Features – the Stentor

New Student Organizations Share Their Stories

Posted on April 30, 2026April 30, 2026 by Stentor Staff Writer

Photo | Top row: SPACE Club, Russian Club, Ethics Society. Bottom Row: Book Club, Birders James Ryan Prizant ’29prizantjry@lakeforest.eduCopy Editor Since the beginning of the 2026-27 academic year, several student organizations have popped up hoping to host events with large turnouts and increase their membership totals. From cultural clubs, to empowerment groups and even nationally competitive organizations, there is much to be said about every new student-run group, all of which hope to expand in…

Parkhurst Dining staff respond to student Caf complaints

Posted on April 24, 2026April 25, 2026 by Stentor Staff Writer

James Ryan Prizant ’29prizantjry@lakeforest.edu Copy Editor In a poll of 115 College students, over three-fourths of respondents wanted food changes, whether in quality, flavor or selection. Among respondents who were asked one thing they would improve or change about the cafeteria, 42% expressed dissatisfaction with the quality and flavor of the food, while 40% called for greater variety, with some specifically requesting more halal, vegan or vegetarian protein options. A typical weekday morning’s offerings include…

The Makings of a Lake Forest College President

Posted on December 13, 2025December 31, 2025 by Tracy Wamarema

Tracy Wamarema ’28Staff Writer This summer, Lake Forest College saw a rare convergence of leadership. On June 26, the community grieved the passing of President Emeritus Eugene Hotchkiss. Shortly after, Interim President Robert Krebs concluded his tenure as Dr. Michael Sosulski was named the College’s fifteenth president. Both Sosulski and Krebs were present at Hotchkiss’ memorial service in Reid chapel on August 23 underscoring a continuity of leadership. The occasion raised a deeper question: what…

We Know What You Did Last Summer: The Business Office Reduces Student Work Hours

Posted on December 13, 2025April 24, 2026 by Tracy Wamarema

Tracy Wamarema ’28Staff Writer This fall, Lake Forest College reduced maximum working hours for student employees from 20 to 14. The news spread through the campus, earning the Business Office an unflattering spotlight in this summer’s rumor cycle. The decision was made behind closed doors with neither the involvement nor approval of the student body. Furthermore, students were not formally informed. “Everyone heard it from a person who heard it from a person who heard…

How To Holiday the Chicago Way: 5 Festive Recommendations

Posted on December 1, 2025March 2, 2026 by Gemma Mueller

Kate O’Donnell ’28 Staff Writer odonnellkgr@lakeforest.edu For those brave enough to bear occasional frigid temps, there is truly nothing more glorious than the “most wonderful time of the year” in the Windy City. Chicagoland’s abundance of cheerful holiday traditions offer something for everyone. Whether you’re hunting for perfect gifts before heading home or seeking local fun over break, these seasonal suggestions are sure to bring nostalgia, joy and whimsy to your December. For festive fun on…

Upcoming Band Concert

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Gemma Mueller

Annabelle Thompson ’28 thompsonama@lakeforest.edu Staff Writer Concert Band and Symphony Orchestra will host their winter concert Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. at the Gorton Center. The band will be performing four pieces, one of them being a piece by David Maslanka called “Give Us This Day,” which he called a short symphony and is 20 minutes long. Band director Dr. Scott Edgar is excited to play this piece. “The first movement is slow and lyrical,…

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