Last week, a writer suggested that the college use the fight song to promote campus unity. As an alumnus who did learn the fight song, I have no desire to subject the current student body to this clumsy text. If we are going to direct our energy to teaching students our college songs, we should...
There stands at Columbia University in New York a bronze statue of a seated woman, arms outstretched, welcoming all who wish to study. She balances a great book on her lap. She holds a scepter or mace. And she is crowned with a laurel wreath. A plaque on the base names her. She is “Alma...
This past Monday evening, juniors and seniors made their way to the Searle Center for free drinks, dinner, and a pitch from the 1844 Society on why they, recent graduates, should part with their money for the sake of their alma mater. Some attended the dinner, if only for free drinks and dinner. But they...