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The Colgate Maroon-News

The Oldest College Weekly in America. Founded 1868.

The Colgate Maroon-News

Colgate’s Ice Cold Truth

Colgate’s Ice Cold Truth

Ellie Krusemark, Contributing Writer September 20, 2024

As someone who prefers ice-cold water, I know the battle to find it here at Colgate University is real. The water from all drinking fountains on campus is lukewarm — which doesn’t work for me. Therefore,...

’Gate Take: First-Year Orientation Groups Shouldn’t Be as Isolated

’Gate Take: First-Year Orientation Groups Shouldn’t Be as Isolated

Noah Rose, Contributing Writer September 13, 2024

Adapting to the college environment as a first-year is unquestionably demanding. Most incoming students are faced with a litany of stressful challenges — academics, socializing, freedoms, etc. — and...

Studying Abroad Should Be a Requirement of the Colgate Core Curriculum

Studying Abroad Should Be a Requirement of the Colgate Core Curriculum

Noah Rose, Contributing Writer May 3, 2024

Traveling abroad is undeniably remarkable. When immersing oneself in a culture different from one’s upbringing, the education obtained from these experiences goes far beyond what is taught in a classroom....

’Gate Take: Colgate University’s Core Curriculum Will Help You in the Long Run

’Gate Take: Colgate University’s Core Curriculum Will Help You in the Long Run

Antonia Shannon, Contributing Writer April 26, 2024

The campus, the academics, the alumni network, Division I sports. These are all examples of the many reasons why our current study body applied to Colgate University, but one that you might not hear too...

‘Gate Take: How to Thwart Colgate’s Puddle Pandemonium

‘Gate Take: How to Thwart Colgate’s Puddle Pandemonium

Jason Mrosla, Contributing Writer April 19, 2024

As college students, we trek across campus using the designated walking paths — rain or shine. However, due to the typical Upstate New York weather, we most commonly experience the former. One would...

’Gate Take: The Need for Increased Drug Safety, Campus Resource Awareness Among Colgate Students

’Gate Take: The Need for Increased Drug Safety, Campus Resource Awareness Among Colgate Students

Lily O’Connor, Contributing Writer April 19, 2024

In the wake of the overwhelming amount of recent drug overdoses across the United States, my initial reaction was one of disbelief. How could such tragedies persist despite the heightened awareness surrounding...

’Gate Take: Walk Like a Penguin Through Snow-Covered Campus Paths

’Gate Take: Walk Like a Penguin Through Snow-Covered Campus Paths

Jason Mrosla, Contributing Writer March 29, 2024

As a Colgate University student, you must accept the inevitable snowy weather. The whimsical winter landscapes create postcard pictures for social media posts and prospective student brochures. However,...

‘Gate Take: Colgate Should Increase Concentrations Offered Within Majors

‘Gate Take: Colgate Should Increase Concentrations Offered Within Majors

Ellie Krusemark, Contributing Writer March 8, 2024

In the college environment, the looming question of “What’s next?” is ever-present. As a first-year student, I’m constantly fielding questions about my future from family and friends who want to...

Making Space for Disagreement in Student Journalism

Emma McCartan, Assistant News Editor March 1, 2024

As college students, we often wonder how we can make a change on campus. Is it by taking on a multitude of leadership roles? Is it by joining the dining advisory committee? While these are all possible...

’Gate Take: Institutions Like Colgate Should Normalize a Culture of Accessibility on College Campuses

Hope Sacco, Contributing Writer February 23, 2024

It’s practically a rite of passage for Colgate University students to condition themselves to the rugged terrain that covers the majority of campus. The phrase “rugged terrain” is a euphemism in...

’Gate Take: Winter Break Is Too Long

’Gate Take: Winter Break Is Too Long

James Sexton-Holtmeier, Contributing Writer February 2, 2024

For the last week, I have been reacquainting myself with some of the many fantastic people, restaurants and events that Colgate University has to offer. Yet I can’t help but feel slightly cheated and...

True Crime Media’s Niche Celebrities: Turning Murderers Into Profit and Spectacle

True Crime Media’s Niche Celebrities: Turning Murderers Into Profit and Spectacle

Ciara Sanders, Staff Writer February 2, 2024

TikTok’s new influencer of the month is a 32-year-old convicted felon named Gypsy Rose Blanchard. After serving seven years of her 10-year sentence for the second-degree murder of her mother, she has...

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