Posted on November 6, 2020
How to Find Peace of Mind in 2020
Because many of us are feeling extra fragile these days—physically, emotionally and spiritually— The Bell interviewed mindfulness teacher Lisa Varno ’07 about ways in which mindfulness can help us regain some strength and peace of mind.
Continue reading
Posted on November 5, 2020
An Enduring Legacy of History at Gordon
Gordon College affirms the importance of historical study by establishing the Loring-Phillips Endowed Professorship in History, to be held by Dr. Jennifer Hevelone-Harper ’92.
Continue reading
Posted on October 31, 2020
An Inside Look at Prison Life in America
Six years ago today, Lee became a free man after 13 years in a medium-security prison in Norfolk, MA, and the world was not the same as he’d left it.
Continue reading
Posted on October 30, 2020
Peace in Politics: How to Have Fruitful Dialogue Across Party Lines
As the 2020 election approaches, so do opportunities to turn partisan squabbles into moments of personal growth.
Continue reading
Posted on October 23, 2020
Gordon Remembers the Life of Beloved Local Leader Jack Good ’66
Known best for his caring and giving spirit, venerable alumnus John “Jack” L. Good, III, Class of 1966, passed away at age 77 on Sunday, October 18.
Continue reading
Posted on October 14, 2020
The COVID Class
When the finish line of college collides with the frontlines of a pandemic.
Continue reading
Posted on October 13, 2020
Snapshots from Gordon’s Virtual Homecoming
Seeking to keep the best elements of Homecoming on the virtual menu, Gordon created an event that reached a wider audience than ever.
Continue reading
Posted on September 28, 2020
What 106 West Coast Wildfires Can Teach Us About Delayed Gratification
To investigate the cause of the West Coast’s record-breaking summer—for wildfire damage, grid failures and heatwaves—The Bell sought out the expertise of Bay Area resident and clean energy professional Maggie Alexander ’10.
Continue reading
Posted on September 10, 2020
Triumph in Tragedy: Remembering 9/11
The tragedies of 9/11 appear in history textbooks and college students are too young to recollect the events, but Chaplain Bob Whittet urges us to loosen our grip on confusion, disbelief and fear, and instead focus on remembrance, gratitude and faith.
Continue reading
Posted on September 4, 2020
Living with Purpose: Senior Reflection from Daryus Vaughan ’20
As students finish up their second full week of classes and adjust to their new “normal”, The Bell is resharing the senior reflection of biblical studies and political science graduate Daryus Vaughan ’20.
Continue reading
Posted on August 7, 2020
Trust in a Time of Crisis: Senior Reflection from Madeleine Wiggins ’20
Every year, graduating seniors are invited to share their stories with the Gordon community. It’s a chance to reflect on their time at Gordon and pass down some of their wisdom to the rising seniors, juniors and sophomores.
Continue reading
Posted on July 17, 2020
Yicaury Melo ’09 Named Director of Multicultural Initiatives and the Clarendon Scholars Program
Melo’s appointment to director marks the first time in the Clarendon Scholars program’s 18-year history that it will be run by an alum.
Continue reading