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#TBT: Columbia Closed Its Doors To Mourn Martin Luther King Jr.’s Passing

By Amara Banks on Feb 09, 2017 2 Comments

On Tuesday, April 9th, 1968 Spec reported on Columbia’s closure to mourn the death of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. College President Grayson Kirk announced the shutdown, closing all campus buildings and cancelling classes after receiving a letter from The Concerned Black Students (an ad hoc group formed on campus). He initially planned on closing Columbia for […]

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Support Your Fellow Students With A Valentine’s Gram Or Event

By Ross Chapman on Feb 09, 2017 0 Comments

Nothing says Valentine’s Day like capitalizing on the emotions of young lovers. If you’re looking for a way to spend your Valentine’s weekend, or if you want to buy something for that special someone, a ton of clubs are fighting for your attention and money. Here’s our one-stop list for all of the Valentine’s opportunities […]

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Ask Bwog: How Do I Find Love In Butler?

By Bwog Staff on Feb 09, 2017 0 Comments

Desperate, lonely, seeking validation, and studying furiously for your upcoming exams? We have some advice for you. If you don’t see it working out, consider submitting a personal. Dear Bwog, Valentine’s Day is coming up and…I don’t have a date. Usually I like to wait around the stairs leading to JJ’s Place and wait for […]

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Bwoglines: Snow Day Edition

By Elana Rebitzer on Feb 09, 2017 0 Comments

Happening in the World: On Wednesday, the Senate confirmed Sen. Jeff Sessions to the position of Attorney General. The vote was close, and though all but one Democrat voted against him, all Republicans voted for his successful confirmation. (Washington Post) Happening in New York City: All public schools in New York City have been closed due to […]

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Snow Day! Columbia (Finally) Cancels Classes For Winter Storm Niko

By Bwog Staff on Feb 09, 2017 0 Comments

After claiming in an email Wednesday night that campus would operate as normal through Winter Storm Niko, Columbia has announced that classes will not occur for both Morningside and CU Medical School campuses. The original email from Facilities Executive VP David Greenberg at 8:15 pm, entitled “Winter Storm Niko update,” stated, “At this time, we […]

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A Snow Day Prayer: Winter Storm Niko

By Leo Bevilacqua on Feb 08, 2017 1 Comments

Dear Alma, And just when you thought Columbia could not get any whiter, Winter Storm Niko loomed its vanilla head. Seriously, Columbia students probably have not been shooken up by this much white nonsense since the Civil War. Tomorrow is but a small sacrifice for our safety and well being. While other New York institutions of higher learning […]

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Library Reviews: Barnard Library (The LeFrakBrary)

By Ross Chapman on Feb 08, 2017 0 Comments

Here’s another library review! A lesser-known, quiet study spot at Barnard. For when Butler is too mainstream (read: crowded) for you. Location: LeFrak Center, Barnard Hall. The library is right in front of you when you walk in, but blocked by a wall. Entrances are to the left or the right along the main hallway’s West […]

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Holocaust Remembrance Event At The Italian Academy

By Youngweon Lee on Feb 08, 2017 0 Comments

There will be a Holocaust remembrance event at the Italian Academy (1161 Amsterdam Avenue, just south of 118th St.) today from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. This is an annual event hosted by the Italian Academy exploring discrimination and crimes against humanity. Doors will open at 5 pm, and available seats will be released at […]

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The Fraternity Rush Process As Told By Someone Who Knows Nothing About The Fraternity Rush Process

By Youngweon Lee on Feb 08, 2017 1 Comments

The confused international student is back! Daily Editor Youngweon Lee explains the fraternity rush process as seen by her, a clueless foreigner. This process is a lot longer than the sorority rush process, because it feels like people are rushing or pledging for months every semester. You get to choose which fraternity you rush, and you can rush multiple […]

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Barnard 2017 Commencement Speaker Announced

By Bwog Staff on Feb 08, 2017 0 Comments

This morning, Dean Hinkson announced via email that Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) president Joanne Liu will be Barnard’s 2017 commencement speaker. In addition to being keynote speaker, Liu will also receive the Barnard medal of distinction. Other medal honorees include Johnnetta Cole, Director of the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art; Zainab Salbi, […]

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At The Forefront Of Mental Health Reform: GSSC Addresses Student Concerns

By Romane Thomas on Feb 08, 2017 3 Comments

Last night General Studies Student Council hosted a town hall where many crucial issues were discussed including mental health initiatives, stress culture at Columbia, and representation of marginalized groups. President Larosa started by giving his own update about the intiatives for mental health that the council had been working on. He explained that the council […]

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Bwoglines: The Country Is Falling Apart

By Youngweon Lee on Feb 08, 2017 4 Comments

Happening in the world: Republican senators voted on Tuesday to formally silence Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) on the senate floor until Senator Jeff Sessions’ (R-AL) nomination for Trump’s cabinet is complete. Democrat senators have been trying to delay confirmations of nominees for Trump’s cabinet, making this process the most dragged out one in US history. (The […]

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WATERLICCC-T: A Comprehensive Review Of Many Of The Water Fountains Around Campus

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give your favorite water fountain 5 stars on yelp
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i am thirsty
the WATERLICHT of bwog posts if you will
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To All The Things I’ve Lost Before

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a moment of silence for the lost airpods (and fake airpods)
bring back bwog lost and found
where do all those hair ties end up
you ever just...lose yourself?

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Who Needs a Spire Anyway?

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a ND rooftop pool would have killer views
all this over one (1) pointy boi
baguette
rémy the rebuilder
the roof is quite literally on fire

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Bwoglines: Legalization Edition

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stage fright is so good and we don't deserve jenny slate
the vape life has consequences
ur pen could kill u
wow big company lied about climate change big shocking news

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A Letter To Whoever Keeps Taking My Omelet

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food
hell hath no fury like a woman scorned...
is omelet really spelled omelet and not omelette??????

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Send Us Your Events, Cowards

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bwog covers events
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Thoughts You Have While Eating a Jumbo Slice of Koronet Pizza

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adapt improvise overcome
pride goeth before the pizza
the margherita SLAPS
we stan koronet

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Here’s How You Send Anonymous Tips To Bwog

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tea need not be pipin' hot
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who even emails anymore? COLLEGE STUDENTS DO
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