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The Wilson Billboard March 25, 2011 Wilson College Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Vol. XXXXIV, No. 6

Library Welcomes Renovations for a Long Awaited New Heating System

by Xiaomeng Li The John Stewart Memorial steam heat, which is created by Library at Wilson College expects boiled water. “It is old-fashioned to begin a heating system renovation and very corrosive,” says Murphy, this summer.

“The pipes in the wall are rusted On Wed, Feb. 16, Mary and now are bad enough that Hendrickson, Vice President of the steam is running in the walls Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty, instead of in the pipes.” The steam as well as Jim Fisher, Vice President leaks and heats up the floor, which of Finance and Administration, sent causes issues like paint peeling off out an all-campus email. They state: the walls. “[A]ctions will be taken to resolve The hottest spot in the library problems with the heating system in is the women’s restroom. Murphy the John Steward Memorial Library… says the floor of the restroom We recognize that the library is reaches 200 degrees Fahrenheit. the academic heart of the college.

In fact, the heating system has Physical plant staff have discovered caused problems for quite a few that piecemeal changes to the aging years. “But it is always an isolated heating system at the library are no problem,” says Murphy, “It only longer cost-effective or judicious…” started to accelerate shown by the The library experienced severe computer classroom downstairs.” problems with its heating system in Murphy describes the current the beginning of this semester. As a condition of that room as “a beauty result, the computer lab, study rooms, spot turned to a nightmare.” She lounge and the women’s restroom says that classroom used to be in the basement of the building are one of the most popular spots in all closed to the public so that the the library. When the library staff library can vent some of the heat discovered the heat leakage in that outside. Right before Spring Break, room, they fixed it with the help the library also decided to close the of Physical Plant. However, “The The doorway to the computer lab and lounge blocked during renovations periodical room downstairs to the pipes broke down the line and other Photo by Xiaomeng Li public. Only library staff can retrieve places in the basement were also the periodicals upon patrons’ requests. affected. And we realized that it was the whole system that needed to be Alexandre Howard ‘13 says, “I used the computer lab and classrooms fixed,” Murphy recalls. downstairs quite a bit. It was very quiet downstairs and had excellent ‘study Dean Hendrickson acknowledges that the heating system in the library feel.’ I would love to see the downstairs of the library renovated.” is a “long-term problem.” Although Physical Plant “remedied small Beth Bush ‘11 says, “I used to go to one of the rooms in the basement of portions,” the entire situation “could not be easily resolved.” the library with a group of friends. Now we have to sit in someone’s room On Fri, Feb. 25, the Buildings and Grounds Committee of the Board of or try to find a spot in one of the lounges on campus.”

Trustees, which consists of representatives from faculty, staff, students and So what exactly is the problem? According to Kathleen Murphy, Director cabinet, had a regular meeting and discussed the problem of the library. of John Stewart Memorial Library, the heat system in the library utilizes continued on page 2

Student Recieves Awards At the Regional Women’s Gymnastics Championships, Alex Howard qualified for the National Championship competition as an all-around competitor. Several other gymnasts achieved career high scores at the competition as well.

Story on page 8.

Photo courtesy of Mandy Grahn

HIGHLIGHTS

Multiple Thefts on Campus Disregard Wilson’s Honor Principle page 3

“Living on the Edge” Simulates Living Life Below the Poverty Level page 6

BSU Works Hard to Revive the Club page 5

Juried Art Exhibition Draws Student Artists page 12

Editorial-Opinion

Editorial Japan’s Disaster Provokes a Re-examination of Wilson’s Emergency Prevention Strategy

by Xiaomeng Li Recently, it seems that the planet Earth is not so happy. It is only March, but the world has already had countless disasters. Many of them have been earthquakes. According to United States Geological Survey (USGS), 18 significant earthquakes happened since the first day of 2011, affecting countries such as Argentina, Chile, New Zealand, Pakistan, China and most recently, Japan.

On Mar. 11, Japan was hit by the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in its history. As I am writing this editorial, the magnitude has been revised from 8.8 to 9.0 by the Japan Meteorological Agency. A devastating tsunami followed and engulfed a number of towns on the Eastern Honshu island, the main island of Japan’s chain of islands. What is worse, the nuclear plant in Fukushima had an explosion with four reported injuries the day after the deadly quake. In the days that followed, more explosions happened and the crisis of the nuclear radiation leak was hightened. People around the world also started to wonder if it would be a more serious case than Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant’s radiation leakage in 1986.

In addition to the overwhelming realtime newsfeed about the megathrust earthquake and tsunami, people around the world also learned something about Japan from a different perspective.

Japan is an earthquake-prone country. However, even though people there might be used to earthquakes, this particular one was still unprecedented.

Thanks to Japan’s strict building codes, the country ensured that the buildings could resist high magnitude quakes and this saved millions of lives. Japan’s disaster prevention education is everywhere in people’s daily lives. Schools and companies teach emergency evacuation and survival techniques at the beginning of the orientation and always hold mock practices. There are also museums dedicated to earthquake and disaster prevention education. With all these preparations and practice, when people faced a real devastating situation, they could handle it with calm and order.

I was particularly moved when I saw a photo in which people gathered outside the buildings after the quake but no one blocked the sidewalk or did anything chaotic at all. Another photo shows that numerous people were stuck in the subway station waiting for the train, but everyone was standing in line with patience. Additionally, from the people I follow on Twitter who were in Japan, I learned that the government and corporations worked hard to make the victims’ lives easier. For example, vending machine retailers made their products free for people to obtain. People could also take food from convenience stores and the government paid for them. I was simply moved by the calm and composed status of the Japanese people and the truly people-oriented creed of the authority.

Let us zoom out a little bit. In addition to the earthquake, some other disasters happened at the same time. Even Wilson experienced the heavy rain alert in the beginning of March. On Wed, Mar. 9, Wilson published a heavy rain alert. An all-campus email reminded students, faculty and staff to move their vehicles away from the creek and other areas that could easily be flooded or experience high water. The same warning also appeared in the dining hall.

Although I appreciate the fact that Wilson took the weather forecast seriously and informed the community of potential danger in advance, I think it was not enough because there were more things the school could have done to inform people thoroughly, as well as show its real concern for people’s safety. For example, equine students said that the bridge to the Equestrian Center was shut down on Thurs. and the school did not send an email. “What if there had been an emergency at the barns or the farm?” one student asked. Even though Wilson sent out an email alert, it remained unknown if the college had any plan if any of the buildings on campus really flooded. Warning is different than taking action. It would be too late

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if we just watched the water rise and cleaned up the mess afterwards.

It would be great if Wilson could give everyone on campus a detailed and clear plan of what measures would be taken in case something like a flood happens. What should we do? Where should we go? What if somebody could not check her email or does not have a cell phone when an alert like this is sent? How could the college make sure everyone is contacted? I understand there is a crisis response plan on the college’s website, but do people in the community really know how to follow and implement it since we never have mandatory mock practices?

Compared to the horrible earthquake and tsunami in Japan, our flood alert may seem insignificant. However, what Japan has taught us is the importance of the preparation and education of how to deal with disasters.

It also shows us how social institutions implement a people-oriented approach to respecting and treasuring every life. Only when people are well-prepared and trust their government and institutions they belong to can they keep their integrity and stay as one in any emergency. Hence, the case reflected by Japan is an important one for any institution, including Wilson.

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Billboard reporters will, if requested, check with sources for accuracy in quoting interview sessions. continued from front page The library staff made a slide show with all the problems that the library currently experiences. “The committee was dismayed to see the deterioration of the library,” says Hendrickson.

At the meeting, the committee decided to hire an engineer to thoroughly study the heating system and choose the most appropriate new system for the library. Fisher put up ads identifying a firm that offered the most qualified engineer with the best price.

The library estimates the cost of renovation to be $100,000 to $200,000.

But according to Hendrickson, the engineer will determine the cost based on his examination of the library. The committee expects the engineer to come by the end of Mar. or the beginning of Apr. Murphy says, “The whole series of events of the library caused the college to take a look at it. This is a good thing in a way because the library has been neglected as a building by the college in the past.” In addition, Murphy mentions that, not only the library, but “maybe the buildings next door such as Warfield and Lortz need to be checked too because they were built in the same period and now having the same heating problems.”

Hendrickson responds that, “The priority is now the library. We have been watching Warfield carefully and if problems develop, actions will be taken.”

The renovation will begin after this year’s graduation and go on throughout the summer to ensure minimum inconvenience for students.

TheWilsonBillboard March 25, 2011

News

Young Chinese Pianists Visit Wilson and Experience Chambersburg

by Xiaomeng Li

On Wed, Feb. 23, a group of 33 Chinese guests came to Wilson College for a short visit.

The chinese visitors, including 16 young pianists aging 6 to 22 and their parents, spent a few days in San Francisco, Calif. for an international piano contest before visiting the east coast.

With the coordination of Rev. Clifford Liu, a Chinese pastor who frequently helps with Wilson’s international admission, the group made Wilson one of its touring spots.

The group arrived at Wilson on Wed. afternoon and toured the campus. Since they only planned to stay for Young pianists present a mini-concert in a night, Paul Miller, the Thompson Hall Chapel Photo by Xiaomeng Li director of International

Student and Scholar Services at Wilson, planned a special experience for them.

Before the Chinese guests came, Miller asked several international students’ “friendly families” if they would be willing to have the Chinese guests over for dinner. Several “friendly families,” which are local families that keep in touch with the Wilson international students, showed their hospitality to the Chinese guests that night.

“We received extremely positive feedback,” says Miller, “the guests were very interested in touring the friendly families’ homes and some asked lots of questions about the structure of the homes.” Miller also mentions that one guest who was an architect even wanted to discuss the heating systems in one of the friendly families’ houses.

After dinner, the friendly families sent the Chinese guests back to Wilson and the young pianists presented an informal but sincere mini-concert in the Thompson Hall Chapel. A total of eight pianists performed, including the six year old and the 22 year old.

Although these Chinese guests did not spend much time on campus, their visit and concert added festivity to campus. After the concert, one friendly family said that, “it was a shame that not many people knew about their visit, and this wonderful concert should definitely be seen by more people from the community.”

Miller also comments on the significance of this event: “Events such as this sometimes create lifetime friendships and make our worlds smaller and more meaningful... And I believe that any time we can showcase Wilson College to international visitors, it can be a marketing opportunity for future students. In fact, one Chinese visitor, an eleventh grader, expressed interest in making application to Wilson College.”

Multiple Thefts on Campus Disregard Wilson’s Honor Principle

by Seolhee Baek

Two banners disappeared from the Wilson College Women’s Studies Lounge. The banners were missing before Thurs, Feb. 10. Even though the Women’s Studies Lounge banner was returned, the Children’s Corner banner is still missing. Moreover, a few weeks ago, 200 lollipops were stolen from the Academic Support Center (ASC). Paula C. Kellinger, Assoc. Professor of Dance, says, “It is upsetting that the members of a community have worked to make the space welcoming for everyone, made investments of time and financial resources, and others have chosen to take something away.”

Vickie Locke, Director of ASC, asserts that the missing lollipops belonged to the student community, so they should be for all students who use the ASC, not one specific person. Locke is certain the people who took the lollipops are students of Wilson. A student who was using a computer witnessed the theft. After they stole the lollipops, only an empty jar remained on the table. Locke says, “The Academic Support Center operates under the Honor Principle, and the door of ASC opens all day for students’ use, unlike other offices. Nevertheless, this has never happened before. It hurts me.”

Despite the fact that students took the lollipops, it is hard to conclude that a student of Wilson College also stole the banners. However, it happened at Wilson College, and clearly disappointed the Wilson community. Leslie Hoover ‘13, Secretary of WCGA, expressed her disappointment about the missing banners. Hoover says, “Very often I feel students take for granted the very relaxed and open atmosphere of Wilson College because they often go about their daily business without giving much thought to it.

Banners were missing from the Women’s Studies Lounge Photo by Seolhee Baek These occurrences do show there are individuals who still test the college’s boundaries.”

Both Kellinger and Hoover say this incident financially damaged the school and broke the Honor Principle. Despite the happenings, Kellinger mentions that she is happy that the banner for the Women’s Studies Lounge was returned, and hopes the other signs would be as well.

The Summer and Fall 2011 Course schedule is now available on the Wilson College website.

Follow the link to Academics, then Registrar and then Registration.

The schedule is also linked on the main Wilson webpage.

You can also go directly to the information by clicking http://www.wilson.edu/wilson/asp/content.asp?id=2758.

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News

Gettysburg Professor Delesalle Discusses Flower Sex Allocation

by Xiaomeng Li

On Tues, Feb. 22, Prof. Véronique Delesalle came to Wilson and gave a lecture in the Smith Auditorium.

Delesalle is the Chairperson of Biology at Gettysburg College. Her academic focus includes evolutionary ecology, plant mating systems and sex allocation. Her lecture at Wilson was entitled “Sex and the Single Flower: Sex Allocation Patterns in the Genus Clarkia (Ongraceae).”

Delesalle started her lecture by saying that, “Plants are ‘kinky.’” She told the audience that her initial interest was in the reproductive system of birds, but later found plants were “easier to keep.” Her lecture focused on the gender specialization of flowers and discussed the evolution of “selfing.” “Selfing” means that polygamous plants mate with themselves. She also showed photos of her field research in California.

Delesalle is the first speaker of this semester’s Science in Society Seminar Series. Amy Ensley, Director of the Hankey Center, says, “Prof. Delesalle was recommended by several staff members at Wilson who knew her research. One of the recommenders was Amy Lucadamo, the Hankey Center archivist. She was an undergraduate at Gettysburg College and Prof.

Delesalle was one of her favorite professors.” Ensley also mentions that Delesalle’s field “is closely related to Prof. Altfeld’s.”

Laura Altfeld, Assist. Prof. of Biology, brought her entire Contemporary Biology class to Delesalle’s lecture. “I thought the lecture was very interesting and included a wonderful combination of explanations on genetic, reproductive and evolutionary mechanisms,” says Altfeld. She also likes the entertaining style of Delesalle’s lecture.

Both faculty and students enjoyed Delesalle’s lecture. Amina Saidou Assane ‘11, who is in Altfeld’s class, says, “Prof. Delesalle’s presentation was great in that it highly contributes in my understanding of the biology course I am taking. It was amazing to see how the flowers’ lives are constructed and their mating system.”

The next Science in Society Seminar will feature Prof. Judith Bond, Chair of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Penn State College of Medicine, according to Ensley. Bond will give a public presentation on Mon, Apr. 4, in the Smith Auditorium.

WCGA Establishes Office Hours

Please Keep in Mind the Parking Regulations

Prof. Delesalle presents a lecture titled “Sex and the Single Flower: Sex Allocation Patterns in the Genus Clarkia (Ongraceae)” Photo by Xiaomeng Li

by Alyse Lynch

Beginning in the spring semester of this academic year the Wilson College Government Association (WCGA) implemented office hours.

“Office hours are a way for the executive council to become more accessible and visible to campus,” explains WCGA President Stephanie Bachman ‘12. According to Bachman, WCGA set aside office hours for the Wilson community to communicate with executive council members regarding any issues or concerns they may have on campus.

“We would hope that students will take this opportunity to tell us their thoughts about Wilson, and how WCGA can help make their time here better,” says Bachman. The executive council as a whole dedicates 32 hours towards office hours, Mon. through Fri. Bachman explains that in addition to hearing questions and comments from students, “Office hours are also intended to increase officer productivity so that our goals for the year will be successfully completed.”

Students on campus are aware of WCGA office hours, but not what hours they actually occur. “In the evenings? I think 7:00pm through 9:00pm,” guesses Adrienne Mitchell ‘11. Students have more than one resource to find out the times. Mitchell elaborates, “I know a couple of people on WCGA or I could read one of the e-mails they sent out.”

Office hours are posted outside the WCGA office in Lenfest Commons.

Bachman invites the Wilson community to take advantage of office hours.

She says, “Please feel free to drop in whenever you have a moment, leave us a note, or send us an email if you would like to schedule a meeting.”

For more information on WCGA office hours, check on the schedule on its office door or contact wcga@wilson.edu.

Check out the new online courses for Summer and Fall.

An email notification will go out as soon as courses are available.

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All community members are expected to follow the regulations as posted at www.wilson.edu/parking •The lot behind Laird is specifically designated for Visitors and Commuters.

•The CVSM lot behind Lenfest is designated for CVSM permits only.

•The Lenfest Drive is unrestricted at the end closest to Edgar (no overnight parking) and the end, by Norland, is designated Admissions and Conference visitors.

•The lot behind Lortz and along the tennis courts is designated for Faculty, Staff and Commuters from 7:00am-11:00pm Mon-Fri. •The lots along Park Avenue between the Science Center, Warfield and the Library are designated for Faculty and Staff 7:00am5:00pm Mon-Fri and then Commuter 5:00pm-11:00pm Mon-Fri. •Lot I, between the Science Center & Rt. 1, is designated for Commuters.

•The South/Riddle lot is designated for Residential with the exception of the few spaces designated for Alumnae visitors.

Security is and has been ticketing. If you see an issue, please call 717-372-2255 to report it. Security will follow up as soon as they are able.

TheWilsonBillboard March 25, 2011

Clubs

BSU Works Hard to Revive The Club

by Yuhan You

Muhibbah Club members pose in their costumes. From l to r: Mariam Khalifeh (Lebanon), Yuhan You (China), Jing Luan (China), Supriya Thapa (Nepal) Photo Courtesy of Yuhan You

Muhibbah Dinner Gains Success and Resonates With the Theme of Unity

by Jyotsna Dhakal

In Malaysia, one word that unites all its numerous races into a country is “Muhibbah,” which means “unity” and “harmony.” This word also brought together International and American students at Wilson and more than 130 people during the annual Muhibbah dinner held in the Jensen Dining Hall.

Hosted by the Muhibbah Club, the international dinner, themed “Every ‘Peace’ Fits,” took place on Sat, Mar. 5.

The program started at 6:30pm and the Muhibbah Club members received guests in their traditional costumes. The excitement of seeing the myriad colors of costumes from different countries, all in one place, was not limited to just the guests. Seungyeon Hyeon, Muhibbah member and a Korean exchange student, says, “The dinner was very exciting. It was quite an experience to see students in those unique traditional clothes from more than 10 countries work together.”

The event began with introductions and the recognition of President Lorna Edmunson for her continuous support to the international community at Wilson. Chaplain Rosie Magee said the blessing, and the international dinner followed. Wilson students, faculty and staff, international students’ friendly families and the members of the local community enjoyed a menu consisting of various delicacies from nine countries: Jollof, a chicken dish from Ghana, a variety of beef dishes from Korea, Ireland and Armenia, and vegetarian dishes from Lebanon, Nepal and China were the main courses. Mousse Au Chocolat and Banane Chocolat from France and American Shoo Fly Pie made up the dessert menu.

Performances by the Muhibbah Club members followed the dinner.

Guests enjoyed a traditional South Korean fan dance, an Indian contemporary dance, an Armenian dance by Anush Petrosyan and a piano solo

by Jing Luan. The students’ hard work showed in their performances. SeungYun Cho, another exchange student from Korea, says, “We practiced around three weeks almost every day, and the dance improved steadily.”

The club members sang “We are the World,” to end the program.

The event received positive feedback from the guests. “I think the dinner went well. They appreciated both the food and the performances,” says Lauriane Massin, the French teaching assistant and co-President of Muhibbah. People who took care of dining services seemed pleased with this year’s dinner, too. “I thought this was the smoothest Muhibbah Dinner in my five years at Wilson College. Fantastic job to all the club members!” said Food Services Director, Tim Dawe.

Paul Miller, Muhibbah’s advisor, was pleased with the dinner. “Many people approached me to offer their compliments on what they felt was the ‘best food and performances ever,’” Miller said. “We collected over $900 in ticket sales, a healthy amount of sales,” he adds. Muhibbah will donate the money collected to a world organization that promotes peace.

Are you familiar with the name BSU? It is the Black Student Union (BSU), one of the student organizations that used to be very famous on campus. This club has a long history and has held a lot of events over the years. After a short hiatus, the club prepares for its new start. These days the members of the BSU get together and try to make the club active again.

The BSU aims to educate Wilson community members to know more about African-American culture. “I have been working with the club for at least 15 years and during the years, this club has been active in various community services and events,” said Lisa Woolley, Assoc. Prof. of English and advisor of the BSU. These days, all the members of the group make efforts to revive the BSU. Members have their meetings on Tues. nights and they focus on team-building. Christin Warner, one of the members of the BSU, pointed out, “The most important thing for us this spring is to build a strong team so that we have a good start. However, we could also have great events this semester.” Woolley describes the general plan and goal of the BSU, “We have only met a few times so it is still a little early to plan for the specific events, but I think everyone is in the agreement that they would like to do educational programming as well as community service, along with the chance to socialize.” jared halter, the Assist. Dean of Students, is helping them build the structure and get started organizing the group. “I feel very glad to be their ‘supporter.’” he says, “All the girls are so excited to revive the club and all of them have really good ideas.”

The BSU members are working hard for their team and are willing to have more people join them and support the club. For more information, contact Tracy Adams at tracy.adams@wilson.edu.

Orchesis Prepares For “On Edge” Spring Performance To Challenge The Mainstream

by Brooke Ketron

Wilson’s modern dance ensemble, Orchesis, is putting on the final touches for their Spring performance in April. This year, the theme of the dance(s) focus on the idea of working on the cutting edge, “art you don’t see in mainstream media,” says Paula Kellinger, Prof. of Dance and advisor of Orchesis.

The performance will be held in the Appenzellar-Buchanan Dance Studio. Kellinger states, “The dancers are able to focus in a different way [in comparison to the Laird stage] in the studio. There is a process of creating the work and presenting it in the best way possible, developing a level of sophistication.” The performance will host several pieces of modern dance choreographed by Wilson students and staff. The lack of variety in dances, as in past performances, creates a more consistent and controlled experience for the audience. “At first exposure to modern dance, people don’t always know what they’re looking at,” Kellinger explains. “The audience doesn’t need to worry about ‘getting it’, it’s an individual response. People need to not be so hard on themselves.”

Orchesis students have taken a more serious approach to the performances this semester, including active promotion. On Mar. 8, Orchesis students dressed in costume and posed as real life props around campus at 7:30am, 12:00pm and 1:00pm. “Students have been very excited and are serious workers. I’m very proud of what they’ve accomplished and it’s nice for everybody to see what they’re doing,” Kellinger remarks.

Students are also enthusiastic about the work they have done and are preparing to exhibit. “We‘ve been working really hard all semester and it’s really nice to be able to perform for the community,” said Briana Doscher ‘12, secretary of Orchesis, “It’s really fun to work with a group and meet a bunch of different people all over campus that you would not normally meet.” continued on page 12

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Features

Commencement Speaker Hazel Henderson to Demonstrate Wilson's Mission of Liberal Arts

by Xiaomeng Li Recently Wilson publicized this year’s Commencement Speaker at the All-College Forum. Hazel Henderson, a world-renowned author, television producer and economic futurist, will earn an honorary degree and give the commencement speech.

Henderson, who is now 76 years old, is the founder of Ethical Markets Media, LLC and the creator and coexecutive producer of its TV series, according to her website. She is also an author, independent economic futurist and worldwide syndicated Hazel Henderson, 2011 Commencement columnist. Her editorials appear in Speaker Photo courtesy of Veronica 27 languages and in 200 newspapers syndicated by publications all over Martinson Photography the world. She advocates equitable ecology, sustainable human development, and socially responsible business and investment.

“Henderson is the proof of the mission of liberal arts education,” says Robin Herring, Assist. to the V.P. of Academic Affairs, “She is a wellrounded individual and in tune with liberal arts. She can tell the students that the sky is the limit. You can do anything you want to do if you try.”

Henderson’s career focuses on a wide range of domains, but her expertise in television production concerning global economics and sustainability are of particular interest to the college. Herring says that, “Henderson’s knowledge of political theory, global economy, sustainability, as well as writing will definitely be inspiring for students to think in a global type of way.”

Herring explains the process of selecting the honorary degree recipients.

First of all, the campus community nominates candidates. Second, the

honorary degree committee, which consists of staff, faculty and Mary Hendrickson, Dean of Academic Affairs, reviews the nominations and brings them to the college President. The President brings candidates for the Board of Trustees to review and approve. Finally, the college President meets with the senior class president to select the final recipients.

Alaina Hofer ‘11, president of Class of 2011, says, “What we can expect from Hazel Henderson is a rousing speech that depicts her love of activism as well as engaging within the Wilson tradition. I also think the students will learn how dedicated she is to her cause and how Wilson women are just as dedicated to what they believe in.”

There will be two recipients of an honorary degree this year at commencement. In addition to Henderson, Rev. Jim Brown, a former member of the Wilson Board of Trustees, will also receive a degree. This year’s commencement weekend is from Fri, May 20 to Sun, May 22. As usual, it will include events such as the senior bash, senior class garden party and passing of colors and the daisy chain.

Search Committee Reveals the Next President

President Lorna Duphiney Edmundson and Trudy Blair announced Dr. Barbara K. Mistick, Wilson’s next president. There will be a reception on March 31.

Top photo by Sarah Martin Right photo by April Davila

“Living on the Edge” Simulates Living Life Below the Poverty Level

by Janessa Demeule Feed the family or pay the heating bill? Sell family heirlooms to pay this month’s electricity bill or live in the dark? Many Americans thrown into poverty make these kinds of judgments each day to survive. Last month, over 70 participants lived for two hours on the edge of poverty. They faced those decisions that many face each day.

“Living on the Edge” is a poverty simulation that was held at Wilson by the Wilson College Chaplaincy program on Tues, Feb. 22. It was sponsored

by Circles Chambersburg. Circles is a national organization that works to end poverty and the stereotypes surrounding it in the United States.

Circles Chambersburg is community-driven and led by the nonprofit South Central Community Action Programs. The purpose of this simulation was to open the eyes of the community to the plight of poverty. Chaplain Rosie Magee, head of Wilson College’s Chaplaincy program, hopes that this simulation brings understanding and change in the participants lives, “People may have some sense of what it means to be poor or to not have the resources necessary to make it from month to month, but when you go through a simulation like this, it becomes very real. It provides a level of understanding for those who live under that sort of stress constantly. This situation is all too familiar for many in our community. Hopefully, this event promoted honest dialog which is the first step in equipping ourselves to take action and make a difference.”

Participants were split into families of varying sizes. Some were families of four, others were single-parent homes, and there were even independent

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seniors. Each family had one month, or 60 minutes split into four 15 minute weeks, to figure out what was necessary to keep them alive. This involved negotiating with the welfare system, finding housing, schooling, child care, transportation, food provision, health care and many other life necessities, with limited resources and provisions. There were also tables representing homeless shelters, banks, pawn shops and jails to simulate hardships that poverty stricken families face each day. As each week passed the participants’ frustration grew because they were not able to make ends meet. At the end of the first hour, the simulation was over. The second hour consisted of discussion and reflection.

The simulation made an impact on those in attendance. Selena Sunderland ‘12 left feeling blessed and believes the simulation was a good experience because, “it opens your eyes to the way other people live their lives, and it makes you appreciate your own.”

Though the simulation is over, the fight against poverty is not. Chaplain Magee points out that, “Participants got a window into the world of ‘Living on the Edge’ of poverty – the anxiety, the juggling of resources, the time constraints, the frustration of working hard and yet falling further and further behind. The simulation ended but for the working poor it doesn’t end, it is the reality of their day-to-day lives.”

Many Americans still live in poverty. If you have any interest in helping out the community or in Circles work please contact Jon Rabers of Circles at (717) 263-5060 x320.

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Features

Wilson Celebrates Women’s History Month

by April C. Davila On Tues, Mar. 8, President Barack Obama declared March Women’s History Month. Wilson celebrates Women’s History Month on campus.

Assoc. Prof. of Sociology and Director of the Women’s Studies Program, Julie Raulli, says, “We want to look at the accomplishments throughout American history. This includes the struggles and accomplishments of African Americans, American women, Latinos, Asian and Native Americans… of all ethnic groups.”

According to Raulli, events take place every week in March and “focus on the contributions of women.” A decent number of people participated.

Raulli says, “If action is taken to break the judgement that exists over the rise in status of women then they will be able to attempt larger arenas that they have not tackled yet.” Attending any one of these sessions fosters the change in gender biases and stereotypes.

Women’s History Month has an immense impact on the Wilson community. Students taking courses in Women’s Studies participate by giving presentations, panel discussions and exhibits of their work.

The occasion heralds women’s participation in history that has not been highlighted yet. Timmi Morton ‘13 says, “I haven’t attended any sessions, but I believe that we should continue to have them. Anything that raises awareness of women’s issues or women’s struggles is positive. It is why Women’s History Month is so important.”

Raulli says, “Many colleges are also celebrating.” Obama makes it clear that women are the “future” and are “among the top leaders of the world.”

He publicizes how much women have accomplished in history. Women have tackled biases since the turn of the century. For instance, Raulli says, “they are still paid less, and that is a problem.”

Women’s History Month is a reflection of the college’s contributions to various academic disciplines. Although women still continue to struggle in public arenas of social life, the events challenge these ideas to reinforce women’s achievements.

Raulli stresses that having a “focus on uncovering and digging of our part in women’s contributions and knowledge” prepares us for the larger arenas that women have not tackled yet.

Next Event for Women’s History Month “Left Out of the Club: The Ongoing Struggle for Equal Rights for Women”

Attend a presentation focusing on the current status of equal rights for women in two key areas: employment and education.

Presenter: Dr. Sara Grove, Professor and Chair Dept. of Political Science, Shippensburg University When: Mon, Mar. 28, 6:30pm Where: Allen Auditorium *Refreshments will be served*

Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to attend the final program celebrating National Women’s History Month at Wilson College.

Sponsored by the Women’s Studies Program and the Hankey Center. For more information contact Julie Raulli ex. 3281 or Amy Ensley ex. 3279

As one of Wilson Women’s History Month events, Xiaomeng Li gives an artist’s talk at her photo exhibit reception in the Women’s Studies Lounge Photo by April C. Davila

An Exciting New Course Added for J-Term 2012

by Jyotsna Dhakal What started as a conversation between Chaplain Rosie Magee and the Assist. Dean of Students, Becky Hammell, materialized into a Wilson College J-Term 2012 course named “The Reformation in Britain.” The course runs from Jan. 3 to 22, 2012. It consists of learning inside and outside the classroom. The course is a historical study of religious reformations that agitated England and Scotland in the sixteenth century. Chaplain Magee will instruct the class along with various guest speakers.

“The Reformation is a movement rather than a one-off event. We are going to be looking at the events that are happening in mainland Europe from the perspective of Britain,” says Chaplain Magee. The Reformation in Britain will examine how Henry VIII’s conflict with Pope Clement VII set off a sequence of events resulting in England’s break from Rome.

The broadly historical course emphasizes the emergence and development of Protestantism in England and Scotland. In addition to studying these movements within the European context, students will also study their legacies in Western culture, notably in the U.S., Chaplain Magee says, “All the Protestant denominations that we see at present can in some way trace their roots back to the Reformation…We are going to see what the legacy is in the U.S., because it is not some kind of far-off distant event…We are still living out the effects of that movement. ” The tuition cost for the course is the same as that of a standard J-term course and the travel price is $2,000. The travel component, centered in London and Edinburgh, consists of a guided walking tour of London with an emphasis on Reformation landmarks, like Westminster Abbey, Hampton Court Palace, the Tower of London and the Globe Theater, and a sightseeing tour of Edinburgh including the Walter Scott Monument and the Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, Abbey ruins, Edinburgh Castle and much more. “Everywhere that we’re going has got something to say about the Reformation in Britain and that is why we have chosen them,” says Chaplain Magee.

Chaplain Magee believes that not only is this an important area of study for Wilson students, but the experiential learning involved brings learning to life and complements classroom learning. She states that the transformational elements that accompany cross-cultural experience are equally important. She says, “When we get to be in another culture, we broaden our world…we learn about ourselves as much as we learn about others.”

Chaplain Magee is extremely excited at the prospect of looking back at this movement. “The whole topic is fascinating in itself. To get to retrace some of it is such an asset,” she says. She hopes that this becomes a part of what Wilson routinely offers to its students.

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continued from front page The Wilson Gymnastics team recently competed in their regional Championship, where the gymnasts excelled both as individuals and as a team.

On the weekend of Mar. 5, the Wilson gymnastics team traveled to Cortland, New York to compete in the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Division III Women’s Gymnastics championships. At this competition, the team had their best meet of the season, and many of the gymnasts received their top scores of the season.

Mandy Grahn ‘13 says, “It was a really fun meet with a great atmosphere, which helped everyone

contribute to the team.”

Alex Howard ‘13 had an outstanding meet. She scored a career high balance beam score of 9.0 and also qualified to compete at the National Collegiate Gymnastics Association (NCGA) Division III National Championships on Fri, Mar. 25 and Sat, Mar. 26 at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. This national competition consists of the top three teams from each regional conference, as well as the top individual qualifiers for each event and all-around. Howard qualified as an all-around competitor, so she will be competing on all four events: vault, uneven bars, balance beam and floor exercise.

Head coach Kirsten Mull says, “It is so exciting that Alex made Nationals – it’s such an accomplishment! I am so proud of her!”

Howard’s teammates also performed well. Several gymnasts received career-high scores.

Laura Beck ‘12 scored a career high on the balance beam (8.95) and season high on uneven bars (8.45): Beth Bush ‘11 scored her season high on balance beam (8.55) and all-around (31.25): Mandy Grahn ‘13 received career high scores on floor exercise (8.75) and all-around (33.3), and a season high score on vault (9.075): Monique Pare ‘11 had her career best score on floor exercise (9.1): Sam Vance ‘11 had

her career best all-around score of 35.6. The team as a whole performed well, scoring a season high of 171.2.

The gymnasts were not the only ones who excelled at the competition. Coach Mull was awarded the ECAC Head Coach of the Year.

Coach Mull said, “It is such an honor to get this award!” Previous Wilson gymnastics coach Amy Martelli received this award last year.

Grahn and Mull are both looking forward to next season. “It was a good meet to end the season on.

I feel like we peaked at the right time. Next year I want to continue where we left off and just keep improving,” Coach Mull said.

Three Seniors Do Their Last Flips for Wilson College Gymnastics

by Laura Beck

favorite part is rocking out to the The gymnastics team is sadly Hoedown Throwdown and breaklosing three outstanding seniors ing school records on the floor exerthis year. All of them contributed cise. She is never afraid to try a new to the team’s success and will be skill and performs a greater variety greatly missed. They contribute of skills than anyone else I know. to their team both athletically and Monique Pare ‘11 is an incrediacademically bly dedicated by making it “I don’t know the team gymnast. Her on the Dean’s without them. I don’t know improvements List regularly. throughout what to expect next year, the Sam Vance years ‘11 has been have been but it’s going to be awe- well-earned an amazing some!” -Mandy Grahn captain for the as she works past two years. hard at every She is a great listener and is not single practice. Never challenge afraid to speak up on someone’s be- her at dancing because she will beat half. Her outstanding performances you hands down. Her floor routine on every event have contributed is proof of this! She also contribgreatly to her team’s scores. Her utes to her team on every event

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and does it with style. In addition ance beam, and floor exercise and will whip out a to her athletic bar routine when contributions she contribher team needs utes artistiher to. Planning cally by makand organizing are her jobs when ing awesome it comes to the team banners and hair gym and she is always willing to ribbons for competitions. take charge when we transport our Beth Bush equipment to ‘11 is a great the field house team supportSam Vance, Monique Pare, and Beth for competitions. er. She is alBush after their senior meet ways pushing These three Photo courtesy of Caileigh Oliver herself and her have all been teammates to never give up. Try- a great support system both ining a skill over and over again until side and out of the gym. They are she gets it right is her specialty. She all loved by their teammates and contributes a lot on the vault, bal- will be greatly missed next year!

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Two Seniors Play Last Game under Wilson Hoops Athletes of the Week

by Maggie Sipps

Over the past four years the Phoenix basketball team made major improvements, and seniors Alaina Hofer and Megan Dennis have been a huge part of that. This season the team finished with five wins and 20 losses. Many games were very close with the Phoenix only losing by a couple points. The future for the team shows great promise, but the seniors presence will be missed.

Hofer filled the role of captain on the team and brought both talent and passion. She finished her career barely missing the 1000 points club. Hofer is proud of her ability to set mean screens that sometimes resulted in players being left on the floor. As a post player, she took control under the basket.

Dennis has always been the comedic relief during hard practices.

She brought hustle and aggressiveness to the court. Her strong defensive skills were a huge asset that the team relied on.

Mia Doyle ‘11 Tennis

Doyle, Wilson’s #1 singles, defeated her opponent from Stevenson University 6-1, 6-0. Doyle, along with her doubles partner, Tessa Doyle, also won at #1 doubles 8-4.

Megan Dennis and Alaina Hofer pose with their senior gifts after their last home game Photo courtesy of Shelly Novak

As a team, the Phoenix shared some great memories. For instance, they have taken the rocket-ship van all the way to New York and made fun of the fact that there are more stinkbugs on the court than play-

ers during practice. The team will definitely miss their two seniors next season. However, their legacy will continue on and contribute to the future success for the basketball program at Wilson.

Spring Sports Hope for Strong Start of Seasons

by Hannah DeMoss

Spring sports are underway! The lacrosse, softball, and tennis teams have been working hard to create strong seasons.

The lacrosse team has played two games so far. They played Ferrum on Mar. 9 and Hollins on Mar. 12.

They have a busy season ahead of them with a schedule of 15 away games and just four home games.

The lacrosse team also picked up several new players. Beth Bush ‘11 states, “Lacrosse is off to a solid start. We have five new players on the team who are picking up the game quickly as well as a solid bunch of returning players who really bring depth to the team. While we haven’t won a game yet, we’ve scored multiple goals in each game and our defense is becoming much more solid.”

The team must work hard to get through their busy season. Head coach Kelly Buikus says, “We are working hard each and every day to get better and master the fundamentals. We had a close game against Hollins and we are working on fix-

ing the things that were revealed to us in the game. The Wilson lacrosse team is hungry for a win.”

The Wilson softball team also has a busy schedule. They played double headers against Mary Washington, Peace, Easton Mennonite , and Roanoke. Head coach Brett Cline states, “Our softball team has not been on the field since February. Our players are ready to start putting their skills to the test! April will be a busy month with many games. We have the team making great things happen this season.

We need the Wilson community to help with their support. Hope to see many fans this season. The biggest wins we had last season was when we had the largest fans in attendance.”

When asked how she thought her team’s season would play out, Vicki Wilcox ‘11 stated, “I feel this season is going to be a great season. The softball team has come together very well. We all have great talent and when we work together as a team, I expect to go as far as the NCAA championships,

but as of right now we are focusing on one game at a time and having fun. Come support our team. We need your help to reach our goal.”

The next home game is Fri, Mar. 25 against Stevenson. Come out and support the softball team.

The tennis team is looking to come out strong as well. They had a successful season last year and want to keep it up. Mia Doyle ‘11 says, “We have been training and practicing extra hard this year because our team goal is to qualify for the NEAC championship tournament. Already I have seen great improvements in our team. We are very excited to have won our first match this season and we hope to have many more victories.”

The tennis team is currently 1-1 with a loss against Stevenson and a win against Trinity. Head coach Mike Ricker states, “After one of the best seasons in Wilson’s tennis history, we are looking to improve this year. We sent two players to the conference championships last year. This year we want the whole team to make the trip.”

Alex Howard ‘13 Gymnastics

Howard placed in the top 10 in 3 events in the ECAC gymnastics meet at SUNY Cortland and finished 4th in the all around for the Phoenix. Her scores have earned her a place in the NCGA (National Collegiate Gymnastics Association) championship in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Mar. 25-26.

Howard was also chosen as athlete of the week the previous week based on her performance in the gymnastics meet against West Chester University where she placed 5th on the uneven bars with a score of 9.1 and finished 3rd in the all around for the Phoenix.

Vanessa Whitfield ‘14 Basketball

Whitfield had 38 points, 22 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 steals for the Wilson Phoenix in the last home basketball game of the season against Penn State Abington.

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Communication Department Announces James Butts as the New Digital Media Specialist

by Laura B. Hans

On Feb. 14, Wilson College’s Communication Department announced James Butts as the Digital Media Specialist. His primary responsibility is maintaining the Wilson College website. He also designs electronic and print publications, photographs events and produces video projects. Debra Collins, Director of Communication says, “I am very pleased to have James join the Communications staff. He brings a lot of experience and talent to the job including website development, design and photography.

In addition, his degree in business and background in marketing are significant additions to the position and department overall.”

Butts holds a B.A. in business administration with a concentration in marketing and small business from Penn State Altoona. He brings experience with graphic design, website management, small busi-

ness marketing and photography to Wilson. He previously designed The Butcher Shoppe’s website, produced marketing promotions for Tri-State Home Theater and designed websites for other local businesses as a freelance website and graphic designer.

Butt’s major project is redesigning the college’s website. With a launch date of this summer, Butts says he “hope[s] to bring a fresh new look to the Wilson College website.” When asked if the new website will load faster, Butt’s response was, “Yes. It is something we will be proud of.” At this point he is working on the migration of content. Collins says, “We have partnered with Snavely Associates and Silverpoint.net to redesign Wilson’s website. Snavely is designing the look of the site, while Silverpoint.net is providing the content management system (CMS). We

Sound Off! Wilson Question and photos by Brooke Ketron

Samantha Caudill ‘14

“The back part where all of the books are. It’s really old and creepy.”

Monique Hawkins ‘11

“I would like to see the basement or the backroom remodeled first.

Those two areas are really oldlooking and smelly.”

The Equine Facilitated Therapeutics Club is selling Smelly Jellies, Room Sprays, and More All items are handcrafted and only $8.00 each Great for offices and dorms!

Ten popular scents!

For more information please contact any member of EFT Club or kleitzell@wilson.edu Orders are due by Mar. 28 and will be delivered by mid-April. All money is due at time order is placed.

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are currently reviewing the content on our current site and considering the content to be imported over to the new site.”

As Wilson College encourages increasing enrollment rates, the new website will gear towards prospective students, but it will also increase the ease of use for current students, faculty and staff. It will include a site map or breadcrumb trail which lists the contents and shows the structure of a website, aiding in navigation. There will also be Moodle site Media specialist has big plans for Wilson College Photo by Laura B. Hans integration. Butts will in- website corporate and utilize social media within the website such as Facebook, YouTube and Flickr. Overall, it will be more user friendly. Butts says, “I’m excited to be here. Even though it is small, I like small businesses and I’m proactive in trying to be in the mix and bring things up to date.”

Which part of the library would you like to see renovated first?

Victoria Perouty ‘14

“The basement. I prefer to study down there because there’s more quiet.”

Leigh Roche ‘12

“The main level. That’s where everybody walks in. It’s the first impression.”

Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition Thurs, Mar. 31 from 5:00-7:00pm Bogigian Gallery, Lortz Hall The exhibit runs from Mar. 31 to Apr. 22 We will also have a Salon des Refusés on the second and third floor studios of Lortz Hall Juror: Janine Davis, artist/owner from Moon Dog Pottery, Mercersburg, PA TheWilsonBillboard March 25, 2011

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Career Corner Career Development Center Suggests Students Take Advantage of Job Fairs

by Alyse Lynch

On Thurs, Feb. 17, Central Pennsylvania Employment Consortium (CPEC) held a job fair in Camp Hill, PA. Admission was free for Wilson College students.

Candidates wishing to attend a CPEC fair must have earned a degree or be pursuing one. According to the CPEC website, the $10 admission fee is waived for students and graduates of CPEC member schools.

It is best not to bring children or guests to these events, as CPEC only allows job-seeking candidates. CPEC suggests that candidates bring many copies of their resumes to the fair.

“I am really thankful that I went to these job fairs because at least these companies can put a face to my resume” comments Shawn Baker ‘11, who attended the Feb. 17 fair. Baker mentions, “I have already had one interview and I have another coming up.”

Wilson College’s Career Development Center (CDC) has useful tips and resources for those interested in attending a job fair. The CDC lists helpful questions to ask such as, “What advice would you give to someone starting in this field?” and “What type of education/experience is recommended to become employed with your organization?” Questions that job seekers should not ask include, “What does your company do?” and “Do you offer free parking?”

“I would recommend everyone to attend at least one job fair to see if they like it. I really feel the benefits are great for one to attend” says Baker.

Those interested in attending a job fair through Wilson College should contact Angela Lynch, the Director of Career Development, at 717-2622006 or career@wilson.edu.

Candidates meet employers at CPEC job fair in February Photo courtesy of Arvind Grover

Opening Reception for Dr. Barbara K. Mistick the Nineteenth President of Wilson College 11:15am on Thurs, Mar. 31 Smith Auditorium, Brooks Science Complex

Join the Fun on Premiere Weekend!

Mix and mingle with incoming students Sing and dance the night away Phantom Shadow Entertainment Sat, Mar. 26 In Sarah’s Coffeehouse from 9:30pm-11:30pm

Doors open at 11:00am

Wilson College 2010 Dean’s List for Full-Time Students

Tracy M. Artz Stephanie J. Bachman Seol Hee Baek Gillian M. Barth Laura M. Beck Casey L. Beidel Emilee A. Beidel Kiah M. Berman Alyssa J. Bernard Elizabeth C. Burcham Lauren E. Burk Elizabeth A. Bush Jessica L. Carpenter Emily R. Carver Seung Yun Cho Amanda N. Clark Megan K. Clark Heather L. Conaway Monica E. Cornett

2013 2012 ES 2014 2012 2013 2011 2011 2012 2014 2014 2011 2012 2012 ES 2014 2011 2014 2011

2014 Jyotsna Dhakal Michele K. Dix 2012 Jessica M. Domanico 2011 2012 Amelia R. Doyle 2012 Tessa L. Doyle Monica M. Drummond 2014 Emma D. Echanis 2014 2014 Mara J. Ehlert 2012 Randy A. Ehrhart 2011 Sarah R. Evers 2011 Lindsay A. Fidler 2014 Colleen M. Flynn 2014 Jeaneva Gagne AD Paul S. Gilbert 2011 Hayley L. Glass 2012 Connie T. Goodwin 2012 Whitney E. Gress Tonya M. Grissinger 2014 Kimberly Suji Helmer 2014

Dana L. Hill 2013 2011 Alaina G. Hofer Leslie A. Hoover 2013 Arianna K. Huffman 2013 Heather R. Humwood 2014 Ian G. Irvin 2012 Heather N. Ishman 2011 Alexi Z. James 2013 Mariam M. Khalifeh 2011 Jocelyn N. Kirchner 2014 Kristen M. Leitzell 2012 2011 Xiaomeng Li Andrea N. Little 2013 Jing Luan 2012 Heather D. Madden 2011 2012 Mary E. Marrero Davidson L. Mayer 2012 Alicia A. Mills 2013 2015 Kaylee B. Moog

2014 Sorita Nhim 2014 Sarah Nicholl Kayla N. Nunemaker 2012 Kacie A. Oberholzer 2012 2014 Caileigh J. Oliver Colleen L. O’Reilly 2012 Ashley E. Overdorff 2012 2011 Monique M. Pare 2014 Meta K. Porcella 2011 Amanda L. Provo 2011 Caitlin E. Reich 2012 Ciera L. Rhodes 2014 Courtney S. Roper 2011 Melissa L. Ruby 2012 Alyssa J. Sabot Amina Saidou Assane 2011 Sierra Amber Schnable 2012 Judith K. Scriptunas 2011 2011 Erica D. Seese

2014 Morgan L. Shadle 2011 Christina N. Shick Adria A. Spikes AD 2013 Brianna N. Sroka 2012 Daric M. Stimely 2011 Kira J. Stone 2011 Teslote Eyob Tadesse Alexandra E. Thorpe 2011 2012 Debra L. Tibbits Jennifer M. Tucker 2011 2014 Hannah R. Tussing 2014 Christine Van Sicklin Katherine L. Voldstad 2011 Christina Sauter Vosburgh 2011 Rachel E. Wachter 2012 2011 Jessica A. Wells 2011 Natalya V. Yashina 2014 Jenna R. Yeager 2011 Stephanie J. Yeager

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Entertainment

Juried Student Art Exhibition Draws Artists

by April C. Davila

The Wilson College Department of Fine Arts and Dance is taking submissions for works of art for the Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition.

Any enrolled Wilson College student is encouraged to enter. The exhibition takes place in the Bogigian Gallery from Thurs, Mar. 31 to Fri, Apr. 22. Lauren Dieffenbach ‘12, a studio art major, fully supports this year’s exhibition. Dieffenbach says, “Not only am I a Fine Arts major, but when you have such a broad subject matter, you get a broader range of diversity in art.” She supports the art scene because “It not only gives the Wilson College campus art group the light, but it gives our tiny town of Chambersburg community artists a recognized name.”

Philip Lindsey, Assoc. Prof. of Fine Arts, invites all the Wilson College community to participate. There is no specific theme for the Juried Student Art Exhibition. “Last year we had pottery, and we even had someone make a dress out of bubble wrap, which was really cool,” says Dieffenbach. She hopes the campus “becomes aware of artists and their talents.”

This year’s exhibition accepts video and film as well as any two- or three-dimensional figures for the jury to critique.

The Bogigian Gallery supports the artists of Wilson College and is open to the entire community. The anticipated Juried Student Art Exhibition “gives it a feel of excitement to anticipate the few artists that will be chosen.” Dieffenbach states, “This year should be better than last year. I would like to see more painting and pencil works of art, but students should be encouraged to enter whatever they feel is their calling of art.”

Dieffenbach says, “Last year there was so much diversity in art form that it became complicated to choose just a few. There were about 30 something works of art chosen out of 50-80 chosen for the gallery.” The gallery asks students with a broad subject matter to enter. If you are an artist in dance, painting, drawing or even graffiti you are encouraged to submit your work.

Leave your submissions with a completed entry form at the Bogigian Gallery in Lortz Hall. You may submit up to four works of art. The sale of work is encouraged but not guaranteed.

Dieffenbach speaks hopefully, “All works of art are exhibited and that is very exciting. Even if you do not sell a piece, you feel great as an artist, plus there is always next year.”

This year’s art exhibition stirs enthusiasm for the undergraduates who have not participated yet. Michelle Ann Wright ‘14 says, “I am an artist, I love to draw and feel that no one can tell us what art is. I create… and likely will attend the art show!”

Brandywine Harp Orchestra performs at Wilson Chapel Photo by Sarah Martin

Harp Orchestra Performs at Chapel

by Sarah Martin

On Mar. 5, a different kind of music filled the Alumnae Chapel. At 7:30pm the Brandywine Harp Orchestra filled the chapel with harp music.

Their songs included selections such as “Brian Bory’s March,” “Swan LK 243,” “Moondance,” “King of the Fairies” and “America the Beautiful.”

Three songs featured dancing. Madeline Schueren danced during “Walking in the Air” and “King of the Fairies.” Pam Dimeler danced during “The Butterfly/Jack Broke the Prison Door/I Got Rhythm.”

The Brandywine Harp Orchestra is part of the Performing Art Series at Wilson. Kathy Lehman, Director of Conferences and Special Events, says that “The Performing Arts Committee at Wilson continues to seek for unique artists and performances that have not been featured in our Series in years past. As we searched for harp groups, we were fortunate to find the Brandywine Harp Orchestra and were delighted with a wonderful performance on March 5 which concluded with a standing ovation from our audience.”

The Brandywine Harp Orchestra began in 2000 when Janet Witman organized the group of 15 harpists. Their website, www.brandywineharps. com, lists a few of their accomplishments, including their participation in the 2009 Edinburgh International Harp Festival. This was the first American Celtic Harp Orchestra to perform there, according to the website, in the festival’s 29 year history.

The Ryan Payne Band

Photo courtesy of The Ryan Payne Band

Samantha Caudill and Maleah Friedline work on their photographs for the Exhibition Photo by April C. Davila

continued from page 5 Orchesis’ “On Edge” Spring performances will be held on Fri, Apr. 15 at 7:00pm and Sat, Apr. 16 at 1:00pm and 7:00pm in the AppenzellarBuchanon Dance Studio. Kellinger encourages the Wilson community to “foster curiosity and give it a try. It’s a happy, productive time for students and their work.” For more information, contact Paula Kellinger at pkellinger@wilson.edu or Briana Doscher at bdoscher@wilson.edu.

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Ryan Payne performed at Wilson Thompson Chapel on Wed, Mar. 22.

The Ryan Payne Band’s infectious hooks and poignant lyrics have been inspiring and encouraging fans since its beginnings. The band pulls from a variety of influences to create their own style of piano and acoustic-based alternative rock and has been privileged to share the stage with national acts including Skillet, TobyMac, Stellar Kart, and DecembeRadio. RPB’s faith-infused lyrics challenge, uplift and reach out as their dynamic music offers a variety of melodic and instrumental nuances to catch the attention of listeners worldwide.

Upcoming Local Shows: Apr. 22: Acoustic show at C&C Coffee on the Chambersburg Square Apr. 29: Opening for Michael W. Smith at Shippensburg University More info at www.ryanpayneband.com

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The King’s Speech: A King Finds His Voice and a Nation Discovers its Leader

by Jonathan Clark

Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter give the three best performances of the year in The King’s Speech, a British drama by director Tom Hooper about a somewhat forgotten figure in British history, King George VI, probably best known today as the father of Elizabeth II. All his life, Bertie (Firth), as the future king was known to his family, suffered from a terrible stammer that no amount of therapy or treatment could cure. As an adult, the years of useless sessions with countless doctors has the prince angry and defeated until his loving wife (Carter) hears about Lionel Logue (Rush), a failed Australian actor and speech therapist known for helping patients deemed by other doctors to be incurable. Begrudgingly, Bertie agrees and undergoes months of strenuous exercise from breathing training to oratory practices.

During this time his father (an imperious Michael Gambon) dies and his older brother David (crowned Edward VIII) becomes King, though his reign is short-lived. Enter Wallis Simpson, a twice divorced American socialite (incidentally born about 20 minutes from Chambersburg) who stole the Prince’s heart years earlier and is now becoming destructive to his new title. After less than a year on the throne, Edward abdicates, throws Bertie in the spotlight.

Continuing his speech lessons, the newly crowned King seems to be doing quite well with his stammer until a fellow in Germany decides to invade Poland and launches the continent into the Second World War. When his country needs him most, will the King be able to muster the courage and strength necessary to give a globally broadcasted speech on the position England has in this war?

While many do not know the history of the royals during the war, the final twenty or so minutes will be quite suspenseful, which is an odd thing to say about a period piece that could have been as stiff as pressed flowers. But Hooper and screenwriter David Seidler have crafted a movie of surprising depth. Overall, it is a drama, but when it needs to be funny (like when Bertie has no difficulty stammering when he swears), it is funny. It also has traces of a romance: the love story between the Prince and his wife and Logue with his wife. But overall it is a story of inspiration and overcoming insurmountable hardships (whether it is defeating Hitler or a speech impediment).

Simply, it is the kind of movie they do not make anymore, which may be one of the reasons it was a surprise box-office smash. And while there will always be detractors that say The Social Network should have taken home the top prize at the Oscars, there is no denying the effect this film has on you once the credits start rolling.

Stroll through Wilson College History with the new timeline from the Hankey Center: http://www.campaignforwilson.org/timeline.html

The photographs are drawn from the Boyd Archives at the Hankey Center. Learn more about Wilson through previous college histories, Billboard and Alumnae Quarterly issues, college catalogs, and so on.

This is not a definitive list of college milestones, but a casual stroll intended to pique your curiosity.

Wilson College: On the Books New Exhibit at the Hankey Center The exhibit explores over 100 years of the College’s written record. Some of the items on display include the first Board of Trustees’ minute book and the WCGA Recording Secretary’s notebook containing minutes from a Feb. 19, 1979 emergency meeting called in response to the announcement that the college would close at the end of the academic year.

The exhibit is open now through Jun. 10. Open to the public Mon-Fri, 1:30pm-4:30pm or by appointment

We’ve Got The... Beat There is No Sitting on the Fence with Fences

by Janessa Demeule

If you did not pay attention last year, the self-titled debut album, Fences, may have flown under your radar. With just ten tracks, Fences does not look like a full-length studio album should. However, looks can be deceiving. Fences is one of the best albums of 2010 that you might have missed.

Fences consists of Christopher Mansfield, a Seattle-based songwriter, and his backing band. Mansfield has taken his life experiences and turned them into an eloquently simple yet energetic debut album.

Christopher Mansfield, the frontman of Mansfield studied at Berklee College of Music, a prestigious the Seattle-based band, Fences Photo courtesy of Fencesmusic school in Boston. Until he dropped out and began to couch surf while writing these achingly moving songs. His songwriting struck Sara Quin, of Tegan and Sara, in such a way that she not only sang on a track, but produced the album. The combination of Mansfield’s raw talent and Quin’s years of experience produced an overall consistent debut album.

The final product is a rare beauty. It is one of those albums that as the last note fades, you hardly notice. The brevity and weight of the entire album sits on your shoulders for eternal moments as your brain wraps itself around the complex emotions carried by simple melodies. Fences does not seek to impress anyone, and it is that attitude that makes this album worth hearing. Each song holds some deep rooted melancholy that is presented beautifully so that the meaning sticks with you.

Despite being backed by a full band. Mansfield’s lyrics and soulful guitar picking makes this album a gem. On the track “My Girl the Horse,” Mansfield shoots his lyrics like a gun, aimed at that part of the heart that does not easily let go of emotional wounds. The line “neither one of us will make it down this hill alive” forces the realization that we have all had about one failing relationship or another. The track “Hands” is a real standout on the album. Mansfield’s guitar playing accentuates the lyrics, “the way you talk with your hands” In this track he is really letting his hands do all the talking.

Overall, this album is about a man who strips himself bare for large audiences. Not only does it make for a great debut album, but it promises more greatness to come. I highly suggest Fences. You can buy it on iTunes or visit Facebook for links to the download.

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Kids‛ Korner!

Kids’ Korner

Coffee Filter Butterfly

These beautifully vibrant butterflies are a great way to welcome spring!

Suspend them from the ceiling with fishing line, or make several and attach to a paper plate mobile.

Materials: ½ black pipecleaner paper coffee filter watercolor paints paint brush water

© Disney Kaboose.com

Directions: Flatten the coffee filter and place it on a plate or newspaper, the paint and water will soak through. Set aside on paper towels to dry.

Fold the chenille stem in half. Remember, you are only using half of a chenille stem to begin with.

Fold the coffee filter accordion style, in about ½" pleats.

Position the pleated coffee filter into the bent end of the chenille stem.

Center the filter at the bend.

Twist the chenille stem around the filter to secure it in place.

Bend the tips of the chenille stems over about ¼" to create the antennae.

Fan out the butterfly wings.

If desired, hang with yarn or fishing line.

Tips: For a more vibrant butterfly, be sure to paint all white areas with paint.

Tie a piece of fishing line around the "neck" and suspend from the ceiling. They will look like they are flying!

Instead of using all the colors on one filter, make some with warm colors (red, yellow, orange) and some with cool colors (blue, green, purple).

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TheWilsonBillboard March 25, 2011

International

Heightening of My Love for Nepal Postcards From the East A

by Jyotsna Dhakal (Nepal) Is Japanese People’s Calmness in Emergency a Good Remedy to Overcome the Disaster?

by Seolhee Baek (South Korea)

A terrible earthquake hit Japan on Fri, Mar. 11. The disaster and the following tsunamis caused a huge number of victims. Above all, a nuclear power plant in Fukushima, damaged by the earthquake, had the potential to leak radioactivity. However, it took the Japanese government five days to finally issue the warning.

Japan’s surrounding countries such as Korea, China and Russia are also concerned about the radioactive leakage. A few days after the accident, although Japanese showed their remarkable calmness in the emergency, Japan’s media and media around the world pinpointed Japanese government’s slow action.

Korea and Japan are geologically adjacent to each other, but Korean and Japanese citizens have different personalities. Generally, Japanese cautiously contemplate problems for a long time before making a decision.

They also tend to follow manuals, which usually take a long time to finish.

In this nuclear crisis, their personality showed a weak point. Japanese leaders lacked flexibility and could not make quick countermeasures.

On the other hand, Koreans tend to hurry and quickly finish their work, even though sometimes it results in incomplete work. For instance, right after the horrible earthquake, several nations, including Korea, tried to send aid groups and relief supplies to Japan. However, the Japanese government did not accept these helping hands because of safety reasons, and asked the nations to wait until they recovered their composure to examine the imported goods.

Is Japan’s calmness a good remedy to overcome a sudden disaster? Since the earthquake and tsunamis destroyed the east of Japan, victims who lost their homes have suffered from cold and hunger. Nevertheless, they gave up their food for older people and others who were injured without plundering or committing criminal acts.

Many people were impressed by the Japanese citizens’ calmness and placidity. However, because of continuous explosions and potential leakage of radioactivity, the temporized and indecisive action of the government and its unclear explanation to the public about the accident have gradually caused distrust in Japanese society.

As a result, the calmness shows the government’s unconcerned reaction when they need a quick maneuver. The disaster is not finished yet. In the future, Japan will have to optimize their calmness to overcome this huge crisis. They need to make rapid but accurate decisions in times of distress.

It took a diversity event at Chambersburg Middle School to fully appreciate Mount Everest in my country.

On Oct. 15, 2010, the international students in my English class were taken to Chambersburg Middle School for Diversity in Youth Day. The event was quite some time ago, but the memory and the realizations I made that day are still freshly etched in my mind.

The thought of being the sole representative of my county and talking about it to more than 200 sixth and seventh graders was a bit intimidating.

A little nervous and fearful, I walked into the big hall where we were to set up tables for our respective countries on the table. I put my poster and a few Nepali artifacts that I had with me on the table. I did not bring many things that represented my country. My main resource was myself.

The students came swarming in. These young faces eager to learn about my country catalyzed my enthusiasm. I began by pointing out where exactly the small country called Nepal was. Then came the questions.

“What’s in Nepal?” they asked me. “What is Nepali language like?”

“The highest mountain peak in the world, adventure, the birthplace of Buddha, 125 languages and zillions of other things,” I answered. In response to their second question, I wrote their names in my language, Nepali, and smiled as I watched them compare and complain that someone else’s name was prettier than theirs. With a sense of pride, I satiated their inquisitiveness about Nepal’s climate, history, politics, culture and people.

The moment I had dreaded before entering the hall never came.

At that moment, I felt a rush of love and pride for my people and country.

I became acutely aware of how unique and valuable the things were. I appreciated what my nation did well and while explaining some of Nepal’s problems to the students, it also dawned on me that there were things it could do better. This reminded me that my country gave me a lot. Now it was time to give back. A class discussion we had about illegal immigrants in the U.S. ran through my mind. I was reminded of how lucky I was to have a unique country to be proud of and to call my own. My love for my home country intensified.

We often overlook the value of things we are blessed with and tend to underestimate them. Ironically enough, Nepal’s uniqueness struck me there, in an American school. The students learned about Nepal and I realized how valuable it was to me. My initial apprehension of being the sole representative turned into delight and gratefulness. I walked away with an immense sense of pride in my country, my motherland, my Nepal.

It’s Time to File Your FAFSA! Don’t be late in applying for financial aid for 2011-12. The FAFSA is needed to apply for grants, some scholarships, loans and work study.

Go to www.fafsa.ed.gov.

As the Chinese Saying Goes: the Whole Year’s Work Depends on a Good Start in Spring

by Yuhan You (China)

These days, as the temperature gets higher and the Green becomes more and more vibrant, I have a strong feeling of spring.

In the past month, I really enjoyed the beautiful view of snow here, which is not common in my city. However, the feeling of warm air and the breeze still made me so excited!

Recently, I visited the farm on campus. It was the first time I saw our farm since last Thanksgiving. After the long, silent winter, the grass starts turning green and the spring birds come back and sing. The whole campus looks like it just woke up from a long sleep. Although these days we are still waiting for flowers to bloom, spring is coming closer. Every time I see the growing Green, I can feel the power of growth and hope.

There is a very old saying in China: “The whole year’s work depends on a good start in spring.” It shows how important the season is in people’s

hearts. Also, I believe that not only in Chinese culture, but in other cultural beliefs, spring is the best time to do work. Spring is the start of a year and everything has a new look. A lot of people have new plans at this time of the year.

In my opinion, spring is the time when people start taking off their heavy clothes, which also symbolizes unloading all the bad memories and pressures and working with a hopeful and energetic mind.

In my city, spring is quite a short time. We have a long winter and a long summer, but the springtime lasts only about one month. As a result, spring is the best season in my mind. I often go away from cities to the suburbs with friends to try to get closer to the nature and to enjoy the springtime.

This year, I will enjoy the spring of this lovely town and have a good start to this year!

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Calendar & Announcements Weekly Events

Mondays Zen Meditation 8:30am Prayer Chapel

Tuesdays Zen Meditation 8:30am Prayer Chapel

Morning Prayer 9:30am Prayer Chapel

Fiber Fellowship 8:00pm-10:00pm Women’s Studies Lounge

Walk and Talk 10:00am-10:45am Meet in front of Lenfest To join contact jessica. merideth@wilson.edu

Wednesdays Weekly Worship 12:00pm-12:30pm Thomas Hall Chapel

Fitness Center Hours

Art Table 12:00pm Jensen Dining Hall Bible Study 4:00pm-5:00pm Prayer Chapel Spanish Table 5:00pm-6:00pm Jensen Dining Hall

Fri, Mar. 25

Mon: 11:00am-10:00pm Tues: 11:00am-1:00pm & 2:00pm-10:00pm Wed: 11:00am-10:00pm Thurs: 11:00am-1:00pm & 2:00pm-10:00pm Fri: 11:00am-6:00pm Sun: 6:00pm-10:00pm

Sat, Mar. 26

The “Go Take a The Wizard of Oz Fri, Mar. 18 thru Sun, Mar. 20 Hike” Hike Fri, Mar. 25 thru Sun, Mar. 27 12:00pm Caledonia State 7:30pm Fri. and Sat. Park 2:00pm Sun. Return at 3:00pm Capitol Theatre Meet at Science Tickets: Complex $13.00 Adults Email rachael. $8.00 Students kinley@wilson.edu to $3.00 5 & under RSVP Little Fockers

Fridays Spanish Table 12:00pm-1:00pm Jensen Dining Hall

Thursdays Zen Meditation 5:15pm Prayer Chapel FUSE at Shipp 8:30pm-11:00pm Leave from behind Sarah’s Coffeehouse For info contact stephanie.bachman@ wilson.edu

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Friday Evenings Shuttle services begin at 5:15pm Van leaves from behind Sarah’s Coffeehouse approximately every hour

WCGA Office Hours Mon: 10:00am-5:00pm & 6:00pm-9:00pm Tues: 9:00am-11:00am, 1:00pm-4:00pm & 6:00pm-9:00pm Wed: 8:00am-9:00am, 10:00am-11:00am, 12:00pm-4:00pm & 6:00-9:00pm Thurs: 2:00pm-3:00pm and 8:00pm-9:00pm Fri: 12:00pm-3:00pm Located in Lenfest 014

Mon, Mar. 28

Thurs, Mar. 31

“Left Out of the Club: The Ongoing Struggle for Equal Rights for Women” Presented by Dr. Sara Grove 6:30pm Allen Auditorium, Warfield Refreshments will be served

Opening Reception for Dr. Barbara Mistick The 19th President of Wilson College 11:15am Brook Science Complex Auditorium Doors open at 11:00am

Fri, Mar. 25 and Sat, Mar. 26 8:00pm Sarah’s Coffeehouse

Shuttle Services

Fri, Apr. 1

Wilson College Writers Series With Poet and former President of Wilson College Gwendolyn Jensen 12:00pm Sarah’s Coffeehouse Annual Juried Student Lunch provided Art Exhibition Opening FREE Reception 5:00pm-7:00pm Bogigian Gallery, Lortz

Sat, Apr. 2 Sat, Apr. 2 Swan Lake Performed by Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet 7:30pm Laird Hall FREE Wilson students and K-12

Fri, Apr. 8

Sun, Apr. 10

Mon, Apr. 11

Fri, Apr. 15

Fri, Apr. 28

“‘The Unforgotten’: The Life and Work of Renee Vivien” Presented by Prof. Melanie Gregg 4:00pm Patterson Lounge

Van Looy Organ Series Featuring Marko Petricic 3:00pm Laird Hall Tickets: $5.00 General Seating $10.00 Preferred Seating FREE Wilson students and K-12

Orr Forum Mon, Apr. 11 & Tues, Apr. 12 “Representing Muhammad: Competing Visions of Islam’s Prophet” Featuring Orr Scholar Dr. Kecia Ali, Boston University 3:00pm Mon. 4:30pm Tues.

Smith Auditorium, Brooks Science Complex FREE

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows: Part 1 Fri, Apr. 15 and Sat, Apr. 16 9:00pm Sarah’s Coffeehouse FREE

Senior Capstone Project Exhibit Bogigian Gallery. Lortz On display until Sun, May 22

The Antigone of Sophocles Fri, Apr. 8 and Sat, Apr. 9 Performed by the Kittochtinny Players 8:00pm Laird Hall FREE

Hagerstown Shopping!

Sat, Mar. 26

12:00pm-5:00pm Sign up outside Lenfest 102

Editorial Mission Statement: The Wilson Billboard is a once-monthly student-run newsmagazine serving the Wilson College and Chambersburg community. Our mission is to relay important information to the campus and provide a forum for intelligent and democratic discussion. To fulfill this mission, the Billboard recognizes the many goals of the Wilson community and strives to encourage communication between students, faculty, staff, and administration in an ethical and non-biased fashion.

Billboard Staff Adviser Dr. Aimee-Marie Dorsten Editors-in-Chief Sarah Martin & Xiaomeng Li Apprentice Editor Laura B. Hans Editorial Director Jess Domanico Sports Editor Caileigh Oliver Copy Editor Brooke Ketron Staff Writers Caileigh Oliver Hannah DeMoss Xiaomeng Li Janessa Demeule Sarah Martin Jonathan Clark Laura B. Hans Laura Beck Alyse Lynch Nicole Twigg Jyotsna Dhakal Seolhee Baek Yuhan You April C. Davila Brooke Ketron Maggie Sipps Graphic Designers Xiaomeng Li Jess Domanico

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