By Owen Baker As you begin to turn off fans, close windows, and toast in your rooms from the heating, is Sudafed becoming your main medicine? We seem to be consistently congested in the fall and winter months of our Denison careers. We brush it off, saying it was because of “frat flu” or COVID—but…
Month: February 2023
How do Denisonians Feel about Lacrosse on Campus
By Paul A. Djupe Many sports do not have strong demographic connotations. Football, baseball, basketball, and soccer are all interracial and span social classes. But lacrosse, like yachting or equestrian, would seem to say a lot about the participants. The Salt Lake Tribune headline says it all, “Lacrosse is known as a sport played by…
Do Denisonians Approve of Adam Weinberg?
By Will Duquette Political leaders depend on core political constituencies and, presumably, depend on those well-served by the government to hold on to power. That’s interesting to think about in the context of a college president. It is not quite the same, given that there are no political parties to contest elections for college president….
Is There Social Pressure on Conservatives at Denison?
By Lucas Partridge Denison University is known for its left-leaning leanings, which begs the question – does this create an atmosphere where political minorities feel the need to keep their beliefs to themselves? It’s a question that has been on many people’s minds, especially those who believe that conservative voices are silenced on campuses across…
Procrastination, Energy Drinks, and the Sorority Girl’s Lifeline?
By Alex Lazo Every school break I tell myself I am going to start packing a few days in advance, and every semester I fail to do so. Now, if you know me or any girl that hoards as many clothes as I do, you understand that procrastinating for my 9 hour trek back to…
Do Denisonians think the United States is becoming less democratic?
By Will Duquette It is no secret that the United States of America is becoming increasingly polarized, which presents all sorts of problems for the political process – engendering hate, undermining compromise, and encouraging people to skirt processes that might benefit the other side. Given this, we thought it prudent to analyze the thoughts of…