By Alexxander Andersen and Jenni Scruggs There are many wonderful traditions here at Salem College, but one of the most well-known is the tradition of Big/Little. It can be a scary experience whether this is someone’s first time getting a Big or if it is someone’s first time getting a Little. Despite the nervousness that […]
Read More…It’s early September, and Salem’s campus is buzzing with the sounds of new friendship built over coffee and dessert dates. For our First Years and Juniors, this can only mean one thing: it’s Big/Little season! Big/Little, one of Salem’s oldest and most beloved traditions, provides one of many opportunities for new students to bond with […]
Read More…By Kristen Maikoo Aspiring to attend a women’s college since the beginning of her application process, Caroline McMahon, a current First Year, appreciates the close-knit community, compact campus, and the uplifting environment, but it’s the “historical atmosphere” that most appeals to her. McMahon’s mother as well as her sister are Salem alumna which spurred her […]
Read More…First Years: Dip into your knowledge of your Big’s favorite things to create a poster she’ll love. Some examples from past posters include incorporating a favorite movie quote or character, drawing pictures, writing their name, and many more! Sophomores: It’s cooler time! Traditionally, Sophomores paint coolers to present on Fall Fest day. Although painting a […]
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