Tag: Salem Academy and College
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The United Nations Turns 70
By Haley Mills On Oct. 24, 2015 the United Nations (UN) celebrated its 70th birthday. Founded in 1945, the purpose of the UN is “to encourage global development, promote global security and provide refuge for those who have not been guaranteed human rights,” as stated on the official UN website. Since the organization was founded,…
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Sexy Suzy: In Search of Sex Toys
Hello Dears, As you all know, it is midterm time again and stress levels are at an all-time high for the semester. My recommendation to handle the stress is to treat yourself and consider purchasing a new sex toy! A little self-loving is one of the best ways to combat stress. What better way to…
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Kimmy Bailey, Ghost Hunter
By Emily Ramser Photo by Wacline Cius Founded in 1772 with two graveyards close by, Salem College is known for its supposed ghosts. A Google search using the keywords “Salem College” and “ghosts” brings up numerous posts from various haunting sites and blogs. Many students, including Kimmy Bailey C’16, agree that Salem’s campus is not…
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What is Intersex?
LGBTQ+: An Educational Series By Sarah Vick Last month, The Salemite covered the first five letters of the LGBTQ+ initialism. This month, we’re going beyond the basics with definitions provided by the LGBTQ Center at Wake Forest University. This is the second installment of an educational series that gathers LGBTQ+ terms from scholarly resources and…
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Who Gives a Poop About Gender Neutral Bathrooms
Student Pioneers for Transgender Rights By Kristen Maikoo It started with a class project and a drive for change. Junior Mikaella Bruce, known to most as Bruce, became interested in establishing gender neutral restrooms on Salem’s campus and began the process during her Not-For-Profit Management course last year. After learning the basics of public policy…
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Students for Sensible Drug Policy
By Regina Pearson Photo by Utang Enyenihi On Thursday, September 22, Salem’s chapter of Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP) had their first meeting. Led by the organization’s president, Utang Enyenihi C’18, the meeting drew a sizable number of students; approximately twenty were in attendance. The club’s officials provided background information about SSDP…
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Just go to Sleep: The Real Effects of All-nighters
by Nicole Winks According to a study out of St. Lawrence University, the average college student has the tendency to believe that all-nighters are beneficial to them and will give them more time not only to study but to retain more information. The actual truth behind the effects of all-nighters is actually rather intense. In…
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SLC Hosts College Tour for Fifth Graders
by Lesly Luna On Friday, October 2, Salem’s Student Leadership Connection (SLC) members hosted 22 fifth grade students from Konnoak Elementary located in south Winston-Salem. The initiative was set out in order for these young girls from underrepresented backgrounds to be exposed to the possibility of a four-year university. During their visit, the SLC members…
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Maestra Director Speaks at Salem
by Johanna Gross Catherine Murphy made her directing debut with Maestra, a film shown Thursday, Oct. 8 in Shirley Recital Hall at 7:30 pm at Salem College. The show received a moderate crowd and was followed by an interactive question and answer session between Murphy and the audience. After the first few questions,…
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Student Dancers to Perform at National Conference
By Emily Ramser Photo by Lakin East Three Salem students, seniors Calleah Solomon and Hannah Calloway and junior Katherine Williams, are taking their own choreographed dances to the American College Dance Association Conference this coming March at West Virginia University. The conference is a collection of classes and performances that highlight…
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