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When the Hill Comes Alive: Trick-or-Treat at Norwich University
The Guidon
“It’s alive! It’s alive!” echoes across the Hill as Norwich University’s annual Trick-or-Treat on the Street springs to life. On October 30th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, the historic Upper Parade Ground (UP) will be transformed into a Halloween wonderland filled with costumed creatures, haunted decorations, and family-friendly fun. Organized by the Office of Resid
My Three Favorite Non-Slasher Horror Movies From Different Eras
The Guidon
With Halloween fast approaching in the coming weeks, this is the time of year where everyone loves to throw on their favorite horror movies. For those of you who hate overly gory slashers, these are my three non-slasher horror essentials all from different eras this October. 1950s: Creature from the Black Lagoon Creature from the...
Silence Speaks Loudest: Norwich Remembers 9/11
The Guidon
Vocalization is the oldest form of communication. Infants cry when hungry or tired. Children complain when met with discomfort they have yet to build the discipline to withstand. Adults scream when faced with an agonizing truth. Outward projection of emotions through sound is how connective meaning is processed, and yet silence can be just as...
Built for This: Norwich Conquers the Patriot Games
The Guidon
This September, Norwich University introduced a tradition intended to stand as a lasting memorial: the Patriot Games; King of the Hill. This year, five Senior Military Colleges from across the country participated in a five-event competition that showcased both physical and mental strength, leadership, and fortitude. Norwich welcomed the Citadel, University
Unconventional New Slasher “Buddy” Is a Must-Watch
The Guidon
Buddy is a brand-new slasher film released on August 28th, 2026, and is directed by Casper Kelly, who is best known for his Adult Swim special from the 2010s, “Too Many Cooks.” Buddy is Kelly’s latest work, and it might just be the most unconventional yet most engaging new slasher to come out this year. ...
Norwich Students Gain Real-World Coast Guard Experience Through Auxiliary University Program
The Guidon
NORTHFIELD, Vt. — While many college students join organizations to build resumes or meet new people, students in Norwich University’s Auxiliary University Program gain something different: firsthand exposure to the missions, leadership, and culture of the United States Coast Guard. Established at Norwich University as one of the nation’s premier Auxiliary U
Our future is looking brighter than ever, and The Guidon plans on continuing to shine in Fall 2026
The Guidon
As Commencement Weekend 2026 comes to a close and we’re all off to summer break, we’d like take a moment to reflect on the state of Norwich’s independent student-run newspaper—which, for the first time in 8 years, we have the distinct privilege of actually calling it a physical “newspaper”. Last week, 1,000 copies of our...
Why Student Voices Matter—both on the Hill and Beyond
The Guidon
“To tolerate all opinions when reason is left free to combat them”. Sourced from Thomas Jefferson’s inaugural address in 1801 and later adopted into Norwich University’s Mission Statement, this one quote is evocative of everything that this institution stands for. Principles like citizen soldiery and experiential learning are absolutely critical to the ident
Incoming SGA President’s Plan for Amplifying the Student Voice
The Guidon
After a week of voting in late March, students chose Mason Jakober—a first-year political science major—as the next president of the Student Government Association. He’s entering the role with a clear priority: reshaping how student voices are heard at Norwich University. Previously having served on the Board of Education in his hometown of Clinton, Connecti
Former SGA president looks back on his service to organization
The Guidon
With the recent election of Mason Jakober as the next president of the Norwich University Student Government Association (NUSGA) and the 2025-2026 school year coming to a close, former president Hector Aponte, a senior Norwich student from Taunton Mass., handed the reins off to Jakober and his leadership team. After 4 years in the organization,...
Military Writers’ Symposium Interviews
Chameleon Literary Journal
Categories: 2026 Military Writers’ Symposium Interviews This year’s symposium covered “The Shadow Front: Unconventional Approaches to Warfare.” Below, our editors interview many of this year’s great speakers. February 27, 2026 Dusty Philman Dr. Sandor Fabian Autumn DeForge DeForge: What has been your most rewarding professional moment in or out of uniform? F
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