Did you know that in the United States, one in every two hundred people is homeless? These issues were explored during Hunger and Homelessness Awareness week, which began on Mon., Nov. 16. The week features speakers, panels, and demonstrations to bring about awareness on the state of world hunger, the amount of people who experience homeless, and the issues that they face.
US Senate candidate, Congressman Joe Sestak (D-PA) announced legislation to increase commitment to help struggling veterans secure housing. Congressman Sestak's latest effort to assist veterans without shelter complements Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki's plan announced this month to eradicate homelessness among veterans within five years.
On Mon., Nov. 16, the Student Government Association held an election for the position of Class of 2013 Representative. Seven of these positions are available for each class year. At the end of the previous spring semester, the Student Government officially divided Class Councils from Student Government.
Students across the country want to support their favorite causes but may not have the time or the money to do so. Now they can! Students, faculty and their families are turning to two innovative trends to raise money without having to solicit donations from others or reach into their own pockets.
The Express Times and lehighvalleylive.com have proudly reported that the College has been placed into Kiplinger's Personal Finance top 100 list of Best Values for Private Schools. This list, which is updated and published annually by Kiplinger's, also ranks Lehigh University and Lafayette College among the best private colleges and universities across the country.
Nov. 9 - Lost Property - On campus, there was a report of a lost student ID and key. The student later notified Campus Safety that both items had been found. Nov. 9 - Larceny/Theft - In Prosser Hall Main, basement, there was a report of a theft of a bicycle.