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By Stephanie Safie, Emma Romano, Hannah Garrett, and Jarred Flahive on April 30, 2024. ‘Cendrillon’ beckons in the return of opera at Rollins College. Featured.
The Sandspur celebrates its 125th anniversary
Mar 27, 2019 · On a warm December morning in 1894, a literary journal called The Sand-Spur, decorated with a cover featuring a small yet mighty plant, was available at Rollins for the first time.This day marked the beginning of a 125-year tradition of The Sandspur, which as of this year, remains the oldest continuous student-run newspaper in Florida.. The Sandspur’s motto began as ‘Stick to it,’ and ...
Letter from the Editors - The Sandspur
Sep 20, 2024 · Letter from the Editors. By Paloma Kluger and Sarah Ogden on September 20, 2024. Dear freshmen, Masks, CampusClear, and virtual Candlewish. My first semester at Rollins certainly did not go as I had imagined. As an eager high school freshman, I had very distinct ideas of what the future would hold four years down the line.
Letter from the Editor: ‘The Sandspur’ wins gold medal
Feb 4, 2022 · Letter from the Editor: ‘The Sandspur’ wins gold medal. By Hannah Butcher on February 4, 2022. CSPA gold medals are awarded to student-run media that achieve a score of at least 800 out of 1,000 points. When we submitted The Sandspur’s content to the Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA) in October, we did not know what to expect.
Q&A: New organization destigmatizes student-athlete mental health
Sep 25, 2021 · The Hidden Opponent is the newest student organization on campus that focuses on student-athlete mental health. The Sandspur spoke to Isabella Espino (‘24), president of the organization and member of the Women’s Rowing team, to learn more about its mission and plans.. Q: What does “The Hidden Opponent” mean? A: The Hidden Opponent is the mental block that athletes face and keeps them ...
New academic year brings new changes to campus - The Sandspur
During peer educator training, Rollins officials and staff announced several changes that are coming to campus this year. Whether you are a new or returning student, here are a few things to look out for as you enter the 2023-24 academic year: Wellness Center Online Appointments: Students who wish to book a Counseling (CAPS) or Health Services appointment may now do so online through the ...
Mold extends building closures - The Sandspur
Jan 28, 2022 · Photo by Alexander Knobloch. Rice Family Pavilion and the Warren Administrative Building remain closed due to issues with air quality and mold detected during Fall 2021.
Improving Campus Connection - The Sandspur
Nov 7, 2022 · In a previous report, The Sandspur found that loneliness amongst underclassmen has been a pertinent issue on campus. The investigation revealed that homesickness and isolation are the driving problems—especially for those coming to the college from out of the city, state, or country.
Features Archives - The Sandspur
By Stephanie Safie, Emma Romano, Hannah Garrett, and Jarred Flahive on April 30, 2024. Oct. 16, 2023 is a day that Senior Connor Thornton (’24) will never forget, as it changed the outlook of his future. After committing to….
Columns Archives - The Sandspur
Bob Inglis (R-S.C.), the 2015 JFK Profile in Courage Award Winner who was ousted from Congress for believing in climate change, was brought to Rollins…