Bush, George W.

This issue includes articles on the 2004 national campaign for President, where students debate the political philosophies of the candidates, John Kerry and George W. Bush. The social media website, Facebook invades the College campus. Further discussion regarding Michael Moore's refusal to reschedule his lecture at Dickinson. Controversy over College shirts bearing the phrase, "Go Hard Big Dick." The Student Senate passes a resolution to begin a nightly shuttle service to off-campus housing.

Springfest occurred, met with good weather and mixed reactions from the student body. The first annual Deli Night was well-attended. Keith Rodgers and Skip Stevenson are doing a 50-hour radio marathon for autism. A lip syncing contest capped off Greek week 2001. The Student Senate held their last meeting of the year. Morgan Hall won the Freshman Olympics. Adam Ferullo reviews President Bush's first 100 days in office. A poll of students reveals that most freshmen are pleased with Dickinson, but that half of them have considered transferring.

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.