Fresh Perspectives: A collection of thoughts from a mountaintop outhouse
The outhouse used to face west—I know because whoever had the task of moving it didn’t finish the job. That is, I fell in the...
VanBuren family tree
When I was little, I thought that people with identical last names were related. As you can imagine, 6-year-old Martin was too young (and cute)...
What if it was you?
Rape. It’s an uncomfortable topic. It’s something that everyone knows is happening, but it’s also something most people choose not to talk about. It happens...
Green becomes famous with her Bernie tattoo
Ashley Callan / Castleton Spartan Close up of Sam Green's free Bernie tattoo on her leg. Would you get a tattoo to demonstrate your political...
Pot still won’t be legal at CU
Even with legalization in Vermont looming around the corner, Castleton University will still prohibit cannabis use on campus, officials say. The proposed bill being considered...
Emergency response times tested
Aaron Lethbridge / Spartan contributor A student walks past one of several emergency posts on Castleton's campus. Tom Holland got the call at 12:18 p.m....
Castleton welcomes Kasich
Castleton University’s Casella Theater was packed beyond capacity Monday with people even sitting on the stage, in the aisles and standing in the back. Individuals...
What’s in our words?
On Feb. 25, Professor Blossom gave an intriguing lecture on linguistics. There are lots of ways to talk about and think about diversity, but it’s...
Presidential candidate John Kasich coming to Castleton
You’ve seen the debates on television. You’ve heard of the rallies and speeches. Now is your chance to hear a presidential candidate speak and ask...
TBA gives students experience
Jimmy Britt / Castleton Spartan Crazyhearse preforms in Casella on Friday night. When you walk into the Casella Theater, the room is dark and silent...