebert Hall and an interview with comedians Jamil Abu-Wardeh and Dean Obeidallah for an upcoming peformance at McGaw Chapel. Sports covers volleyball, women's soccer, and football.