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The Oldest College Weekly in America. Founded 1868.

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University Responds to ‘Dear Colleague’ Letter, Announces Federal Policy Working Group

Samantha Wotring, Editor-in-Chief March 14, 2025

In light of recent changes taking place in higher education due to executive orders and other announcements by the Trump administration, Colgate University has updated the campus community on its response...

Heretics Club Relaunches Lunch Discussion Series

Heretics Club Relaunches Lunch Discussion Series

Henry Galicich, Contributing Writer March 14, 2025

The Colgate University Heretics Club relaunched this semester with the Spring 2025 theme “We Disagree! (But We Do It Well!),” continuing a long-standing lunchtime discussion series that was suspended...

Faculty, Students Prepare for Potential Impacts of Limited Research Funding

Faculty, Students Prepare for Potential Impacts of Limited Research Funding

Chloe Liversidge, Assistant News Editor March 14, 2025

In February, Colgate University celebrated its designation as a research university from the Carnegie Foundation. In the same month, the National Institute of Health (NIH) under the Trump administration...

Brief: Annual Cookie Pie Eating Contest Postponed

Brief: Annual Cookie Pie Eating Contest Postponed

Samantha Wotring, Editor-in-Chief March 7, 2025

The annual Senior Class Gift Committee Cookie Pie Eating Contest was postponed due to a rise in gastrointestinal illness and the flu in the Colgate University area. The contest was originally set to take...

‘Israelism’ Screening Sparks Discussion on Jewish Identity

Grace Coleman, Contributing Writer March 7, 2025

A screening of “Israelism,” a documentary exploring shifting perspectives on Jewish identity, particularly among younger generations was held on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at Colgate University. The film examined...

Updated Laundry Machines To Be Installed in Colgate Residences

Emmett Dowd, Contributing Writer March 7, 2025

New washers and dryers will be available for student use in every residential facility throughout the coming weeks. On Monday, Feb. 24, the first wave of upgraded laundry facilities was installed on campus. The...

Extreme Weather Conditions Cause First Full-Campus Closure of the Year

Extreme Weather Conditions Cause First Full-Campus Closure of the Year

Anivartin Daga, Staff Writer February 28, 2025

Many students, faculty and staff awoke early Monday, Feb. 17 to a phone call from the Colgate University Weather Decision Group announcing a full campus closure — including classes and in-person events...

ALANA Reopens Indoor Spaces As Roof Repairs Near Completion

ALANA Reopens Indoor Spaces As Roof Repairs Near Completion

Avery Degus, Staff Writer February 28, 2025

Colgate University’s Africana, Latin, Asian and Native American (ALANA) Cultural Center wrapped up the reconstruction process of the building’s roof following damage that ensued from severe weather...

Colgate Announces Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph as Keynote for Arts, Creativity and Innovation Weekend

Emma McCartan, Head News Editor February 21, 2025

Netflix co-founder and former CEO Marc Randolph will headline Arts, Creativity and Innovation Weekend on April 4 at Colgate University. The annual celebration falls from April 4 to 5. As shared in a...

William R. Kerr Lectures on How Migrants Enhance Economies

Ava Romano, Contributing Writer February 21, 2025

The Lampert Institute for Civic and Global Affairs featured William R. Kerr, the D’Arbeloff professor of business administration at Harvard Business School, as a part of the Lampert Institute Speaker...

Urging Caution, University Updates International Student Travel Guidance

Molly O’Brien, Staff Writer February 21, 2025

International students traveling outside of the United States with Colgate University groups have been advised that potential restrictions spurred by the Trump administration might complicate their trips...

Matthew Makofske Presents on Racial Disparities in the Use of Pretextual Traffic Stops

Matthew Makofske Presents on Racial Disparities in the Use of Pretextual Traffic Stops

Claire Matula-Osterman, Contributing Writer February 14, 2025

The Division of Social Sciences hosted a brown bag presentation given by Assistant Professor of Economics Matthew Makofske on Thursday, Feb. 6. Makofske presented his research on racial disparities in...

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