faculty spotlight: dr. thomas richardson

Julessa Olgen

Managing Editor

The W has had many great professors to come and go, but it means something special when they chose to stay. Dr. Thomas C. Richardson, currently Dean of The College of Arts and Sciences, has been a faculty member for 26 years. He has recently decided to continue his studies and research on Scottish writers which allows him to travel across the country. The Spectator had the honor of sitting down with him to talk about his interest, his job and why he calls The W his home.

why you should wear a pink ribbon this month

Velvet Case

Reporter

The month of October was declared National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in 1985 in order to increase awareness about this topic.

This is a time when national public service organizations, professional medical associations, and government agencies join forces to encourage the public’s awareness of breast cancer. These groups also inform the public about the disease and offer easier access for women to receive help.

Columbus within a Columbus; Halloween Dance Party

Photo by Luisa Porter

Will Stennett

News Editor

Spotlights burned high above the edge of downtown Columbus last Saturday night on Oct. 19. Monsters, childhood creations and hopeless souls from beyond the grave gathered inside The Princess Theater. It was the annual Halloween Dance Party. This year the theme was comic books. And as promised, Team Halloweenz, produced a 24-feet-by-24 feet comic book that towered behind the DJ booth which depicted Captain Halloween’s fight with the Full Moon Fang.

top 10 halloween flicks that are sure to make you squeal

Evan Fox

Columnist

 Every October, all major networks play horror film marathons, going through the same classics year after year. When people are asked what horror movies are the best to watch, the usual responses are “Friday the 13th” and “Halloween.” More recently, the answers have moved to “Insidious” and “Paranormal Activity.” Here are a few other horror films that are worth watching.

Team Halloweenz Prepares for Another Dance Party

Blaine Garrard paints The Full Moon Fang in preparation for another dance party. Photo by Team Halloweenz

Will Stennett

News Editor

The Princess Theater will hold its annual Halloween dance party Saturday, Oct. 19. This year the theme is comic books, or as their slogan says “Captain Halloween saves the Dance Hall of Justice from the Full Moon Fang.”  The dance show will be produced by GTR Productions and will boast a roster of seven DJ’s. I caught up with the creative director and DJ Blaine Garrard a.k.a. Garranimo.