Tess Skoller ‘13
Skills learned at Union come in handy for this grad
What is the true value of a liberal arts education? More specifically, what is the value of a Union College education? Peter Schlessel ‘83 would say it’s the foundation where he discovered ambition on the academic level. “Union for …→
Florence: Nott just your average term abroad
I am currently sitting and writing this article on a bus traveling from Sorrento, Italy back to Florence, where I am studying abroad for the spring term. If that doesn’t make you jealous, I suggest that you continue reading to …→
Sustainability spotlight: Greeks go green
Greeks Go Green is a new campus initiative backed by the Greek community to help raise funds for U-Sustain. The project is spearheaded by Alex Yewdell ‘12 and U-Sustain junior student co-chair Kyle Lanzit ‘13. “Alex and I intern together, …→
Alum performs at Sundance
Saul Kurtz ‘11 entered Union as a Spanish major with the intention of studying abroad in Spain. Four short years later, he graduated as a music and economics interdepartmental major, a transition that would have many raising an eyebrow. Kurtz …→
Perspectives from Paris
The bright lights and rich history of Paris, France provide an ideal background for students to indulge in educational exploration. With its iconic architecture, the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Arc de Triomphe just to name a few, Paris lends …→
Other haunted places in Schenectady
VALE CEMETERY – Haunted by mysterious black and white figures that hover over tomb stones, and statues that allegedly bleed from their eyes and heads. – Lights have been seen flickering inside the church on the outskirts of the grounds. – …→
Still Unwritten
College is all about finding yourself. This week, Tess Skoller and Shilpa Darivemula asked four students how they define themselves.
Coffee across the pond
For many Union College students, making a quick trip to the Starbucks coffee kiosk in the Wold Center is a staple in their day. Whether it be before that dreaded 8 a.m. class or a midday caffeine fix, it’s no …→
Food: On following the Kosher diet
In the Jewish religion, there are foods considered “kosher” that are prepared in accordance with Jewish dietary laws. These laws state that pork, rabbit, eagles, owl, catfish, sturgeon, and any shellfish, insect or reptile are deemed non-kosher. The laws also …→
Impact on U: International Culture Week
International Culture Week was successful in both providing educational events and drawing attention to diversity issues at Union. According to the school’s website, the class of 2014 is 16% students of color and 4% international students. Thus, by looking at …→