Overcommitment – Gordon’s Cultural Conundrum
By Katie Simpson ’20 Editor-in-chief I think we’ve all had a conversation that goes something like this: Person 1: How are you? Person 2: I’m good really busy. Probably not going to sleep tonight. I […]
Opinion
Examining Gender Constraints Through Questions
By Shinae Lee ’19 Opinion Editor How much of what you think and believe has been influenced by family, friends, your culture and society? It can be easier, or safer, to adopt sets of values […]
Redemptive Friendships For Justice – A Reflection
By Jordan-Mary Bellamy ’20 Contributor “Each of us had something to learn from the others and something to teach in return. If any were away, we missed them with regret and gladly welcomed them when […]
Internet Filters Preventing Student Research?
By Matt Fong ’20 Contributor For years, Gordon College has used web filters on its computer network to ban particular websites from being accessed by students and faculty. Some people praise the system for preventing […]
Who Let The Dogs Out? Canines With A Purpose
By Shinae Lee ’19 Opinions Editor Have you noticed anything different at Gordon this year? Perhaps the sudden rise in canine population on campus? Since January 1st, 2017, Gordon’s Resident Directors have been allowed to […]
Student Explains Support On Possible DACA Repeal
By Mason Brennan ’19 Contributor I support the Trump Administration’s proposal to remove DACA. My support, however, has nothing to do with the belief that undocumented immigrants are criminals. What guides my opinion is my […]
DACA Repeal Inspires Student Support of Dreamers
By Kayla Alvarez ’20 Contributor September 5th, 2017, was another normal day for me. I woke up, attended class, finished homework, and then went to sleep with a maternity pillow with the safety and comfort […]
On the Importance of Student Voice – Regarding Changes to Lane
by Joe Bandy ‘19 Contributor When the email announcing changes to Lane was sent out a few months ago, I, like most other students, was ecstatic. Let’s be clear: Lane food isn’t the poison we […]
Letter to the Editors – Regarding Pay Disparity
In the March 29 edition of the Tartan, reporter Liam Adams does a very good job reporting on the complex topic of College finances. It was also a story in which he sat down with […]
Lawrence Students Learn about Green Chemistry
by Shinae Lee Contributor We always hear about incredible missions’ trips to faraway places. Videos with soothing instrumental music in the background oftentimes showcase the trips, featuring smiling children and Gordon students serving a particular […]