Happy fall, camels! Though the leaves are only just starting to change, the semester feels as though it has begun to reach its climax. Midterms are in full swing, a time of chaos duly represented by the rain, wind, and vacillating temperatures each day. Fear not—fall break is just around the corner!
Similarly, this edition reflects seasons of change for Connecticut College. News Editor Evie Lockwood Mullaney interviews Dean of Students Victor Arcelus on the College’s transition from Lyft passes to the SEAT bus system as a primary method of transportation, while News Editor Theo Andres previews the College’s upcoming AI and the Liberal Arts symposium—an event likely to impact the academic lives of Connecticut College students. Staff writer Lexie Dixon ‘27 covers the intricacies of Connecticut College’s Sprout Garden, “digging” into the operations of this popular organization.
While many things change, some things always stay the same, and symbolize familiarity in the shift of seasons. Staff Writer Norah Anderson ‘29 writes about the special items that to her symbolize the values and diversity of the College. Opinions Editor Claire Hloytak argues that more people should handwrite, and that anyone can be a writer by simply writing. Contributor Madeline Motes ‘27 covers the challenges and threats towards free speech that late night TV faces today amidst both the cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s longtime late night show, and the on-air removal of Jimmy Kimmel’s show following comments made after the assassination of podcaster Charlie Kirk.
What happens backstage at New York City’s iconic fashion week? Arts Editor Nikeya Tankard provides a glimpse into life behind the scenes, narrating her experience as an NYC Fashion Week volunteer with well-known style authorities including The Fashion Bomb Daily and PUBLIC SERV-CE. Back on campus, Arts Editor Elaine Sandoval Carrasco ‘27 reviews Nicholas Rodriguez’s “Sincerely, Sondheim,” a touring production presented through the Connecticut College onStage Guest Artist Series. Additionally, Tankard interviews Dance major Andrew Solomon ‘27—TCV’s Artist of the Edition—and Contributor Kendall Ziady ‘26 covers the latest in pop culture.
Fall has also been a time of celebration. Sports Editor Ellis Iurilli-Hough writes on the recent induction of eight former accomplished camels to the Connecticut College Athletics Hall of Fame. Iurilli-Hough also writes about men’s lacrosse player Michael Moran ‘26, who recently donated stem cells to a patient suffering from Hodgkin lymphoma who he matched with through Gift of Life. Sports Editor Luke Corless profiles women’s field hockey forward Elizabeth Bonner ‘27 as the Camel of the Edition. Bonner has started all ten of the Camels’ matches, and ranks second in points scored. On the administrative side of sports, News Editor Evie Lockwood Mullaney covers her recent visit to Tufts University for the annual All-NESCAC Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and Coalition of Student-Athletes of Color (CoSAoC) meeting.
Of course, it wouldn’t be the October edition of The College Voice without some small nod to Connecticut College’s favorite holiday—Halloween. Students are sure to find fright in solving Cruciverbalist Erica Smith’s crossword, a spooky season themed puzzle guaranteed to put readers into a celebratory spirit. On a humorous note, an anonymous comic commentates on how the College has (in the writer’s opinion) chosen to frame the decision to cut student Lyft passes under the guise of community engagement and sustainability.
While this marks a busy time for all, we at The College Voice remind everyone to take some time for themselves amidst the busy midterm season. Talk a power walk, meditate, spend time with friends, or get a sweet treat – do something that makes you happy!
As always, we are always looking for new contributors, writers, and layout editors, so if you would like to get involved please reach out to us at thecollegevoice@conncoll.edu!
Happy reading,
Kevin Lieue and Mia Penasa
Co-Editors in Chief
