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The Oldest College Weekly in America. Founded 1868.

The Colgate Maroon-News

The Oldest College Weekly in America. Founded 1868.

The Colgate Maroon-News

Leaving It All on the Court: Sophia Diehl’s Four-Year Journey at Colgate

Leaving It All on the Court: Sophia Diehl’s Four-Year Journey at Colgate

Annika Watson, Staff Writer May 2, 2025

While spring symbolizes new beginnings and a fresh start, for Colgate University seniors it means closing the chapter of their college years. Over the past few months, senior Sophia Diehl reflected on...

Sophie Cucinotta: All Across Colgate

Sophie Cucinotta: All Across Colgate

LJ Coady, Senior Editor May 2, 2025

There is no one else on campus quite like senior Sophie Cucinotta. Constantly running the steep hill between the Ho Science Center and Little Hall, she is concentrating in biology and art and art history...

Sprinting Toward Opportunity: Ini Oyewusi on Growth, Grit and Goosebeak

Sprinting Toward Opportunity: Ini Oyewusi on Growth, Grit and Goosebeak

Lindsay Scheffler, Baker’s Dozen Editor May 2, 2025

Whether racing around the track, working on the third floor of the library or cracking jokes on the comedy stage, senior Ini Oyewusi has taken full advantage of opportunities to get involved on Colgate...

Leading Beyond the Classroom: Nikhil Bahal’s Colgate Experience

Leading Beyond the Classroom: Nikhil Bahal’s Colgate Experience

Grace Coleman, Staff Writer May 2, 2025

For senior Nikhil Bahal, Colgate University has been more than a place to earn a degree; it has been a place to build community. He has been involved in all areas of Colgate life including leadership,...

Global Dreams, Local Roots: How Despina Anastasiou Made Colgate Her Launchpad

Global Dreams, Local Roots: How Despina Anastasiou Made Colgate Her Launchpad

Isabel Begollari, Staff Writer May 2, 2025

Senior Despina Anastasiou is concentrating in international relations with a double minor in history and Middle East and Islamic Studies, and proves you can truly do it all while wearing a smile the entire...

The Ultimate Multitasker: Katie Maratea on French-Speaking, Event-Planning and Team-Building

The Ultimate Multitasker: Katie Maratea on French-Speaking, Event-Planning and Team-Building

Cora Baker, Baker’s Dozen Editor May 2, 2025

Whether planning campus-wide events, establishing new student organizations or representing Colgate University at international conferences, senior Katie Maratea from Basking Ridge, N.J., has left an indelible...

How Elsa O’Brien Became a Voice of Colgate

How Elsa O’Brien Became a Voice of Colgate

Devika Oldfield, Contributing Writer May 2, 2025

Senior Elsa O’Brien’s journey at Colgate University has been anything but ordinary. From being a quiet girl who never intended to hold a public position, much less president of the Student Government...

Gray Purcell: Finding Your Niche(s) at Colgate

Gray Purcell: Finding Your Niche(s) at Colgate

Hannah Marcotrigiano, Contributing Writer May 3, 2024

Originally from Baltimore, Md., senior Gray Purcell is an environmental studies major and sociology minor who participates in a diverse portfolio of activities and organizations on campus. She has ingrained...

Sarah Miller: Student-Athlete Extraordinaire, Budding Scientist

Sarah Miller: Student-Athlete Extraordinaire, Budding Scientist

Ale Lewis, Contributing Writer May 3, 2024

Senior Sarah Miller, a physics major and biology minor from Long Valley, N.J., has excelled in her academic and athletic endeavors at Colgate University. Her awards and distinctions are a testament to...

Jeff Woodward: Excelling on the Court and in the Classroom

Jeff Woodward: Excelling on the Court and in the Classroom

LJ Coady, Head Baker’s Dozen Editor May 3, 2024

Whether you’re a superfan or only superficially interested in the Colgate University men’s basketball team, one face is instantly recognizable. Standing at 6 feet 11 inches tall and dominating the...

Mia Buchband: Lessons & Legacy of a Lead Link

Mia Buchband: Lessons & Legacy of a Lead Link

Gillian Lustenberger, Contributing Writer May 3, 2024

Senior Mia Buchband is a sociology major and education studies minor at Colgate University. Throughout her time at Colgate, she has been involved in Link Staff, Mad Tutors, SAT prep and Greek life. As...

Max Rubinstein: Understanding the World Through Science and the Stage

Max Rubinstein: Understanding the World Through Science and the Stage

Emery Furgason, Contributing Writer May 3, 2024

As finals week and graduation approach, many seniors begin to reflect on their time at Colgate University as they prepare to walk across the stage for their diplomas. One distinct member of the Class of...

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