The Guilfordian

Awards Convocation

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

On April 15, President Kent Chabotar and the Convocation and Celebrations Committee hosted the annual spring awards celebration, honoring more than 100 recipients for achievements in academics, teaching, service, and leadership.

Author Anna Quindlen speaks in the Bryan Series finale

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Pulitzer Prize-winning author and columnist Anna Quindlen spoke at the War Memorial Auditorium April 14, marking the end of this year's Bryan Series. The speech, entitled "Choices and Changes," focused on two major components of Quindlen's life: reading and
journalism.

CCE SGA officers announced for 2009-2010 school year

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

CCE/SGA officers are elected for the 2009-2010 school year. Jessica Butler reveals plans for upcoming school year. CCE SGA is currently preparing for the first annual Spring Fling, where they will formally announce the newly elected officials

By law changes seek to transform Senate practices

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Senate passes bylaws changes that will lead to reallocation of budget responsibility to the standing committees. This will allow Senate to become a body that works on policy.

Guilford choir performs premiere of Ireland tour

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Last Sunday the Guilford choir, chamber singers, and guitar ensemble premiered the concert which they will be performing during their upcoming Ireland tour.

Guilfordian named best college newspaper of '08

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Every November, The Guilfordian submits two newspaper issues to the American Scholastic Press Association's "Annual Contest/Review for Scholastic Yearbooks, Magazines, and Newspapers." This year, the contest named The Guilfordian the "Most Outstanding College Newspaper for 2008.

Sustainability Council loses faculty members

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Two faculty members resigned from the Sustainability Council recently, leaving it currently without faculty representation.

"Busted" movie screening teaches how to use rights, not lose them

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

"Busted: A Citizens Guide to Surviving Police Encounters" was shown on April 15 in Boren Lounge and followed up by a Q&A with Assistant Professor of Justice and Policy Studies and former New York state police officer Will Pizio.

Panel speaks on black men's lives,experiences

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Black Men's panel is an eclectic mix of personality and an incredible array of complex responses.

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week featured a series of events aiming to educate and motivate students. At the Faces of Homelessness Panel, currently and formerly homeless people spoke about their experiences.

New scholarship honors former professor

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Newly endowed scholarship honors the legacy of Edward Burrows who was committed to non- violence, racial justice and anti-discrimination. Henry Cordeal was awarded the scholarship for his dedication to trying to understand the flaws of the current economic state.

Bonjour, là, Bonjour

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The lights came on and illuminated a circular stage with seven costumed actors sitting on wooden benches. What would follow, on April 17 and 18, would be two hours of conversations depicting a variety of personal and familial issues, as the theatre studies senior company performed the play "Bonjour, Là, Bonjour" by Michel Tremblay.

A common place at a common time

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

An unlikely friendship between an elephant and a dog at an elephant sanctuary in Tennessee serves as an example of how a common place at a common time breaks down barriers and forges attachments that won't be broken.

Graduation and you: where to, what for, and with whom?

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

We're all freaking out, stressing over papers and the looming event-horizon of graduation, and yet many of us are already starting to freak over what comes next. The economy is in shambles, and the dreams we saw take shape in the 90's during the Silicon Valley dotcom boom lie broken and hopeless. What is a Guilford senior to do?

Online Dating Service for Sugar-Daddies

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

A new online dating service has just sprung up, catering towards affuflent males seeking younger beauties

One year, two stories: students reflect on 2008-09

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The spring semester's classes turning into credits and the trees changing color means only one thing - summer is almost here. And as a first-year student of Guilford College I would like to thank everyone for a great school year.

The future: it's not what it used to be

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

I vividly remember standing in the never-ending line outside Founders waiting to get my first Guilford I.D. and the key to my Milner dorm room.

A letter from next year's Editor in Chief

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The passage of time is measured differently when one works for a newspaper. Semesters at Guilford pass in a flurry of pages, issues, and stories. I remember February not because of the month it was, but because of the What the Hell?! Con center spread that we printed.

Piracy in Somalia leads to hostage situation

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Navy SEALs rescued hostage Captain Phillips from three pirates. Yet the question remains how the US and other nations deal with the rise of piracy.

Thai military puts down protests

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Three-week-long protests came to an end in Bangkok, Thailand on April 14, days after protesters shut down the Asean summit. The demonstrations represent of greater political instability in the country.

China drafts first human rights action plan

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

In light of rising internal attention and criticism pertaining to their country's abuses of human rights, the Chinese government has drafted its first piece of human rights legislation.

Swimming pool to be filled, future location of swim meets unknown

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

On April 15, the swim team gathered in the Warrick room in Ragan-Brown Field House with Athletic Director Tom Palombo, Mike Merkel, the P.E. center facilities manager, and Jon Varnell, the associate vice president of operations and facilities. They were told that the severe damage to the pool had forced the college to decide to fill in the pool over the summer.

Men's lacrosse headed to the ODAC tournament

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Men's lacrosse won their first ODAC game since 2005 on April 4 against Virginia Wesleyan. The boys begin tournament play on April 25.

Senior day ends in loss for women

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

On April 18 the Guilford women's tennis team celebrated Senior Day and played Virginia Wesleyan, losing a close fight with a 5-4 match score.

Men prepare to face Washington and Lee

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

On April 18 Guilford men's tennis saw victory against Virginia Wesleyan and sealed their seat in the ODAC

2008-09: A memorable year in Guilford sports

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

"Good luck" are words of encouragement often used in sports. This simple phrase suggests that "luck" can determine a contest's outcome.