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Vol. CLIV, Issue 10
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Comparing the Pio with my Chinese university newspaper

Rensi Ke • December 7, 2009

I applied to be a columnist mainly to explore how it feels to work with an American college newspaper. But a  comparison of The Pioneer and The STU Journal, Shantou University's newspaper where I...

Holiday films: What to see, what to skip

Becquer Medak-Seguin • December 7, 2009
With the usual plethora of films coming out around Christmas, Pioneer movie review Becquer Medak-Seguín sorts out the hits from the bombs.
Mehera Nori 12 as Magenta, Erin Terrell 11 as Dr. Frank-N-Furter and Stephanie Burk 13 as Columbia give life to Rocky Horror, played by Tristan Rupert 07. Credit: Hubanks

New ‘Rocky Horror’ production bends gender, theater conventions

C.J. Wisler • December 7, 2009
A 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' virgin, Pioneer A&E reporter CJ Wisler chronicles her first experience with the culture surrounding the classic play/movie.
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Early Decision applications decline from last year, still above average

Lea Negrin • December 7, 2009
High number of Early Decision I applications continue upward trend over recent years, though they fail to match last year's records numbers.

‘For Your Entertainment’ modernizes glam rock

caitlinhardee • December 7, 2009
Adam Lambert's new album "For Your Entertainment" helps Lambert live up to title "the wild idol."

Whitman DJs bring the party to campus

caitlinhardee • December 7, 2009
The Pioneer set out to go behind the mask of the DJ—to find those people who bring the dance scene to campus, what drives and inspires them.

‘Precious’ deserves an honest chance, despite harsh criticism

Becquer Medak-Seguin • December 7, 2009
Critics who claim "Precious" reinforces African-American stereotypes ignore key elements of the movie's characters.
Members of the Meditation Club practice mindfulness and meditation on Tuesday and Wednesday nights at 8 p.m. in the Prentiss spirituality room. Courtesy of Sunn Kim.

Meditation Club promotes mindful lifestyle

kristencoverdale • December 6, 2009
Whitman's Namaste Meditation Club offers students a consistent chance to meditate on campus.

Ren Faire and reels: student group spotlights

kristencoverdale • December 6, 2009
Looking for a new hobby or interest to explore? Check out one of these clubs on campus.
From L to R: Finn Straley 11, Allie Kerr 13, Justis James Phillips 12, Kevin Klein 11, Simi Singh 12, Cory Rand 13, Kate Potter 12. Second Row: Sam Alden 12. The Varsity Nordic improv group performs. Credit: Bullion

Varsity Nordic: New name, same laughs

William Witwer • December 6, 2009
A new name, style and schedule give Varsity Nordic added consistency on campus.

WDA works with local immigrants

William Witwer • December 6, 2009
The Whitman Direct Action student group has been working to help marginalized groups through community development since 2005.

Slam Poetry Club battles it out in Los Angeles

helenjenne • December 6, 2009
The new Slam Poetry Club took seventh place at InkSlam 2009, a national slam poetry competition in Los Angeles.
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