Author: Cami Mondeaux
‘We must do more’: Westminster responds to Chauvin verdicts
After a trial that was deemed historic, several leaders of Westminster College issued statements reminding the community that work for racial justice is not over — rather, this is only a short moment in a longer struggle. This comes in response to the guilty verdicts of Derek Chauvin, a former Minneapolis police officer who was found guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and se...
Administration forgoes existing mentor programs to replace with more expansive ‘success team’
Westminster College will forgo the Alumni Mentoring Program (AMP) and the Gold to Grad program — the last two existing mentorship models on campus — after this year, replacing it with a campus-wide initiative that is available to every student. The new program will be developed over the next year, launching in the Fall 2021 semester, according to Emily Tillett, program manager of...
ASW Election: Meet the students running for government
Campaigning for ASW elections began Monday for students to elect the next student government board. There are eight candidates running for the five elected student board and senator positions. Voting opens Thursday and will be open for a 24-hour period. Students can complete the survey through Canvas, choosing their desired candidates for each position. Voting closes Friday and winners will ...
OPINION: How WandaVision brought us back to pre-pandemic life at the perfect time
WandaVision came into our lives near the peak of the pandemic, and it’s provided a much-needed escape for everyone -- Marvel fans and newbies alike.
How a failed ASW Senate bill helped ignite years of food insecurity efforts on campus
Efforts to increase resources pertaining to food and housing insecurity began in ASW Senate during the 2018-19 academic year by former President Jazmin May.
Graduation is on: Westminster to host in-person commencement ceremonies
Westminster College will host its 2021 graduation ceremonies in person, dividing commencement into three groups, according to an email sent out to students Wednesday. The ceremonies will be held outside on the Dumke Field with two guests allotted per student. The college will also live-stream the event for those who cannot attend in person. “We hope to make each of these events impactful whi...
Westminster to provide new tuition insurance program, guaranteeing refund for students facing ‘unexpected hardships’
Westminster College will switch to a new tuition insurance provider at the beginning of the Fall 2021 semester, automatically enrolling students in a program that will provide up to a 75% refund for those who face "unexpected hardships," the school announced Thursday.
Administration urges students to remember masks in public spaces, citing violations in dining areas
Administration officials at Westminster College sent two emails over the last week, urging students to wear masks in public spaces after reports of noncompliance in the Shaw Student Center.
ASW reports 19% decrease in budget with nearly half toward scholarships, associate pay
ASW reported a 19% decrease in its overall budget for the 2020-21 academic year, according to its annual report released at the end of December. Almost every area experienced a moderate decline in funding, with ASW scholarships and associate leader pay now making up about 44% of the total budget. ASW funding comes directly from enrollment through the $55 student activity fee. Because Westmin...
President Dobkin responds to violence, unrest in DC calling it ‘an attempt to subvert’ democracy
Westminster College President Beth Dobkin responded to the violent protest outside the U.S. Capitol Wednesday while Congress prepared to certify the presidential election, calling it “an attempt to subvert democratic processes.” After the chaos within the nation’s capital subsided — which forced an emergency recess and a shelter-in-place for Congressmembers inside the build...
Monday on a Friday? Spring semester begins at end of week to compensate for holiday weekend
As Spring semester approaches, Westminster College will debut a new schedule beginning on a Thursday -- with an academic Monday, held on a Friday, immediately following.
COVID-19 hotline will be available to students for virus questions, school policies
A newly-implemented COVID-19 hotline will be available during the first three weeks of the Spring semester, addressing questions about the coronavirus and school policies.