Presidential search continues
Following a pattern: MHC orgs learn quilting traditions from Boston guild Sisters in Stitches
BY ANNA KANE ’20
On the afternoon of Feb. 25, the Unity Center in Blanchard Campus Center was transformed amid a flurry of activity. A hum of sewing machines, laughter and conversation filled the room, and a patchwork of mini quilts scattered all around represented the many faiths and cultures of the attendees. Assisted by Sisters in Stitches Joined by the Cloth (SISJBTC), students representing different religious and cultural organizations on campus came together Sunday to create their own quilted banners to be displayed in the Unity Center.
Microwave mishap in MacGregor Hall alarms student residents
MERT RECEIVES NEW AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR FROM CONMED
Students demand diversity in history department
Senate coordinates response to PVTA budget cuts, hears reports from Be Well Steering Committee and several working groups
BY ANNA KANE ’20
The Feb. 20 Student Government Association (SGA) senate meeting included a continuation of the discussion of proposed scheduling changes for the PVTA, a presentation by the Be Well steering committee and updates from working groups. Chair of Senate Liz Brown ’20 spoke first, encouraging senators to sign petitions supporting an increase in funding for the PVTA and the bill H.2998, which has recently been introduced to the Massachusetts House Ways and Means Committee.
Class of 2019 J-Show cancelled due to lack of interest
BY EMMA RUBIN ’20
Junior Show, or J-Show, is a Mount Holyoke tradition that dates back to the early 20th century. Typical performances are entirely student-led and intertwine both comedy and student talent in a performance to both entertain the Mount Holyoke community and fundraise for the junior class. This year, however, the tradition was cancelled.
Health Center to open new wellness space for meditation, relaxation
BY MERYL PHAIR ’21
A new wellness space will open in the Pattie J. Groves Health Center on Feb. 26. The wellness space is a part of Mount Holyoke’s Be Well initiative, a student-focused and community-based program made up of 15 members of faculty, staff and student representatives who are in charge of promoting well-being on campus.
Senate announces proposed cuts on Five-College PVTA bus services
BY MERYL PHAIR ’20
This week’s SGA Senate included discussion of PVTA schedule changes, increasing campus sustainability and use of locally sourced food. Camille Gladieux ’18, executive board president, spoke first. She announced a future increase in fresh smoothies at the Dining Commons once there is more staff available, as well as a grab-and-go station coming soon to the Dining Commons. She then explained proposed changes to the PVTA schedule.