Yik Yak Yaks About Bullying

By Johanna Gross     On March 9, the student body of Salem College began the process of voting for the new Student Government Association (SGA) board. Within 24 hours, quorum was reached. The following day, March 11, the new officers were announced.     Almost immediately after the email was sent to Salem students, people took to the […]

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SGA 2016-17 Election Results

By Sarah Vick The Salemite extends its gratitude to the excellent and efficient election co-chairs, Emily Rutledge and Brianna Youngblood for running this year’s Student Government Association (SGA) elections so well. Congratulations as well to all of the elected officers for the 2016-17 academic year! Here are the final results for Salem’s 2016-17 Student Government […]

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SGA Debate One: Highlights

By Kristen Maikoo Student Government Association (SGA) held their first debates for 2016 candidates yesterday night. Here are some highlights. SGA Presidential candidates Misbah Khan, Ella Hill and Peyton Ellis addressed topics such as inclusivity, communication and connecting with groups at other colleges. Khan was the first to speak on improving communication between the SGA […]

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I am Muslim. Would You Hug Me?

By Lesly Luna Photo by Monique Ahmad        In light of recent terrorist attacks associated with extremist Muslims, a Salem student has attempted to bring attention to a more humanistic view of the Islamic community.     On a November afternoon, Misbah Khan, C’17 decided to participate in a national movement whose initiative is to shine light on […]

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