Though the saying goes that “April showers bring May flowers,” Connecticut College has seen an explosion of flowering beauty over the past week. Warm temperatures have lured students out of the indoors and onto Temple Green, where many have been seen enjoying the long-awaited warmth of spring following a brutal winter. Hang in there, camels—summer is almost here! Here’s hoping students will enjoy this latest edition of TCV amidst another stretch of 75 degree, sunshine-filled days.
Still, plenty continues to happen indoors on the ever-busy Connecticut College campus. From financial aid to groundbreaking software, this week’s news section features a multitude of articles surrounding alumni action and campus activities. News section editor Theo Andres ‘27’s article regarding proposed resolutions to restructure Conn’s Student Government Association is of particular note, describing how such resolutions would function to replace the house senator system with residential representatives as well as create a club-centered representation structure. We at TCV strongly encourage all to vote on the referendum, which requires 20% of the student body to vote affirmatively in order to pass. In other news, Arts section editor Elaine Sandoval Carrasco ‘28 writes on the Holleran Center’s recent Center showcase—which drew crowds of over 170—while staff writer Rowan Karaca ‘29 provides insight into a 4 million dollar gift granted to the College for purposes of financial aid. Sports section editor Ellis Iurilli-Hough ‘27 spotlights Clubspot, a unique software platform in part headed by alumni Fritz Baldauf ‘24 and Bryce Kopp ‘16. As always, new briefs and the SGA column grant students a window into campus changes, campus events, and other College happenings.
Turning to opinions, WCNI members Riley Madden ‘26 and Ben Sachs ‘26 discuss the radio station’s precarious situation as they look to raise funds for a new antenna tower. Sandoval Carrasco offers a take on shortcomings of the welfare state, and Opinions section editor Mia Whipple ‘27 considers “the dominant mindset of society” surrounding views on STEM majors in comparison to study of the humanities. Whipple’s characterization of education as more than a mere career pipeline will likely resonate with many Connecticut College students.
In Arts, Sandoval Carrasco highlights the recent Floralia lineup announcements featuring Grammy award winning pop artist Daya as headliner and a slew of other artists including rapper Armani White and indie-pop artist Nep in addition to a host of local bands and student groups. Sandoval Carrasco also writes about the music department’s Spring Faculty Showcase where music department professors and faculty members provided a night of moving performances. Arts Editor Nikeya Tankard features Ana Pelczarski ‘28, a student deeply passionate about writing, policy and poetry, as Artist of the Edition.
In Sports, Sports editor Josh Barzilai writes about the Men’s Lacrosse team’s thrilling comeback overtime over Trinity College on April Fools which garnered national attention. The team was down as many as nine goals but scored three goals in the last minute to force the game to overtime where they ultimately prevailed. In the recurring Camel of the Edition column, Sports editor Ellis Iurilli-Hough features women’s water polo’s Emma Luna ‘26. The senior from Wahiawa, HI who walked-on to the team was recently named to the All-Conference team for the fourth time in as many years. Columnist Garett Clar provides his insight on what is currently wrong with college sports and how NIL has changed the college sports landscape.
In Entertainment, Cruciverbalist Sarah Ludwigson provides a crossword puzzle sure to challenge students at “Unheard” of levels.
This time of the year is always a stressful and busy time for everyone. We at The College Voice would implore everyone to take time for themselves, take care of themselves, and enjoy what remains of a beautiful spring semester.
With love,
Kevin Lieue and Mia Penasa
Co-Editors in Chief
