On a chilly fall evening in November, I interviewed Skidmore's Student Government Association (SGA) new President, Geraldine Santoso ‘22, succeeding Issy Mejia ‘23, about her involvement on campus and her hopes and goals in her new position. She stands as the first BIPOC woman to be elected into the role of President. Santoso, a dedicated double major in Anthropology and International Affairs and minor in Asian Studies, holds many positions on campus, such as being a member of clubs and working in different academic departments.
Read moreThe Center: A New Landmark for Diversity Conversations at Skidmore
This semester, Skidmore has signified its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), by launching a new hub on campus to house these conversations and related offices. Located at the heart of campus, on the second floor of Case Center, The Center opened its doors to the Skidmore public on Friday, September 24th.
Read moreIt's Not Cancel Culture, It's Liberty
YAL is not any of the things it claims to be. It is riddled with hypocrisy and paradoxes, only wanting to further its own agenda by using dubious language and antagonizing those who are brave enough to call YAL what it really is: a platform for right-wing extremists and a license for hate speech. The rejection of YAL’s petition was not a violation of individual liberty, but rather an example of how individual liberty can be virtuously harnessed for the good of the greater community.
Read moreWhy We Don't Need Any More "Political" Clubs on Campus
I think the goal should be to create different areas for expression outside of the political spectrum. Many students are overwhelmed with the number of political events occurring daily, and as we become adults, we must stay on top of current events. This can be very exhausting. Clubs should be outlets for students to express their interests and find new passions and that we should shift our focus from trying to create political safe-spaces to just creating safe spaces.
Read moreHIPS and Bare: Are They Really the Same?
Underrated when it comes to Skidmore clubs, HIPS and Bare are often mistaken for each other. But if not, there is this assumed competition between the groups. Can we finally answer answer whether HIPS and Bare are the same?
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