BSG will confront eligibility questions
By ADAM KOMMEL, ORIENT STAFFPrevious service on Bowdoin Student Government should not be a prerequisite for serving as BSG president, according to recommendations of the Election Reform Commission. ERC chair Will Hales '08 reported the commission's findings at Wednesday's BSG meeting.
Armory, Stanwood may be sold
By EMILY GRAHAM, ORIENT STAFFFuture first years at Bowdoin may not have to trek to distant Stanwood Lot to retrieve their cars. In a unanimous decision by the Board of Trustees, the College is now permitted to sell the Brunswick Armory as well as land surrounding the building?which includes Stanwood Lot.
Students, Facilities contend with icy paths
By EMILY GUERIN, ORIENT STAFFDespite a statewide shortage of road salt, Bowdoin has been able to acquire the supplies it needs to tackle icy paths. Still, many students complain of slippery sidewalks around campus. "I've been seriously considering ice skating to class as a statement," said Kaitlin Hammersley '08.
Students to compete for notable fellowships
By ALEX LOCKE, ORIENT STAFFMoney can often be an impediment for Bowdoin students who want to travel after graduation. But for those fortunate enough to earn Fulbright or Watson Fellowships?prestigious programs that provide grants to outstanding applicants?financial considerations are no longer a burden. This year, 19 Bowdoin students submitted applications for Fulbright Fellowships, which provide funds to undertake graduate study and research abroad, as well as language assistantships to teach English in foreign countries.
