Division of Humanities
Student Publications
The Elm
The Elm is the official campus weekly newspaper and is the main source of news information on the campus, featuring sections on current campus events, opinions, student life, lifestyle, and sports.
The Collegian
The Collegian, Washington College's official student features magazine, is published monthly by and for the students.
The Medium
Middle Hall's own literary magazine, The Medium features essays and reviews, poetry, and art.
Broadsides
Broadsides is an almost-weekly creative magazine that features one page per issue. It includes a piece of poetry or prose that fits on one page and is accompanied by a found piece of art that compliments the writing.
The Colophon
Combination literary magazine, blog, and writer's workshop, The Colophon is a new addition to the student publications lineup. Students submit their creative works to be posted online, where their peers can post comments, opinions, and constructive criticism. Colophon writers meet every other Sunday at the Rose O'Neill Literary House for a writer's workshop of the pieces submitted for the current issue.
Apeiron
The Philosophy Club sponsors Apeiron, a student journal of philosophy and religion. Appearing annually in April, the journal receives its title from the Greek philosophical term meaning "without boundaries" or "indeterminate." Founded by students in 2002, the journal consistently features some of the finest scholarly writing in print by undergraduates at the College. All students (majors and non-majors) are encouraged to submit essays, articles, and other media for consideration. Submissions for publication the same year are accepted until February 1st. Inquiries should go to Dr. McCabe. Paper copies are available in the alcove of Smith 227.
Pegasus
The Pegasus is the annual Washington College student yearbook, published by Jostens. Through theme, text, photographs, and design, the yearbook attempts to tell the story of the year as it pertains to students and their multifaceted experiences at Washington College. A yearbook's goal is, through the art of expert publication, to serve as a time capsule for current and future generations. The yearbook is a service of the Student Activities Fee, and is distributed in the fall following its completion, and shipped to graduated seniors. The Pegasus is a student-run and operated publication. Staff members should be open to photography, reporting and writing, graphic design, and creativity and collaboration. For more information, or to join the yearbook staff, contact 2008-2009 Editor-in-Chief Aileen Brenner abrenner2@washcoll.edu.
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