The Ithacan

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IC has announced that Sheila Katz ’05, CEO of the National Council of Jewish Women, will give the main address at the 2022 Commencement ceremony.

Ithaca College junior Caitlin Holtzman, has been named the editor-in-chief of The Ithacan for the 2022–23 academic year.

The lack of student voters is becoming more concerning for long-term residents who are impacted by the census of college towns like Ithaca. 

Two guest speakers joined SGC at its March 28 meeting and imparted information about student advocacy, mental health and housing.

IC faculty members work to support students’ education and mental well-being as well as their own, with a growing focus on trauma-informed teaching. 

At its March 21 meeting, SGC discussed how the it can support the MLK Scholar and First-Gen Programs, as end the COVID-19 health survey requirement. 

SGC discussed its constituents’ concerns and questions March 7, regarding changes at the college like curriculum revision and the mask mandate.

SGC is working on several bills like a bill that would extend library hours, a dining bill and an to update the Improved Campus Lighting Bill.

The search for a new director for the Ithaca College London Center (ICLC) has concluded after several leadership changes in recent years.

Starting March 4, IC will not require face masks to be worn within indoor locations, unless clearly stated otherwise, regardless of vaccination status.

After an abrupt closure, the library will once again be offering access to the archives — a collection of records that preserve the college’s history.

Local government officials in the City of Ithaca are confident that the community initiatives started by former mayor Svante Myrick will continue.