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In a tradition dating back 40 years, faculty and staff will serve a traditional Thanksgiving dinner to students on Nov. 17. Watch videos from past dinners.


This year Dining Services purchased almost $400,000 in locally grown and processed foods. Other sustainable practices include:

  • a reusable mug program
  • reducing waste and water use
  • recycling cooking oil

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Twelve students are taking part in the Eisenhower Institute Undergraduate Fellows Program, a program that offers students the chance to develop their leadership skills and grow in their knowledge and understanding of public policy. Read more.


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In Ike’s footsteps: Student-fellows tackle public policy issues

Twelve students make up this year's group of undergraduate fellows at the Eisenhower Institute at Gettysburg College. As fellows, the students develop...

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Gettysburg College students travel to Britain to study ancient artifacts


What if Stonehenge were relocated to a museum and replica stones were erected at the original site? Would the site still feel sacred? Would the fake...

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Study abroad an 'incredible' experience, student says


Studying in Spain was "one of the most incredible things I ever did in my life," said Jen Lech, a Spanish and psychology double-major.

During...

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Photo of the Day contest winner chosen by razor-thin margin


A one-vote margin decided Gettysburg College's Photo of the Day contest.

With 93 of 392 ballots cast, Spanish and psychology major Jen Lech,...

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How long would it take you to solve a Rubik's Cube?


First-year student Andrew Kotila's fastest time for solving a Rubik's Cube isn't close to the world record. Even so, don't bet that you can beat him...

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Gettysburg College student balances passion for athletics, music


Put football players on a football field and you will get noise. But pull Gettysburg College junior Anthony DeSalva away from practice and put him in...

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Student's photos highlight study-abroad experiences in Bahamas, Denmark, Africa


To some travelers, the Bahamas, Copenhagen, and Africa might sound like a dream vacation: fun in the sun, clubbing, and a safari.

But for Katharine...

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Students serve and learn around the world


From working with migrant populations in Gettysburg to providing laptops to children in South Africa, Gettysburg College students have spent their...

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Gettysburg College community gives back in honor of Pres. Riggs' Inauguration


In honor of President Janet Morgan Riggs' inauguration and the National Day of Service, Gettysburg College students, alumni, trustees, and staff volunteered...

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Learning to lead: student manages orientation experience for new class


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Videos, photo galleries capture Class of 2013 orientation experiences


Flip through dozens of photos, watch several videos, and read remarks from keynote speakers to experience all that the first-year students did during...

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Pres. Riggs authors op-ed on liberal arts education and why it still matters


President Janet Morgan Riggs '77 authored an editorial that appeared in The Patriot News (Harrisburg, Pa.) Aug. 30 on the relevance of a liberal...

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Gettysburg College's newest students volunteer, get to know their new 'home'


One day after moving into residence halls, Gettysburg College's newest students were highly visible in the community Aug. 27 as they participated in...

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Gettysburg College's Class of 2013 has wide range of accomplishments


As Gettysburg College welcomes the Class of 2013, the breadth of the first-year students' achievements is quite impressive.

From a United States...

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Ascent leadership program initiates new students to Gettysburg College


From backpacking on the Appalachian Trail to tackling poverty in Adams County, the Ascent pre-orientation program gives first-year students an early...

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Gettysburg on Princeton Review Financial Aid Honor Roll; campus food praised too


After receiving the highest possible score, Gettysburg College has been named to The Princeton Review's 2010 Financial Aid Honor Roll.
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Relive the Bullets' Top Ten moments of 2008-09


Before the Gettysburg College Bullets return to action, relive some of the most exciting moments from the 2008-09 season.

The Top Ten moments...

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Gettysburg College honored for work with Philadelphia public school grads


Gettysburg’s Dean of Intercultural Advancement Pete Curry received a “Key to Our Success” award from Philadelphia Futures’ Sponsor...

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Gettysburg College students use drool to monitor dogs' stress levels


 

The Patriot-News
May 4, 2009

To three Gettysburg College students, dog drool is something to study.

Biology...

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Bullets student-athletes named Academic All-Americans


Two Gettysburg College wrestlers have been named Academic All-Americans.

The National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) honored senior Andrew...

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Gettysburg College students receive $10,000 to promote literacy in Nepal


Gettysburg College students Jacquelyn Powell and Sneha Shrestha received a $10,000 Davis Projects of Peace grant to establish a library at the Pancha...

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Gettysburg College accepts impressive students for Class of 2013


What happens when you have more than 5,100 excellent applicants for Gettysburg College's Class of 2013, but space for only about 700 first-year students? Learn More

 

Student art on display through April 18 at Schmucker Gallery; photos available


GETTYSBURG, Pa. - To celebrate the end of an academic year, student artwork will be on display beginning March 26 at Gettysburg College.

Gettysburg...

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Student photographer's exhibit to benefit children in Nepal


The sale of framed images by award-winning Gettysburg College student photographer Anukul Gurung will support underprivileged children in his native...

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Award-winning student photographer has world-wide vision


Between Gettysburg and Nepal, award-winning photographer Anukul Gurung '09 has found his vision.

"As I walked down the streets of Kathmandu...

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Speak Up, Write Out student journalism conference to take place Feb. 28


The second annual Speak Up, Write Out media conference will take place Feb. 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Gettysburg College Science Center.

The...

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Lawrese Brown found direction at Gettysburg


Lawrese Brown has found her way at Gettysburg, first to a major that she created herself, and then, via the College's career development network, ...

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Students network with alumni, future employers during Career Week Feb. 9-13


From networking with alumni and prospective employers to improving interview skills and finding an internship, Gettysburg College students will have...

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Students experience Obama inauguration firsthand; photos available


More than 40 Gettysburg College students traveled to Washington, D.C., to join millions of people at the Inauguration, witnessing history as Barack...

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Students spent 10 days in Nicaragua on service-learning trip; blog, photos available


More than a dozen Gettysburg College students traveled to Nicaragua in early January for a 10-day service-learning immersion trip, volunteering their...

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Gettysburg College students enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner with friends


What do you do with 224 turkeys, 2,000 students, and 100 faculty and staff volunteers? Serve Thanksgiving dinner.

 

Each year...

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Augustana, Reel Big Fish to perform Nov. 8 at Gettysburg College


GETTYSBURG, Pa. - Augustana and Reel Big Fish will perform Nov. 8 at Gettysburg College.

The 7:30 p.m. concert will take place in the...

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Gettysburg College to present 'West Side Story' at Majestic Theater Nov. 6-9


GETTYSBURG, Pa - Gettysburg College's Department of Theatre Arts and Sunderman Conservatory of Music will present "West Side Story" at the...

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Friends, sisters, political adversaries? Two Gettysburg College students share how


There's one evening of their college careers Beth Leamy and Madeline Shepherd will definitely not be spending together.

On Nov. 4, the...

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Sustainability Week events planned at Gettysburg College


Gettysburg College will mark Sustainability Week Oct. 20 to 25.

A wide range of activities is planned, from forums to collecting produce...

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Blogs trace seminars' journeys to Nicaragua, Washington


To study national and global issues, two seminars traveled off-campus during the fall break.

Daily blogs and photo galleries trace students' experiences...

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‘It’s your vote, know the issues’ events planned this month; photo gallery available


GETTYSBURG, Pa. - "It's your vote, know the issues" will be the theme of non-partisan pre-election lectures, discussions and events at Gettysburg...

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Gettysburg College first-year student helps save local boy's life


First-year student Dominick Murphy, of Union, N.J., did something during the first week of classes that one local mother will never forget. He saved...

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Students 'get' importance of service, President Riggs writes in op-ed


Interim President Janet Morgan Riggs '77 wrote an op-ed on the importance of public service. It appeared in The Patriot News on Sunday, Sept. 21.

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Fraternity wins national honors, sponsors benefit 5K run


Gettysburg College's Theta Pi chapter of Lambda Chi Alpha won numerous awards during the fraternity's national assembly this past summer.

Among...

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Pets welcome students to Gettysburg College; photo gallery available


For the third consecutive year, dogs helped welcome students to Gettysburg College this fall.

During the first three weeks of classes,...

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Gettysburg College welcomes its newest members


From moving into their rooms to retracing Abe Lincoln's footsteps, photos and videos will chronicle the Class of 2012's first days as members of the Gettysburg...

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Gettysburg College's newest students volunteer, get to know their new 'home'


GETTYSBURG, Pa. - One day after moving into residence halls, Gettysburg College's newest students will be highly visible in the community Aug. 28 ...

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Gettysburg College's Class of 2012 has wide range of accomplishments


As Gettysburg College's incoming Class of 2012 continues to take shape, the breadth of the admitted students' achievements is becoming clearer. Learn More

 

Gettysburg College Bullets count down top-five moments from 2007-08


Before the 2008-09 Gettysburg College Bullets are back in action, relive some of the most exciting moments from last year's season - buzzer-beater...

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Bullets count down top moments from 2007-08


The 2007-08 season was a successful one for Gettysburg College athletics. Among the highlights were three Centennial Conference team titles, six team or...

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Summer internships boost careers of more than 200 Gettysburg College students


From working on the set of MTV News to coordinating community outreach for Senator Barack Obama, more than 200 Gettysburg College students are engaged...

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Track & field standout earns NCAA post-grad scholarship


A Gettysburg College track & field standout was awarded an NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship.

Jane D'Addario (Farmington, Conn./Farmington)...

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Gettysburg College lacrosse player wins national recognition


The Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) honored Gettysburg College's Katie Ceglarski as NCAA Division III Midfielder of the Year...

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Gettysburg College students win Mellon grants for summer research


Hyperinflation in Zimbabwe, "intelligent design" in public schools, and sea-slug toxins' potential cancer-fighting ability are just a few of ...

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National poetry winners to read April 16


GETTYSBURG, Pa. - National Poetry Series winners Nadine Meyer and Steve Gehrke will read from their work April 16 at Gettysburg College.

The...

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Gettysburg College club raises nearly $60,000 for cancer research


GETTYSBURG, Pa. - Despite a rainy evening that forced participants inside, the Second Annual Relay for Life at Gettysburg College was a huge success...

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Conference brings top journalists to Gettysburg College


Students organized a conference that brought journalists from CBS, the New York Times and other media outlets to Gettysburg College in April...

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Gettysburg College student receives award from United Way


GETTYSBURG, Pa. - Gettysburg College sophomore Kathryn Sanford was one of six women recognized March 31 for her public service to the Gettysburg community...

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'Amazing' students chosen for Gettysburg College's Class of 2012


The math is daunting: nearly 6,000 applications for 705 places in Gettysburg College's incoming Class of 2012. Add an important variable — the...

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International fashion show highlights variety of cultures on campus


Showcasing the diversity of cultures on campus, the Gettysburg College International Club hosted its annual International Dinner and Fashion show ...

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Photo blog tracking students on Colorado wilderness leadership trek


Spring break in Cancun? Not for 24 Gettysburg College students who will spend 11 days trekking through Colorado’s rugged Sawatch Range...

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'A Streetcar Named Desire' to be performed Feb. 22-26


GETTYSBURG, Pa. ­ The play "A Streetcar Named Desire" will be performed Feb. 22 to 26 at Gettysburg College.

Presented ...

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Senior to present piano recital Feb. 29


GETTYSBURG, Pa. ­ Gettysburg College senior Leah Sigle will perform a piano recital Feb. 29 at Gettysburg College.

The 8 p.m. program...

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'Vagina Monologues' to be performed Feb. 14 & 15


GETTYSBURG, Pa. - Gettysburg College students, faculty and administrators will perform Eve Ensler's "The Vagina Monologues" Feb. 14 and ...

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Gettysburg College students to join national global warming teach-in


To learn more about global warming solutions, Gettysburg College students will take part in what is expected to be the largest "teach-in"...

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Students learn about New York media careers, meet Katie Couric


GETTYSBURG, Pa. - From meeting CBS Evening News anchor Katie Couric to seeing their names on a Times Square billboard, Gettysburg College students...

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Gettysburg player sets records in California tourney


THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. - Junior forward Joe Spierenburg (Chambersburg, Pa./St. Maria Goretti (Md.)) blocked 12 shots to set a pair of records...

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