Power ShiftThe DenisonianOctober 29, 2013NewsBy Debbie GillumNews EditorDenison students learned how they can personally make a difference in the world when they spent their Fall Break at the National PowerShift convention in Pittsburgh, Pa.25 students plus the Bon Appetit Sustainability Manager attended the grassroots-based movement to learn how to shift the power in communities, on… Continue reading Students Shifting the Power
Published on the front page of The Denisonian on Sept. 17, 2013By Debbie GillumTwo alleged sexual assaults occurred on campus during the first weekend of the academic year. Both victims knew the suspects, declined criminal investigations, and preventive measures have been taken by Denison.The first alleged sexual assault occurred at 12:30 a.m. on Saturday Aug.… Continue reading Two rapes, no criminal investigations
For The Denisonian's Forum sectionSept. 17, 2013Rooftop Garden shut down by administration This time last year, The Denisonian ran a Feature article about a new rooftop garden on campus. Fast forward to today and the rooftop garden is now shut down. The student organization, PEAS (People Endorsing Agricultural Sustainability) was growing sage, rosemary, thyme, basil,… Continue reading Rooftop garden closure is a disappointment for Denison community
The Denisonian Sept. 17, 2013Community mourns Bookstore Manager: Joe WarmkeBy: Debbie Gillum “Joe’s motto was: We don’t make money, we make friends.” said Lisa Olmstead, General Merchandise Supervisor of the Denison Bookstore. She knew Joe for 16 years. Joe Warmke, the Bookstore and Business Services Manager, passed away on Sept. 7 at age 51.Warmke began… Continue reading Community mourns Bookstore Manager: Joe Warmke
New Denison website raises visibility, targets prospective studentsSept 14 2013Debbie GillumIt’s no secret: Denison has a new website. While it’s a big difference from the previous website, this new site is more dynamic and interactive, with lots of layers and a slick view of events around campus. President Weinberg is enthusiastic about the new site.… Continue reading New Denison website raises visibility, targets prospective students
CURRENT AFFAIRSIn State of the Union, Obama tells of his plan for better preschools for allMonday, March 18th, 2013DEBORAH GILLUMIn President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address, he outlined a proposal for the federal government to assist American states in funding preschool programs. He wants to guarantee preschool at age four for all American children, no matter their background.No… Continue reading U.S. President pushes for universal preschool, like Denmark’s
CURRENT AFFAIRSLondon & the UK aren't feeling the recession in the tourism sector, like other countries.Thursday, March 21st, 2013Tourists are still flocking to London as one of the top destinations in Europe, helping the UK economy recover. (Photo: WikiCommons)Like most of Europe, the economy of the United Kingdom was hit by the financial crisis in 2007. Six… Continue reading Tourism fine and dandy in UK, helping economy
Copenhagen bookstores struggle to compete with low-cost grocery storesTuesday, April 30th, 2013Danes are most interested in the cheapest pulp fiction novels, not outdated used books.You enter an ordinary bookshop in Copenhagen. Colorful paperbacks and hardbacks line the narrow shelves. A metal spiral staircase leads up to the second floor where non-fiction books live. Behind the… Continue reading Bookstores Closing Their Shutters
Graffiti covered trains, DSB annoyedALL ABOUT DENMARKCommuter trains are coated in graffiti and DSB is constantly working to combat thisDEBORAH GILLUMTuesday, May 14th, 2013Copenhagen is the place to go for train graffiti. A wide range of graffiti can be seen on the trains. Everything from “Fuck Cops” to “The World is Yours” is spray painted… Continue reading Final for International Reporting class
Learn how to bake these easy Oreo delight cupcakes!I went to visit Bryn Du Mansion, where I used to intern at last summer. I didn't want to show up empty handed, so I decided to bake something. Bruce, my boss, loves Oreos and even has a poster of a stack of Oreos with milk. So I… Continue reading Easy Oreo Delight Cupcakes
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