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UnScripted – The Nun Hideaway
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The sisters of St. Scholastica are the foundation of the upbringing to the college. They pioneered the way of turning what used to be St. Benedicts Academy into a safe haven for the sisters. It was a Benedictine mother-house and academy in Duluth which is now what we call St. Scholastica. Some of this information...
UnScripted – BWC to Add Tournament Jousting as Intramural Sport
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As the 2025-2026 academic year comes to a close, the Burns Wellness Commons has announced the list of intramural sports being offered beginning in the fall semester. The regular favorites such as volleyball, basketball, and pickleball will make a reappearance with several new offerings being added to the 2026-2027 calendar. From paralympic sled hockey to...
UnScripted – Pigeons Take Over Tower
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As the weather has gotten warmer and there have been more sunny days, naturally students are opening windows in classrooms to let fresh air in. While this may seem harmless, it has unfortunately led to catastrophe over the weekend of April 25 — pigeons have invaded Tower Hall. “Judging by the amount of feathers and...
UnScripted – Group Project Officially Declared “Mutual Silence Agreement”
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A new collaborative method taking the college by storm is the “Mutual Silence Agreement.” Students have begun to participate in this method, particularly during group projects. Instead of the usual meetings and communications, group members have learned that they can get the work done without such tedious interactions. A few students had this to say...
UnScripted – CSS Students Report Peak Productivity Between 11:48 pm and 11:59 pm
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A recent survey distributed to the student body has revealed that productivity is at its highest during the time between 11:48 pm and 11:59 pm. Students have indicated that their fastest work is done during this time and that they have completed most of their assignments during this time. This trend has been occurring all...
CSS budget cuts lead to student protests
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This March, CSS has undergone significant budget cuts due to a $5.6 million budget gap. These cuts have sparked protests from students, which have lasted for over three weeks. The protests began on March 27 after some faculty members learned that their contracts would not be renewed past the 2027 academic year. Students began to...
Winter Hazards: Walking on Campus
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It is a fact of going to school in northern Minnesota that the winters will be long, cold, and icy. This might be considered something you sign up for when you enroll in classes this far north. However, it is also the responsibility of your campus to do its best to minimize harm to its...
Opinion: Are Meal Plans and Dining Dollars Worth It?
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Being on a meal plan is a requirement for first year students living in the dorms. The cost of the required meal plans for this school year is $2,940. I don’t think this should be the cost of the meal plan, especially since it’s required. Food should be more accessible for students and if they’re...
The Script - 25-26 SGA Recaps
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The Script - Underrated Local Attractions
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The Twin Ports Area is a storied and scenic locale. From Glensheen and Fairlawn on land and the William A. Irving and the S.S. Meteor on the lake, alongside the Duluth Art Institute and the Playhouse Theater, there are plenty of places in Duluth and Superior for the historically and artistically
The Script - Opinion: How CSS could benefit from a music production club
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St. Scholastica’s student body hosts a vibrant and diverse range of musicians, yet there are currently very few outlets for creative musical expression available at the college. Ensembles such as Choir, Handbells, and Concert Band provide an opportunity for students to be classically trained, but
The Script - CSS skiing alumnus competes in Winter Olympics
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The 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics have kicked off, and Team USA has selected over 200 athletes to represent the country in the 16 winter Olympic sports held this year. Joining Team USA in Italy is College of Saint Scholastica alumnus Paul Schommer, who will be representing the country in the Biathlon
The Script - The Fate of Beakers
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Between the closure of Einstein Bagels and the opening of Seekers in the student center, the area formerly known as Beakers has faced significant competition, ultimately leading to its closure this past semester. Although the food area is empty, the tables remain available for students to use as
The Script - Duluth Response to ICE
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In the opening months of 2026, the people of Duluth have gathered several times to protest the operations of ICE agents in Minnesota. These protests have come amidst what is being called “Operation Metro Surge” in the Twin Cities, where ICE agents have been detaining large numbers of people using
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