The Board of Visitors (BOV) at the University of Mary Washington approved seven of the nine items proposed as revisions to the Fredericksburg and Stafford campus honor constitutions and handbooks this past weekend.
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Plastic products pose threat with dangerous chemical
Everywhere around us we face dangers, from airborne pathogens to people carrying concealed weapons, but no one ever thinks about the risks we take by drinking from our plastic Dasani water bottles. More recently, with many different health movements emerging, we see a lot of reusable tumblers and water bottles with stickers on them stating that they are “BPA Free.”
Campus Center a welcome addition
During the summer of 2013, the existing Chandler Hall will be torn down to make way for a new Campus Center, and the business and psychology departments will be displaced as a result.
Gun violence demands action
Americans are unfortunately all too familiar with outlandish gun violence inflicted by their own people. From the homicide shooting at the movie theater in the Aurora, Col., to the shooting on July 20 to the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School on Dec. 14. Barack Obama has little to no choice but to make efforts to get these advanced “weapons of war” off the streets and to take gun control laws head on.
Staff Editorial: News coverage of Boston bombing provides reflection on media
As aspiring professional journalists, it is hard for the editors of the Bullet to watch the media be scrutinized for their coverage of certain events. While this is true, it gives us a chance to learn from not only the mistakes of news corporations, but also what they do right.
Honor council and Giant team up for spring concerts
What is the best way to relax before the rush of finals? Everyone has a different theory, but for the past two weeks, the University of Mary Washington Honor Council and Giant Productions created an environment to help with the process.
Art alumnus gives lecture
By CARLY DAVIS On April 15, Travis Head, a University of Mary Washington alumnus from the class of 2002 spoke to current students and staff about his artistic process. During his presentation, Head talked about a variety of subjects, such as how he works almost exclusively with Papermate mechanical pencils, in addition to his [...]
Student band drops album
By HOPE RACINE University of Mary Washington student band Save the Arcadian celebrated the release of their new album, “How’d They Get Up There?” at the Underground on Thursday, April 18. Hosted by senior Isaac Whalen, UMW’s Goody opened the show. Goody, comprised of UMW students EJ Willis (also known as Chemi), Tanner Carlton [...]
It’s itty-bitty and has lots of history
By LAURA MORRIS It is that time of year again, when the nights get longer, the weather gets warmer and the clothing gets skimpier. For the ladies, summer also brings a frantic phase of trying to tone and tighten our bodies to fit into that timeless summer ensemble: the bikini. Believe it or not, [...]
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