Dear Readers, Welcome to the first edition of the Campitor for the 2016-2017 academic year! This edition features a section on the presidential election, various student organizations, and even some salient opinion pieces from our student body. Reflecting back on last year, I have realized that Cary Academy has such an all-encompassing, diverse population. We… Read More Letter From the Editor
I guess, if there was one thing we can thank Ravenscroft for, it would be this. It all started with semi-formal last year. My partner, a 2016 alumnus of Ravenscroft, arrived in style with a full head of bright teal hair. Since the beginning of freshman year, I had been jealous that schools similar to… Read More Colored Hair, Who Cares?
The African American Affinity group is a wonderful club that allows African Americans as well as allies to learn, share, and discuss issues concerning the black community. This club provides a safe space for members to express their views on serious issues that may be uncomfortable to share in other settings. Not only does AAAG provide… Read More African American Affinity Group
The Catholic Affinity Group (CAG) has always been a small club with big aspirations. This upcoming year for CAG is filled with multiple events not only to help those within our community, but also to aid people in society. In late October, we will be making baked goods and go to the Fire Department to show our appreciation… Read More Catholic Affinity Group (#CAGSwag)
On September 28 and 29, I attended the Washington Ideas Forum at the Harman Center for the Arts in Washington, DC. Leaders in policy, business, technology, science, history, arts and culture engaged with top journalists from The Atlantic to discuss some of the most consequential issues of our time. This was my second year attending… Read More World Ideas Forum
Party Affiliation: Democratic Running Mate: Tim Kaine Education & Professional/Political Experience: B.A. from Wellesley College, 1969, J.D. from Yale Law School, 1973 Attorney for the Children’s Defense Fund (1973-1974), Asst. Professor at the University of Arkansas School of Law (1974-1977), Attorney at Rose Law Firm (1976-1992) First Lady of Arkansas (1979 -1981), First Lady… Read More Hillary Clinton Candidate Profile
Party Affiliation: Green Party Running Mate: Ajamu Baraka Education & Professional/Political Experience: BA in Psychology/Sociology/Anthropology from Harvard University (1973), MD from Harvard Medical School (1979) Instructor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School (1982-2006), Staff Internist at Harvard Community Health Plan (1982-2006), Staff Internist at Simmons College Health Center (1991-2006) Associate at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical… Read More Jill Stein Candidate Profile
Party Affiliation: Republican Running Mate: Mike Pence Education & Professional/Political Experience: Attended Fordham University BS, Economics/Real Estate from University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Finance Trump Hotels and Casino Resorts, Inc. President, Chairman, Founder, CEO of The Trump Organization, 1975-present Position on Issues: Economy, Taxes, + Trade: Renegotiation or cancellation of international trade deals… Read More Donald Trump Candidate Profile
Party Affiliation: Libertarian Running Mate: Bill Weld Education & Professional/Political Experience: B.A. from University of New Mexico, 1975 Big J Enterprises – Owner and Co-Founder, 1976-1999 Governor of New Mexico, 1994-2002 (as a Republican) Position on Issues: Economy, Taxes + Trade: simplify tax code by eventually eliminating income and payroll taxes, to be replaced by… Read More Gary Johnson Candidate Profile
Who would you vote for in this election? Hilary Clinton (D) Gary Johnson (L) Jill Stein (G) Donald Trump (R) Other Please Specify: Poll Maker
