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"Murder in Hearst": The New Petrel Page Turners Execs
In Oglethorpe’s Hearst Hall, the OU community gathered to help solve the "murder" of six of the Petrel Page Turners executive board members. On Nov. 21, guests arrived dressed to the nines and the room quickly filled with anticipation. In collaboration with The Tower, OU’s literary magazine, the murder mystery dinner offered a fun night of food, drinks, and a touch of deception. The event celebrated the Petrel Page Turners and The Tower coming together at the end of the Fall
Kate Wilson '27
3 hours ago3 min read


Petrels Outside the Nest
In close proximity to the city of Atlanta, Oglethorpe University (OU) students have access to countless opportunities beyond the classroom. Atlanta is home to a multitude of Fortune 500 companies, including Delta Air Lines, The Coca-Cola Co., UPS, Home Depot, and many more. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers 2024 Job Outlook Report , employers rank having internship experience as one of the top attributes when hiring. Oglethorpe University Career
Kate Wilson '27
Nov 104 min read


Professor Justin Haynes on "Ibis," Writing, and Publishing
Under the dim chandelier light of historic Hearst Hall, rows of students, faculty, and alumni listened silently as English and creative writing professor Justin Haynes , Ph.D., read an excerpt from his first full-length novel “Ibis .” The author reading was part of the Oct. 22 Alumni Book Club Meeting hosted by alum Richard Bakare ’03, which was open to the Oglethorpe community beyond the normal alumni group in honor of Haynes’s publication. Left to right: Justin Haynes, R
Isabella Fonseca '27
Nov 34 min read


Stormy Brews Closure, Reported to Reopen
The closure of the campus coffee shop, Stormy Brews, has been puzzling students since the beginning of the school year. Many students have used the café in the past as a place to study, catch up with friends, and get a snack or drink, but Stormy Brews has been vacant for nearly two months. Stormy Brews café | Photo by Georgia Earls Rumors have been circulating regarding the reason for the unexplained shutdown, including a widespread story that the cafe was serving food with
Georgia Earls '27
Oct 292 min read


Music Department Shines with Back-to-Back Fall Events
Two fall concerts bring students, faculty, and the Brookhaven community together for a week of music, creativity, and connection Photo by Kate Wilson '27 Oglethorpe University’s music department is stepping into the spotlight with two events this week designed to bring students, faculty, and the community together through live performance. The department will present its annual fall gala “Beneath the Hallowed Moon” on Thursday, Oct. 23 at 8 p.m. in the Conant Performing Arts
Ronaldo Gaitán ‘26
Oct 223 min read


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
Apr 184 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


Art Flow Launches First Annual Art Fest
Art Flow held their first annual Art Fest on Oct. 18, transforming the Academic Quad into a pop-up artist market, hosting a variety of...
Fynn Grindle '25
Oct 23, 20242 min read
Greek Life at Oglethorpe University Sees Historically Low Numbers
Sorority involvement at Oglethorpe University has plummeted since the start of COVID-19, leaving the three Panhellenic chapters on...
Kate Wilson '27
Oct 12, 20243 min read


Dr. Kathryn McClymond Inaugurated as 18th President: A Week of Celebration
On Sept. 20, Dr. Kathryn McClymond was inaugurated as the 18th President of Oglethorpe University in a formal ceremony. Events in the...
Fynn Grindle '25 and Rachel Spooner '26
Sep 21, 20244 min read
'Petey's Madness' Aims to Foster Spirit and Connectivity
When juniors Jaron Willem and Neal Nankani attended their first basketball games freshman year, they found themselves surprised by the...
Fynn Grindle '25
Aug 30, 20242 min read
Kathryn McClymond Named Oglethorpe University's 18th President
The Oglethorpe University Board of Trustees (BOT) named Dr. Kathryn McClymond the university’s first female president following a Nov....
Will Miller '24
Dec 15, 20235 min read
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