The Quindecim

The independent student newspaper at Goucher College

Fiction

Bathroom Break

By “Little John” Flusher Edition 1 Athenaeum Fourth Floor: ★★★ ½ Dear reader, It has long been customary for one to require reading material to accompany them on particularly long trips to the loo. In decades passed, the frequent choice…

Mary Fisher Food Review

The start of the second semester marks the reset of meal plans for most Goucher students. This week, I took myself to Mary Fisher and strung along my mom and partner for some unbiased opinions to decide what’s worth the…

Rest in Peace (Short Story)

I had not realized that I was dead. It felt like an eternal slumber, which was quiet and peaceful. I had no dreams, for there was only darkness. It felt like I was surrounded by space. As soon as I…

What Q staffers are doing to get through finals

We asked our staff to tell us how they are coping during such a busy time. Here’s what they had to say! Amita: Cleaning my room to destress, watching some of my favorite Christmas movies (The Polar Express, Love Actually,…

An Eco-Concious Gift Wrapping Guide

As someone who loves giving gifts and takes gift wrapping way too seriously, it’s important that my presents look presentable and demonstrate what the recipient means to me. As someone who tries to be conscious of the environment and what…

Your 101 Guide to Surviving College Finals

Well Gophers, it’s officially that time. The final stretch of the semester has us all experiencing a mixture of relief and panic over the coming days. With finals exams and experiences fast approaching, here are 10 tips to get you…

The Spirits of The Home — Chapter 2

I fell asleep at some point in my research but there are still so many unanswered questions. I didn’t find a single answer last night and I’m back to step one. I sigh as I get up and go to…

Van Meter Runway

Every time I walk down Van Meter highway, I see at least one person who is very well-dressed. So many people on our campus have such an artistic, deep, and personal sense of style, so I wanted to highlight some…

The 2022 College Student Gift Guide

It’s the 2022 Holiday Season! Here are 8 gifts under $50 for specific personality types. For the reader:  Book of The Month by Boxie – $49.99 (3 month subscription) Book of The Month is the gift that keeps on giving…

Fashion Spotlight: Olivia & Shahadah

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: fall fashion season. With a chill in the air and the holidays around the corner, I sat down with two Goucher students Shahadah ‘24 and Olivia ‘24 to interview them about the…