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By Mercer Stauch   The student-centered “Listening Circle” originally scheduled for Feb. 18 was rescheduled to March 4 and then canceled due to scheduling conflicts and lack of student interest. Students who remain interested in this group-specific conversation are invited to participate in the all-campus circle on April 1. “We were disappointed that there was not enough interest in a student-focused listening circle, but unfortunately, we weren’t able to meet the minimum number of attendees that are required to hold a circle,” said Meara O’Malley, assistant to the vice president for...

By Andrew Benoit   It's almost time for the annual elections for positions within the Associated Students of the University of Puget Sound (ASUPS), including president and vice president as well as several senate positions. Voting for ASUPS positions is open to all Puget Sound students, who will receive an email with a voting link during the week of Feb. 21. ASUPS is responsible for allocating funds to clubs and managing a wide array of student affairs in concert with the administration and Board of Trustees, making these elections particularly important...

  The Trail has received various notes regarding the lead story of the 11/08 issue, “University Investigates Alleged Mishandling of University Torah.” As reported in the corrections of this issue, The Trail recognizes the factual errors in the piece. Per The Trail’s policy, these are corrected in the follow-up issue. The Trail is working with the appropriate groups to rectify any harm caused, including the potential for further coverage. I recognize the frustration caused by the article. The factual issues notwithstanding, I continue to fully stand behind the intention and reporting...