Thats What She Said…

They were some of the first to respond. They were surrounded by blood and inches away from demolished limbs. For hours upon hours they sat at their computers and relived the destruction, the fear, and the strength. They talked with the mothers of three people who were killed. They sat with a dancer that lost her foot and others who will never be able to hug their loved ones with two arms. They are journalists and reality never stops for them. [Read more...]

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The President’s Corner: Another year, ends; campus changes ahead

It is hard to believe that we are almost finished with the spring semester. This will be the last issue of The Guidon for the year. [Read more...]

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Men’s rugby falls to Rowan College in national playoffs

Unsure about whether or not they would be granted an entry into the national tournament, the Norwich University men’s rugby team was enthused to hear that they would be competing against Rowan College on Saturday April 27 in their first round of nationals. [Read more...]

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Student poets take part in PoemCity

Prof. Sean Prentiss discusses poetry with his creative writing class, which  submitted their works to the PoemCity project in the state capital. (Ivy Ceballo Photo)

It’s finally April. People are walking about downtonwn Montpelier because the long-awaited spring weather is too good to pass the time indoors. They stop in front of a favorite little coffee shop at the street corner before going inside to read the words taped on the window.

Everywhere in town, windows and doors are covered with pieces of poetry, making Montpelier truly a poem city. [Read more...]

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Tag sale event planned for finals week

Trash to Treasure event posters. (C. William Thaxter Photo)

At the end of every year students are faced with the monumental task of fitting all of their belongings into their car, or even worse, into a few suitcases. As a result, many items are left behind in hallways, lounges, and dumpsters. [Read more...]

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‘Rustic 500 challenge’

Seth Hayes and Caleb Beasley enjoying a drink together. (Seth Hayes Photo)

If you enjoy socializing, drinking and trying new things, then there’s a local bar in Northfield that may have the perfect challenge for you. [Read more...]

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Poet Major Jackson to read, visit NU campus on April 17

The poet, professor, and published author, Major Jackson. (Erin Patrice O’Brien Photo)

The inaugural Writers Series of 2013 is closing the semester with one of the most influential contributors to American poetry that resides right here in Vermont. The poet, author of three collections of poetry, and University of Vermont professor, Major Jackson, will be visiting Norwich University on Wednesday, April 17, at 7 p.m. [Read more...]

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Computer security students ‘write’ their own textbook

A student works diligently on creating a coding textbook. (Thomas Carson Photo)

Endless lines of a foreign language scroll across the computer screen. A similarly foreign and heavy textbook offers no help. [Read more...]

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‘Senioritis’ sets in strong for graduating students

Some students remedy senioritis by indulging in senior rip day. (Nick Toscano Photo)

With graduation season just around the corner in May, senior college students, particularly those at Norwich University, are suffering from what students here call call “senioritis.” [Read more...]

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Music department puts on spring concert

Col. Edwards, conductor of both the band and choir, giving information about the pieces being performed. (Thomas Carson Photo)

On April 6th, the Norwich University Choraleers, Regimental Band, and NU Pipe and Drum Band, performed a Civil War-themed  concert in the White Chapel. [Read more...]

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