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Volume XXVII, Issue V

EDITORIAL “Be sure you are not forgetting about others who will be struggling this Christmas season.”

“Hello Dolly!” Did you hear the cast be- Athletic Circle of gan pratice? Honor inducts

Caitlin Bridgers Wesleyan Wolf Players production will be performing the winter musical, “Hello Dolly” February 1-4 in Powell Theatre, inviting anyone who wants to see a vibrant, full of life Editor-in-chief Audrey show. The directors, cast, and backstage crew Pursell encourages have begun practices to make this musical one students to volunteer of the best ones yet. over the Christmas When interviewed about her hopes for season. the upcoming production, high school ThePg. 2 ater Director Stephanie Simmons says she is “hoping it brings a lot of joy to everyone – not just the cast members or backstage and design NEWS crew, but the audience too.” “Hello Dolly” is a cheerful musical that is full of vibrance and very entertaining. “Hello Dolly” is set in at the turn of the century in 1898. It is based off an old film called “The Matchmaker.” At the time, people typically had arranged marriages or hired a matchmaker. In this musical, Dolly is a matchmaker. The musical follows her and her clients’ storylines as she matches different couples. Wesleyan students are She begins to feel a longing to find a match for herself. When asked why she chose this encouraged to show play, Simmons said, “I want the cast and high their generosity for the amazing donors on John Wesley Day. Pg. 5

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schoolers to see what difference a 100 years makes of how people meet each other, but also Walker Huckaby see some similarities with matchmaking apps The Athletic Circle of Honor recognizes outand social media.” Everyone is looking for love, and that part of the human condition will standing alumni for their contributions to the never change. The matchmaking side of the Wesleyan athletic programs between the girls production will add humor and a good twist to and boys varsity basketball games against West Hall on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023, at 7 p.m in Yancey Gymnasium. “The Athletic Circle of Honor is a formal way of recognizing the best student athletes who come through Wesleyan,” Assistant Head of School for Advancement Marc Khedouri said. (cont’d on pg. 6) Jameson Kavel ‘17 throws the ball to first base to get an out for the Duke Blue Devils. (l to r) Freshman Fiona Callahan, sophomores Ellie Simmons, and Allison Simmons practice their soprano parts during musical rehearsal. Hanrahan (cont’d on pg. 7) that fact.

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Alexander Glover promotes Christmas Spirit

Jack Hobgood For senior Alexander Glover, something that started off as watchFEATURES ing YouTube videos of middle-aged men syncing music to their Christmas light show in their suburban front yard has developed into something that is becoming a Wesleyan Christmas tradition for many. Glover has been putting on a light show throughout the holiday season for the past few years for all to see. After watching countless videos of light shows and falling in love with the idea of putting on one himself, Glover made it happen. His show started off with minimal lights and decorations. As he’s bought up additional product and invested more of his time and money into the development of the show, it has grown into a much larger performance, which many Wesleyan students, faculty members, and Check out what Wesleyan students did over parents watch each year. (cont’d on pg. 11) Thanksgiving break. Pg. 12

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Wesleyan’s winter sports teams challenge their opponents throughout the season thus far. Pg. 14-15

Senior Alexander Glover’s light show in his front yard brings joy to all who get the priviledge of coming to see it. Glover

Winter Exam Schedule 2022 12/14

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