Winterim sign ups will be the week of December 2nd in Reid during lunch. Also: Look out for a forthcoming Programming Survey: give input on what events you want to see next semester!

A Town Hall was held Monday evening on the topic of Core. Students suggested remedies for Core, which in its current form lacks faculty support. The meeting was attended by over 40 students and moderated by Student Affairs Vice President Roman Goerss. Will Canine will bring students’ grievances and suggestions to the Core Curriculum Committee, which he sits on.

The Senate met last Sunday. Business included final adoption of revised by-laws and a report on recent activity in the Board of Trustees. By-laws will be on web site shortly.

IMPORTANT: The Finance Committee has recently finalized criteria for the Savings Fund. This $40,000 award is open to all students and organizations and intended to foster student initiative in its myriad of forms that positively impact the environment of Whitman College and the surrounding community.   Project proposals will be evaluated by the following criteria:
1) Feasibility of project (timeline, costs, human investment)
2) History of group
3) Scope/Impact of Project
4) Legacy of Project (Long-term Impact)
5) Effects beyond campus
6) Civic Engagement and Responsibility
7) Spending is within the bylaws

Some examples of possible projects include endeavors that promote environmental sustainability, environmental and social justice, personal development, or art in any of its various manifestations. Email [email protected] for more information. Publicity efforts are under way.