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  • William Jewell College president Elizabeth MacLeod Walls and lead researcher for the Racial Reconciliation Commission Andrew Pratt respond to claims made by the Slavery, Memory, and Justice Project
  • Campus news: Social media posts made by former William Jewell College student pose ‘credible threat’ to the College
  • An account of Student Senate’s Dec. 5 meeting: Armstrong and McBroom brief students on faculty council’s investigation into academic freedom
  • Interview with Student Senate: What you may have missed at the Nov. 3 Town Hall
  • An Overview of the Racial Reconciliation Commission’s Nov. 10 Town Hall

Author: Alexis Harper

Student Organization Feature: The American Chemical Society

17 February 2023
Alexis Harper
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The American Chemical Society (ACS) is a global organization that originated in New York City in 1876 with 35 members. Today the ACS has more than 151,000 members with 185 chapters in the United States alone. The ACS chapter at Jewell is dedicated to giving students majoring in chemistry and…

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Interview with Student Senate: What you may have missed at the Nov. 3 Town Hall

18 November 2022
Alexis Harper
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On Nov. 3, William Jewell College’s Student Senate hosted their first Town Hall meeting of the academic year. At the meeting, the Student Senate Cabinet and six Senate Commissioners presented proposed initiatives that they plan to work on throughout the upcoming semesters. After the presentation, those  in attendance were encouraged…

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ScrapsKC: Sustainable thrifting in downtown Kansas City

14 October 2022
Alexis Harper
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When people think of thrift stores, racks of haphazardly organized clothes typically come to mind. However, there is a thrift store in Kansas City’s Midtown that offers so much more. ScrapsKC is a thrift store supplied by donations. They offer everything from sewing necessities to office supplies to mosaic and…

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Review: Icebergs Italian Ice and Gelato in Liberty, MO

30 September 2022
Alexis Harper
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If you haven’t heard, there is a new dessert shop on the Liberty Square, called Icebergs Italian Ice & Gelato. They serve various flavors, offered in multiple sizes, of Italian ice and gelato, and you can even get a mixture of both, which is called gelati. You can get one,…

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Jewell Theatre Company presents 9 to 5: The Musical

8 April 2022
Alexis Harper
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Anyone who has witnessed a production by the performers of William Jewell College knows the outstanding talent that these artists possess. This week, the Jewell Theatre Company presents “9 to 5: The Musical.” This thrilling musical is based on a book written by Patricia Resnick and showcases lyrics and music…

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Smallest Hill: Making your bed is a waste of time

11 March 2022
Alexis Harper
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I find many household tasks to be grueling. I avoid tasks like washing the dishes, dusting, and vacuuming for as long as I can. As boring as these tasks may be, they have gratifying outcomes once completed. For example, when you are done with the dishes, you have a clean…

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Valentine’s Day date ideas for college students

11 February 2022
Alexis Harper
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With Valentine’s Day rapidly approaching, you may be scurrying to woo your loved one. For many college students, this may be a gruesome task. Traditional date ideas are often costly and time-consuming; these are two scarce resources for college students. Valentine’s Day is about showing your significant other how much…

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  • William Jewell College president Elizabeth MacLeod Walls and lead researcher for the Racial Reconciliation Commission Andrew Pratt respond to claims made by the Slavery, Memory, and Justice Project Mar 10, 2023
  • A Look at “The Elegant Line: Three Artists, One Show” Mar 3, 2023
  • Missouri begins recreational cannabis sales Mar 3, 2023
  • Opinion: Happy Hour at the Perch Mar 3, 2023
  • Campus news: Social media posts made by former William Jewell College student pose ‘credible threat’ to the College Mar 1, 2023
  • Student Organization Feature: The American Chemical Society Feb 17, 2023

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