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The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

Data from UVM police

Community programs decrease crime

Lauren Schnepf, Senior Staff Writer February 18, 2017

Crime on some streets densely populated by UVM students has decreased over the past three years, a report from Burlington Police Department stated.   Students and other members of the University...

Senior Brett Cohen, pictured above, died on Feb. 14. He was found about 60 ft. off the ski trail at Stowe Mountain Resort on the evening of Feb. 13. | PHOTO COURTESY OF FACEBOOK

UVM student dies after snowboarding incident

Olivia Bowman, News Editor February 15, 2017

  Senior Brett Cohen of Needham, Mass. died at the University of Vermont Medical Center Feb. 14. Annie Stevens, the vice provost for student affairs, announced Cohen’s death in a campus-wide...

Students seek more campus art

February 1, 2017

Vermont’s Queen City has provided many opportunities for students to engage with local art, students said. But, students are now seeking more accessible and student-driven art on campus, they...

SGA Updates

Lauren Schnepf, Staff Writer February 1, 2017

Off-Campus Housing Help There has been progress made on various off-campus housing programs, Gail Shampnois and Emily Howe of the Office of Student and Community Relations said while updating SGA members....

Faculty senate calls upon UVM values

JP Riedel, Staff Writer February 1, 2017

Professors convened to reaffirm UVM’s values after the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump. A faculty senate resolution, presented by sociology professor John Streeter and Faculty Senate Vice...

Trump’s actions against EPA may affect UVM environmental programs

Kassondra Little, Hannah Morgan, and Bryan O'Keefe February 1, 2017

While an environmental science major, Taylor Smith ‘16 spent the majority of his final semester at UVM planting 500 trees to revive the former grounds of Burlington College. Smith now works as...

UVM hosts environmental rally

Michelle Phillips, Staff Writer January 25, 2017

Down Main Street drums sounded as students gathered for the UVM Stands Pro-Environment Rally. On Inauguration Day, a new non-partisan environmental club called UVM Stand hosted speakers at the Davis...

President Sullivan assures enrollment for DACA students

President Sullivan assures enrollment for DACA students

Chloe Chaobal January 19, 2017

UVM sent emails to assure students that the University will stand with them, even if there are national changes to immigration policy. Last month, President Tom Sullivan sent an email to the UVM community...

The evolution of NBR over time

Chloe Chaobal January 18, 2017

Although the Naked Bike Ride has occurred at UVM for the last 21 years, each “ride” is different.   The event occurs annually on the last day of classes. In past years, the NBR has fallen...

FSL loses tax-exempt status, numbers drop

FSL loses tax-exempt status, numbers drop

Erika B. Lewy January 18, 2017

UVM fraternities and sororities are facing a decrease in membership following the loss of their property tax exemption.   On Jan. 1, a 2014 state law that repealed Greek organizations' exemption...

Faculty assesses student performance

Faculty assesses student performance

December 7, 2016

The Faculty Senate has begun implementing a new form of student assessment focused on helping faculty better design their curriculum. The UVM Assessment Initiative launched last year is ready...

Mental help spikes

Mental help spikes

Erika B. Lewy December 6, 2016

The increase in students requesting mental health services at UVM — particularly during finals —may actually be a very good sign, several university officials said. As the stigma around...

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