SGA: The Sept. 24 Open Meeting
The SGA open meeting is a weekly event on campus. Not everyone can attend them, so here is what was discussed on Sept. 24.
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Contradictions from SGA During Open Meeting
The Student Government Association holds an open meeting weekly for the campus community to ask questions. But SGA cannot always give clear answers.
Read MoreSGA: What They Discussed on September 10
The Student Government Association holds weekly open meetings for the entire campus community to attend. This is what they discussed from the Sept. 10 meeting.
Read MoreSGA: What They Discussed on September 3
The Student Government Association (SGA) hosted its weekly open meeting today. All members of the Wilmington College community are invited and encouraged to attend these meetings as it is a direct form of communication to the student government. Approximately 8 people attended the meeting. They represented SGA, Sodexo, and The Witness. Below are the topics presented by the SGA board of the Sept. 3 meeting: Cody Martin, the vice president of administration, had nothing to report. Chase Menchofer, the vice president of faculty, alumni, and trustees, reported that he is…
Read MoreSGA: What They Discussed on August 20
The Student Government Association (SGA) hosted its weekly open meeting today. All members of the Wilmington College community are invited and encouraged to attend these meetings as it is a direct form of communication to the student government. Approximately 14 people attended the most recent meeting. They represented SGA, APB, Residence Life, Sodexo, DTA National Agricultural Honor Society, and The Witness. Below are the topics presented by the SGA board of the Aug. 20 meeting: Cody Martin, the vice president of administration, reported that Org Fair with the theme of…
Read MoreCollegiate Farm Bureau: “Hunger is About Power.”
As a part of the Earth Day festivities on campus this previous semester, the on-campus chapter of Collegiate Farm Bureau hosted their newly-developed “Hunger Banquet.” This unique event was designed to teach students and help them recognize the growing issue of food inequality and how the global food supply is vastly unbalanced.
Read MoreQuaker Tank: Students Compete for $1,250
The Quaker Tank debuted on April 24, and, despite an error in the publicity, the event had a great turnout. The night started with a welcoming commentary by Sue Lucas, an assistant professor of marketing who served as the evening’s moderator. Lucas explained the rules, introduced the judges, and brought out the contestants. The judges included: Brad Heys, Johnathan C. Mckay, Trevor Shoemaker, Paula Stewart, and Sherry Weller. Ryan Wiemken was the first student to pitch his idea. His idea was for a family dairy farm he plans to name…
Read MoreCSA: Transforming a Dull Corner into a Vivid Display
Because of Giving Tuesday, the Wilmington College biology department was able to obtain a unique opportunity: an impressive fish tank that serves as both a learning opportunity and a fascinating attraction. “The fish tank has multiple purposes. One is to engage students and generate interest in biology by presenting them with organisms they may never encounter otherwise. We will also use the aquarium for several classes—we can take samples and observe numerous microscopic organisms that live on and around the corals,” said Elliott Zieman, an assistant professor of biology. Currently,…
Read MoreThere’s a New Kind of Buzz on Campus
The Swarm, previously known as The Quake, is Wilmington College’s annual service day! On Saturday, April 27 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., students will be participating in multiple service projects to give back to the community. Some projects are even happening on campus. The Service Leader Executive Board will be tabling in Pyle until Friday, April 26 to allow people to sign up before the event. One of Wilmington College’s core values is service, so come and join your peers to give back to the community you love. This…
Read MoreBlood in the Water and Money Up for Grabs
Tim Burgoyne, an assistant professor of management, along with his business class students, is hosting an event called “Quaker Tank” in the Hugh G. Heiland Theater on Wednesday, April 24. Doors are scheduled to open at 5 p.m. with the event starting at 6 p.m. Included is free admission, free catered Subway during intermission, and the opportunity to win prizes such as gift cards in a raffle. This brand new event is inspired by the hit TV show “Shark Tank” that airs on ABC. Eight students who dream to have…
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