Roman Hladio, Contributing Writer
February 21, 2020
As last year came to an end, Allegheny College found itself completing its 13th year of dedicated work by students and faculty to become carbon neutral. To complete the goal, the college has turned to a new outlet: carbon offsets...
Willy Walker, Science/International Editor
February 21, 2020
All of human life seemed on the brink of extinction on Feb. 15, at least according to several major news outlets when reporting of an incoming asteroid. In reality, Earth’s moon is 15 times closer to Earth than the asteroid was.
Asteroid 2002-PZ39...
Willy Walker, Science/International Editor
February 6, 2020
To respond to the growing climate crisis, several activist groups have formed with the intent to empower young people to take action against climate change. One of these organizations has just begun to take root at Allegheny C...
Willy Walker, Science/International Editor
February 6, 2020
A small mammal in midwestern Pennsylvania said that spring will come early this year — that mammal is Punxsutawney Phil, the famous weather predicting groundhog who decides the current year’s weather patterns. According to a ...
Willy Walker, Science/International Editor
January 23, 2020
With the new semester brings a new organization for avian enthusiasts at Allegheny.
This spring semester will be the first for the new Allegheny College Bird Club. The club was formed with the help of Benjamin Haywood, former...
Willy Walker, Science/International Editor
January 23, 2020
In the wake of departing professors and an increase of student majors, Allegheny College’s Environmental Science and Sustainability Department will be adding some new faculty members to the department.
According to Eric Pall...
Emily Rice, Hayley Behr, and James Scarborough
November 14, 2019
In 1957, Psychologist Leon Festinger published his theory of cognitive dissonance. Cognitive dissonance occurs when there is a discrepancy between one’s beliefs and one’s actions. This produces an uncomfortable tension tha...
November 14, 2019
Willy Walker, Science/International Editor
November 1, 2019
Allegheny College offers various special interest housing options for students and organizations wishing to live together in a more self-sustaining environment. One of these options is the Green Living house on Loomis Street. T...
Steven Heine, Contributing Writer
November 1, 2019
As Allegheny College renovates its flagship Bentley Hall, the college is attempting to balance various considerations. One significant goal is achieving a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Silver certification from the U.S. ...
Tina-Marie Stine, Contributing Writer
October 10, 2019
It’s the time of year to be conscientious about energy use. Every year, Allegheny College hosts the October Energy Challenge, a campus-wide effort to reduce energy usage. The event has shown success in the past and results in m...
Willy Walker, Science/International Editor
September 13, 2019
Experiential Learning Seminars are an interdisciplinary learning experience where students travel to distant locations to conduct research and experience local cultures. While the EL to the Rocky Mountains National Park did n...
