So how did the Stingers come to be and who actually makes up such an interesting group you may ask? Well let me tell you. Many years ago back in the mid-1990s the Stingers were originally founded by John Hendron. He became the Stingers' Admiral and stayed in power for a number of years. During that time the Stingers were a force to be reckoned with on campus. They played many shows, sometimes for charity, and had recognition in both the Campus Times as well as the Democrat and Chronicle.

Unfortunately for unknown reasons the Stingers faded from existence for a number of years. Then in 2003 a new ruler took the reigns. One David Lu!! reformed the Stingers and ruled as Emperor for four years. The new Stingers were not the same as the Stingers of old though. No one knew who they were and did not know how to respond to an all trombone band. Nevertheless the Stingers played on, often serving as opening entertainment for groups such as the After Hours A cappella group. But the Stingers still do not have the renown of the Stingers of the 90s despite their best efforts.

We, the current ruling parties, are trying to change that. We now have numbers higher than in years past. Our best talent comes from our new freshman members. In the years to come the Stingers will truly be a force to be reckoned with!!

• Margaret Ball
• Jeff Folger
• Chris Kauffman
• Kara Finley
• Lindsay Gardner
• Aaron Levy
• Daniel Richman
• Gregory Smith
• Roy Zhou