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Rachel Spooner '26
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Fynn Grindle '25
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Arts & Culture
Oglethorpe Alum to Open Independent Bookstore in Atlanta
Lindsi Bollinger, a 2016 Oglethorpe graduate, will open an independent bookstore called Offbeat Books in Terminal South later this...
Rachel Spooner '26
25 minutes ago3 min read
Industry Experience is "In Bloom" at The Masquerade's Intern Showcase
The Masquerade –one of Atlanta's most unique and prominent live music venues–invites people of all ages to join them for their spring...
Isabella Fonseca '27
Apr 22 min read
Oglethorpe's Third Annual World Showcase Celebrates International Diversity
Students, faculty, and families gathered on the academic quad for the annual World Showcase on March 21 for a night of cultural...
Rachel Spooner '26
Mar 312 min read
Out On Film, Atlanta's LGBTQ Film Festival, Celebrates Queer Existence and Creativity with Third Annual Spring Mini-Fest
Since its establishment 38 years ago, Out on Film has been dedicated to putting stories of queer existence on screen, with a sense of...
Fynn Grindle '25
Mar 174 min read
Lights, Camera, Last Looks: An Overview of Oglethorpe's Fifth Film Festival
Hosted by the university’s film department, Oglethorpe’s fifth annual Last Looks Student Film Festival hit the ground running on Feb....
Kennedy Bell '25
Mar 76 min read
Glitz, Glam, and the Green Light: A Recap of the Petrel Page Turners' Gatsby-Themed Gala
On Feb. 21, Oglethorpe University's book club, the Petrel Page Turners, hosted "A Night of Enchantment: A Gatsby-Themed Gala" in Lowry...
Isabella Fonseca '27
Mar 13 min read
Petrel Life
Practicing Press: Oglethorpe Students Take On Atlanta United
After weeks of preparation and barely contained excitement, on April 12, a group of eight Oglethorpe University students headed to the...
Fynn Grindle '25
2 hours ago4 min read
Remembering and Preserving the Historic Piney Grove Cemetery
Photo courtesy of Heidi Ullman Smothered by construction and damaged by gentrification, the once thriving historic African American...
Fynn Grindle '25
Apr 93 min read
Freshman Receives Grant to Help Fight Food Insecurity in Atlanta
Combining her passion for service, interest in raising awareness about food insecurity, and her dedication to the Oglethorpe community,...
Fynn Grindle '25
Apr 32 min read
Black & Proud Showcase: A Black History Month Celebration
On Feb. 20, the Black Student Caucus and the Intercultural Center (ICC) presented a ‘90s themed showcase, celebrating Black culture and...
Asante Allwood '28
Mar 203 min read
From Policy to Practice: How Oglethorpe University is Strengthening Accessibility
For decades, students with disabilities faced barriers in higher education, ranging from difficulties in accessing accommodation services...
Kate Wilson '27
Mar 203 min read
Exciting or Exasperating?: Impact of Filming on Campus
Oglethorpe University’s charming Gothic Revival architecture and Atlanta location have attracted many production crews hoping to utilize...
Fynn Grindle '25
Nov 23, 20244 min read
Features
Oglethorpe Alum to Open Independent Bookstore in Atlanta
Lindsi Bollinger, a 2016 Oglethorpe graduate, will open an independent bookstore called Offbeat Books in Terminal South later this...
Rachel Spooner '26
25 minutes ago3 min read
A Peek Into the Industry: An Interview with AJC Writer Doug Roberson
Photo by: Fynn Grindle On April 12, 2025, eight Oglethorpe University students had the opportunity to attend an Atlanta United soccer...
Ronni Cassell '25
1 hour ago9 min read
Notes from the Underground: A Talk with Photographer Sandy Ha
Photo courtesy of Sandy Ha Photographers are typically at the forefront of culture, using their personal styles to create something...
Jonah Costen '25
Apr 18 min read
Comedian Zachariah Porter Brings Quirk and Camp to Atlanta with New Show
With a variety of quirky characters, from iPad-password-confused moms to mob wife Mrs. Claus, and everyday content like car chats and...
Fynn Grindle '25
Feb 14 min read
A Conversation With Theo Solomon: The Blade of Frontiers
“Baldur’s Gate 3” is an immersive role-playing video game experience based on the tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) Dungeons & Dragons....
Rachel Spooner '26
Dec 17, 20246 min read
Queerness in "Baldur's Gate 3": A Conversation with Jennifer English
Even over a year after its initial release date in August of 2023, the hit game “ Baldur’s Gate 3 ” from Larian Studios has not lost its...
Fynn Grindle '25
Dec 17, 20247 min read
Academics
The Use of Vista Higher Learning at Oglethorpe University
At Oglethorpe University, three languages of study are offered: Spanish, German, and French. However, only the Spanish and French...
Ronni Cassell '25
Mar 193 min read
Revising the Writing Center: A Look at the OU Writing Center's First Semester
Last fall semester, the Oglethorpe University Writing Center officially opened its doors, managed by the inaugural director, Dr....
Isabella Fonseca '27
Feb 253 min read
First-Year Seminar Program Concludes Second Semester
To better assist students in the transition to post-secondary education, many institutions have offered iterations of courses, commonly...
Fynn Grindle '25
Dec 15, 20235 min read
Athletics
Division 1 and Division 3 Athletes Are More Similar Than You Think
Many athletes around the country know the feeling of taking home a victory. However, not all understand what playing at the college level...
Kate Wilson '27
Feb 265 min read
News
White House Rejects Decades of Precedent and Aims to Steer Press Access
For over 200 years, Americans have prided themselves on and championed the freedom of speech. Ultimately, the ability to practice a...
Fynn Grindle '25
Feb 274 min read
Impact of Presidential Executive Orders Involving DEI at the University Level
On Jan. 20, 2025, President Trump was inaugurated and has since signed over 70 executive orders, including one titled “ Ending Radical...
Ronni Cassell '25
Feb 254 min read
Opinions & Editorials
White House Rejects Decades of Precedent and Aims to Steer Press Access
For over 200 years, Americans have prided themselves on and championed the freedom of speech. Ultimately, the ability to practice a...
Fynn Grindle '25
Feb 274 min read
We've Heard This Story Before: Alarming Parallels of Trump's Actions and Fascist Histories
In just short of 20 days after taking office for a second term, President Donald Trump issued 84 executive actions and counting, as of...
Fynn Grindle '25
Feb 89 min read
Silence in Africa: A Student Call to Action
Even though the world is more connected globally with the advancement of technology, it feels as if there should be equitable coverage...
Murphy Murphy '26
Dec 17, 20233 min read
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