Large signs proclaiming an anti-war resolution peaked students interest last week, increasing the attendance at the weekly Student Government Association (SGA) meeting on Nov. 7. The proposal brought forth by Inter-Campus Liaison Senator Katie Rohach 05 outlined a similar proposal to that which Carleton passed earlier this year. The resolution, if passed, states that the Student Senate of St. Olaf College, speaking on behalf of the student body, supports exhausting all peaceful means for the United States before entering in a war with Iraq.more...
Love at first sight is said to only happen once in a lifetime. According to Economics Professor Tony Becker, speaker at the Father/Daughter Banquet, this is not necessarily true. Love at first sight also happens the first moment a father sets eyes on his newborn daughter.
As the Northfield News reported on November 9, 2002, the students descended on Northfield Amaco last week to raise awareness in Northfield and take part in a nationwide protest against the drilling. The protest could be deemed a success, except for a few key errors.more...
Anton Chekhov's "The Seagull" challenges young adults to face the complex issues of love, rejection, family relationships, money and change. It encourages audiences to emerge strong like the hearty bird " who can live on garbage if required, to keep going." Tom Stoppard translated this dark comedy into a lighter version revealing the harsh realities of life and the importance of perseverance.more...
On Nov. 9 the Ole Volleyball team showed St. Thomas and everyone in Shoenecker Arena that good volleyball is all about confidence, teamwork, and most of all, a passion for the game. more...
Preserving our past is important for preserving our future. In understanding the experiences of our ancestors one can better understand how our culture has helped to shape who we are. more...
