From the Archives: Pride Month
By Clara Franklin | June 23, 2025The Day of Silence Project, founded in 1996, encouraged students to remain silent for a day to protest the silence surrounding LGBTQ+ issues and to raise awareness about homophobia.
The Day of Silence Project, founded in 1996, encouraged students to remain silent for a day to protest the silence surrounding LGBTQ+ issues and to raise awareness about homophobia.
From The Purple Shadows breaking into the Dean of Students’s office to multiple student athletes accused of honor code violations, the graduating class’s four years were a wild ride.
The University announced plans for a 120,000 square foot performing and visual arts center and art museum, claiming the project has been on the horizon for many years.
This selection of important University happenings tells of an orgy in the Webb Lounge, presented by the Counselor’s Committee on Human Sexuality, as well as a reassignment of lawn residents to the McKim Nursing Dormitory after condemning the lawn for inadequate facilities and pestilence.
The women’s basketball team secured their spot in the Sweet 16 after a 72-67 win against the Florida Gators and a 71-68 win against the Dartmouth Big Green.
The University Police’s first female captain, Sylvia Bailey, discusses the impact of her gender on her ability to do police work.
A new trend noticed in 1954 was the shift from traditional Valentine’s day cards for serious romantics to more comical options to give out to your friends.
The University’s Students for Environmental Action hosted a conference called Energy Unplugged, where experts gathered to present on environmental issues such as energy efficiency and global warming.
Students who participated in a University-sponsored study abroad program in the Soviet Union over winter break recounted their experiences, which included visits to Moscow and Leningrad.
In 1977, Elizabeth Taylor captivated a packed Helms Theatre with insights on her career and personal life, including her favorite role in “Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” and candid opinions on Hollywood.