The Norwich Guidon

The Norwich Guidon, student newspaper of Norwich University, is published twice monthly and has won numerous awards for excellence in its class. Reporters, editors, and managers for The Norwich Guidon are students at the university who work under the guidance of a Communications faculty advisor. Student editors learn electronic pagination using state of the art computer equipment.

If you have any questions or comments about the paper, please contact Professor Ken Bush at kbush@norwich.edu.

In The News

November 15, 2001

Campus crime continues

As Professor Ed Hernandez walked into Norwich University's science building Saturday morning, Nov. 10, he heard a sound he shouldn't have: running water.

Mystery of banner thefts remains unsolved

Four out of the 11 company banners prepared for Parents Weekend were stolen the Friday before family members arrived

NU students charged with campus thefts

Two former Norwich University students were arraigned last month in Washington County District Court on charges of burglary, according to the Northfield Police Department.

Computer viruses attack NU

By the time Don Manchester realized his computer had been infected with a fatal virus, it was already too late.

Flags stolen from downtown area

In an effort to raise patriotism and celebrate the Statewide Veteran's Day observance this past year, residents of Northfield, Vt., founded the Northfield Community Flag Project.

New tailgate party rules impact NU alcohol policy

The new tailgating policy allows anyone of legal drinking age to consume alcohol in designated areas on campus.

Marriage in the military: spouses say it takes hard work, innovation to succeed

The military community has one of the highest divorce rates in America today.

NU cadets honor veterans with parade, speaker

The enormous American flag was draped in front of Jackman Hall as the men and women of the Norwich University Corps of Cadets gathered on the Upper Parade ground Friday, Nov. 9, to march in honor of the nation's veterans.

Weekly psychology lunches draw students, faculty

The psychology department at Norwich has been holding weekly luncheons, or as they are more commonly called, Psych lunches, for 14 years now. The presentations cover a range of topics. Almost anything is fair game as long as it is related to psychology.

Norwich hosts panel discussions on terrorist attacks

In an effort to provide its community with some answers for the questions surrounding the events of Sept 11, Norwich University hosted two panel discussions on the topic of terrorism.

Campus naval services observe 226th birthday in Plumley celebration

Music emitted from Plumbley Armory on Oct. 3. Inside, NU cadets were looking their best in dress blue uniforms and evening gowns, having fun with classmates and celebrating the 226th birthday of the naval services.

Efforts underway to bring concerts to NU

On Sunday, Nov. 4, the leaders of the NU student senate met with administrators to discuss plans to bring concerts back to the Norwich campus.

Parking ban planned for Northfield

The town of Northfield has instituted a parking ban on all town streets for the winter season.

Pegasus Players perform Return to Forbidden Planet to large audiences

The annual Pegasus Player's student play got the attention not only of the student body, but also many people from the town.

Northfield plans summer 2002 skateboard park construction

With permission of the town of Northfield, a skateboard park will be erected at memorial park during the summer of 2002.

Northfield youth center closes for asbestos testing, building changes

For now, all youth center activities are being held either at the Northfield High School or outside the youth center building.

Northfield students help with community cleanup

On Wednesday, Oct. 17, students from Northfield Middle School brought rakes, brooms, gloves, and garbage bags to school in order to participate in the community service act of cleaning up the town.

After beating Springfield for first time since 1942: NU football ends season at 4-6

Springfield came into the game defending their Freedom Football Conference standing. This season, they were picked by the league coaches to repeat.

Diamondbacks win World Series in dramatic fashion

After a season when Barry Bonds broke the homerun record with 73 and the Mariners set a new record for wins by a baseball club with 111 wins, the World Series brought us the greatest collective ninth-inning comeback in postseason history.

Two years after serious truck accident: Mansfield enters another season coaching NU rifle team

Mansfield came into a situation where the rifle team had finished fourth in the nation after losing 2000 graduates Emily Caruso and David Held, two All-Americans and two of the best shooters Norwich has ever had.

Bean works behind the teams as athletic equipment manager

Every team has those that shine on the field, but there are also those that go unnoticed behind the scenes. It is this man that keeps players safe and properly equipped.

Student senate plans 'enjoyable' activities

While many students know the power and responsibility of the cadet corps' chain of command, which governs the day-to-day life of NU cadets, few are aware of the responsibility held by the civilian governing body, the student senate.

NU professor uses program to predict students' retention

A new study being carried out at Norwich University is attempting to predict in advance which students will graduate and which students will leave.

NU Women's hockey looks forward to new season

Although there is no checking allowed in women's hockey, the game is still physical, and Norwich women are producing big plays on the ice.