The annual Mid-Winter Sports are set to be held. Bosler Hall is filled with the music of the YMCA, Glee Club, Mandolin Clubs of the college and the Lyric Club of Carlisle. Freshmen "attempt to imitate their elders in the vile habit of burning the weed" in the annual Freshmen smoker. The Delta Chi fraternity holds a roller-skating party for St. Valentine's Day.
Elocution instructor Lucretia McAnney recites a lecture on Shakespeare in Bosler Hall. The college YMCA and Glee Club offer a concert. Judge E.W. Biddle gives an instructive lecture on "Carlisle old and new." The Pennsylvania Gamma Chapter of the Pi Beta Phi fraternity gives a Valentine's reception and dance in Assembly Hall.
General John Eaton and Captain Richard Pratt addressed the student body, the former remarking on the recognition of God in public services. Phi Kappa Psi celebrates St. Valentine's Day by hosting a reception. The ladies of the Smalley Concert Company put on a stirring performance.
Judge John E. Jones III '77 who has recently ruled in several intelligent design decisions to speak at graduation. Controversy over the unrecognized existence of Sigma Chi continues. Record breaking admissions statistics for the class of 2010 allow a more selective admissions process. Eating disorders hit home with the experiences of Ben Wegemer. Seniors stage talent show to raise money in memory of Rudy Kelly. Valentine's Day gift ideas for the hopeless. Kim Kalish presents Weiss Prize project.
A new social space was opened for students on the corner of Louther and College Streets. There are an abundance of opportunities for students to work on campus. 50 freshman participated in the Emerging Leaders Retreat over winter break. Six students selected nineteen paintings by artist Ralston Crawford for the newest exhibit at the Trout Gallery. Adam Ferullo writes a column about the auspicious first two weeks of George W. Bush's presidency. Rick Recht, a Jewish rock musician, played at the Depot on Saturday night. Five students were asked their best and worst Valentine's Day gifts.