Kappa Sigma walks for Parkinson's, Capital Area Transit joins with Dickinson to launch a new public transportation service, Dining Services changes meal plans, Dickinsonian interviews new Senate President Austin Davis'15.
Dining services adapt for the new class, Student Senate enacts bylaws, alumnus return to campus to gain support for LGBTQ Bill, and Pre-Orientation sees 50% growth in the second year.
Dickinson's Dining Services introduce "meal exchanges," student organization J Street U holds their first event "Vigil for Peace," the Office of Engagement and the Dickinson Fund collaborate to announce the "Devils' Advocates" program, U.S. Army Colonel Joseph R. Nunez discuss policy changes in reaction to ISIS activity, and the Trout Gallery holds their opening reception titled Arbus Frank Penn: Masters of Post-War American Photography.
Relay for Life kicks-off, Stephanie Balmer leaves the position as dean of admissions, Errol Huffman begins as new Head of Dining Services, Timeflies play alongside Chiddy Bang during MOB's 2013 Fall Concert, and the Dickinsonian interviews Ted Neeley.
Dickinson reacted to the Boston Marathon bombing. Students used "Take Back the Night" to protest against rape and violence. Dining Services experienced a negative reaction to technological changes.
Dickinson Dining Services refutes the rumor that they put laxatives in their food as doing so would cause major issues with the state. As a response to Penn State's regulation of Greek parties, Dickinson's Interfraternity and Panhellenic Councils consider such reforms as registering parties to prevent run-ins with public safety or the police. The First in America campaign makes its off-campus debut, beginning with its Philadelphia launch. Dickinson participates in the nationwide "Up 'til Dawn" campaign to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
This is a special issue of the Dickinsonian, published in response to Dr. Martin Luther King's assassination. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4th, and four articles were written about the assassination in this article. One profiles student reaction, one profiles faculty reaction, one shows town leader reactions, and one discusses Rev. Joseph Washington's views on the future of the Civil Rights Movement. Students and faculty participated in memorial services for King.