The Marcolian

ATO fights M.S. with bicycles

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

On March 28, the Alpha Tau Omega (ATO) fraternity organized a spaghetti dinner at Spagna's in Harmar to raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. A ticket to the meal cost $10, and about 240 people came out to support the cause. At the end of the night, the brothers had raised more than $1,500 for their philanthropy organization.

CPS strives to keep campus safe for all

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

It was around 2 a.m., the time when most people would be asleep to rejuvenate for the following day. Officer Jim Weaver of the Marietta College Campus Police Department was not asleep.

He was on his night patrol of the campus finishing up his shift when suddenly there was yelling coming from the direction of the tennis courts.

Gallery boasts unique treasures

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Inside the Heart to Art Galleria, five artists are busy at work. With great care, they place small fragments of multicolored dichroic glass onto a black backing. Later, another artist will place clear pieces of glass on top and will fire the creations in a kiln until the glass pieces fuse.

Hall loves helping man's best friend

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

In the early hours of the morning outside the doors of the Humane Society in Marietta, two dogs sat whimpering in a cardboard box.

The 6-inch-long, 3-inch-thick mats in their fur had formed into the perfect environment for fleas to infest, biting the dogs' skin and sucking their blood.

Muth engineers his future

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Senior Kyle Muth will be graduating this May with a degree in petroleum engineering. He is very excited about what his future holds but will never forget the memories he has made at MC.

The Marcolian: How did you become interested in the petroleum engineering field?
Kyle Muth: To be honest, when I was a senior in high school I had no idea what petroleum engineering was.

Rent-a-Text program begins next fall

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Starting next semester, students will be able to rent some of their textbooks through the Marietta College bookstore.

According to Laurie McKain, the director of Conference Services, the renting process is similar to purchasing a book and can be done online or in the store.

Scott wishes Class of 2010 success

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

To the Class of 2010:

Congratulations on your graduation from Marietta College. This milestone recognizes your hard work over a period of years and your official entry into the ranks of educated women and men. That is cause for celebration, and I hope that this is a very happy time in your life.

Senior prepares to Teach for America

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Senior Katy Black has always been dedicated to serving others and making an impact. Growing up deeply connected to her faith and the Christian community, Black learned the importance of service and being able to "pass on" the good that one does for you to someone else.

Balser bids her time at MC goodbye

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

When I arrived at Marietta College, I could have never guessed what life had in store for me. As I look back on how much I have grown as a person and the wonderful experience Marietta College has offered me, I realize it is more than I could have ever expected.

Opinion: A walk in their shoes

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Nearing the end of my sixth semester at Marietta, I can safely say there isn't much on the campus that I haven't seen or done. However, April 8 was the first moment in my time here that I actually walked on the mall barefoot.

For the entire day, several students on our campus and others around the world went about their business without stilettos, trainers, sandals or anything else between the bottom of their feet and the ground.

Opinion: Military is viable post-grad choice

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Graduation is quickly approaching, and some seniors haven't found jobs yet. It is very frustrating for some and very frightening for others. Graduate school is always an option, but some can't afford to add more loans to their debt, and odds are a job isn't likely to fall into one's lap over the summer.

Opinion: Thanks, and stay classy, MC

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Well, it's the end of the year, and the end of my college career (YESSSSS), which means it's probably appropriate for me to do a farewell piece. I'd probably rupture something if I tried to do a really serious farewell speech, though, so instead it's going to follow my usual style: quirky and a little irreverent.