The Daily Eastern News, Eastern Illinois University, IL
6 hours ago by Rick Kambic/Editor-In-Chief
Tears fell down parents' faces as they watched their children walk across the stage and into post-college life.
A farewell tempo beat from drums in the stands where Eastern wind symphony members watched friends graduate from their own ranks. May 3's commencement ceremonies featured about 1,659 students who met or will meet graduation requirements during the spring and summer semesters.
The Daily Eastern News, Eastern Illinois University, IL
13 minutes ago by Ashlei Maltman/City Reporter & Colleen Kitka/Staff Reporter
More than 60 Eastern faculty and staff members have retired or plan to retire during the 2007-08 academic year.
Eastern President Bill Perry came to congratulate and honor the staff for their many years of service at a formal dinner that annually recognizes those employees who are retiring from Eastern.
The Daily Illini, University of Illinois, IL
-46 minutes ago by Meghan Montemurro
"There are over 380,000 NCAA student-athletes, and just about all of them will be going pro in something other than sports."
Commercials sponsored by the NCAA regularly depict athletes playing a sport, whether it's basketball, field hockey or soccer, and the significance of their degree after their collegiate careers.
The Daily Eastern News, Eastern Illinois University, IL
-16 minutes ago by Editorial Board
Levi Bulgar said he's bringing back the Summer Senate.
As student body president elect, he has a great idea. However, more initiative needs to be taken to ensure the success of this plan, and Bulgar himself needs to set bigger goals for himself.
The organization stems from the executive board and their cooperation would set precedence for other members.
The Daily Illini, University of Illinois, IL
1 day ago by Steve Contorno
Graduation caps were thrust into the air Sunday, though not always on cue. Mother Nature did her best to mess up hair, invert umbrellas and put a damper on the day by dampening just about everything. As a result, graduates of the class of 2008 were sent into the real world facing their first test - staying dry.
The Daily Illini, University of Illinois, IL
1 day ago by Aaron Gaudette, Mustang Daily (U-Wire)
In case you haven't heard, we have an imminent crisis on our hands.
The news-savvy college student has likely heard that food prices are on the rise, to the point that Third World governments are being overthrown to protest the unavailability of life's most basic commodity.
Shield, University of Southern Indiana, IN
15 hours ago by Jon Webb
The USI Board of Trustees decided May 10 to indefinitely postpone voting on a resolution that would provide insurance benefits to same-sex domestic partnerships.
The resolution - originally item K in the meeting's agenda - was addressed at the start of the meeting by board member Ted C.
Daily Egyptian, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
3 days ago
Louisville Cardinal, University of Louisville, KY
4 days ago by Matthew Marango and Thompson Perry
Being uprooted from home, coming to a college campus in a large city and living in a small room with a stranger would be a daunting prospect to almost anyone.
However, most students agree that with a little perseverance and a healthy attitude, it can be a positive experience.
"[Freshmen] should get to know the people in their dorm and hall," said junior elementary education major Ashley Brown...
Louisville Cardinal, University of Louisville, KY
5 days ago by Dennis O'Neil
Attention orientation students: although Wendy's, Papa John's, and Subway may be the only food options open during your stay, they are by no means the only ones offered by the university.
Student Government Association President Rudy Spencer stressed to incoming students the importance of considering all available options when eating on campus.
The DePauw, Depauw University, IN
6 days ago by Robin Lamkin
One of the perks of knowing that I'm graduating in 12 days (not that I'm counting) is that I now feel like I can be completely honest about my experiences at DePauw. I haven't always spoken up, even when I wanted to. I always felt I wasn't qualified to speak my mind on certain subjects.
Louisville Cardinal, University of Louisville, KY
4 days ago by Heather White
Four years ago when I first stepped foot on the University of Louisville campus, I'll never forget that ball of apprehension lodged into the pit of my stomach. I felt in over my head and scared. However, it took no time at all to learn the tricks of the trade, so to speak, of college life.
The DePauw, Depauw University, IN
6 days ago
Daily Egyptian, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
5 days ago by Madeleine Leroux
The DePauw, Depauw University, IN
5 days ago
At the end of each year, the editorial staff examines all our issues for the topics and controversies that dominated our headlines. We've seen a last-second Monon win, the loss of a favorite Mexican restaurant, three tragic deaths of members of the DePauw community and the announcement of our next president.
Daily Egyptian, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
4 days ago by Matt Hartwig
With seven games left in the regular season, the SIU baseball team has plenty of work to do before the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament begins May 21. The Salukis (26-20, 7-11 MVC) got in the win column with a 5-4 escape against Creighton Sunday but were unable to win the series with six games left in conference play.
Student Life, Washington University in St. Louis, MO
4 days ago by Sam Guzik
As students and faculty flock to a group calling on the University to reverse its decision to offer prominent conservative Phyllis Schlafly an honorary degree, Schlafly is standing by controversial statements she has made in the past that have made her famous within the conservative community and infamous among liberals.
Student Life, Washington University in St. Louis, MO
5 days ago by Sam Guzik
The University's announcement that alumna and leader of the national conservative movement Phyllis Schlafly will receive an honorary degree has spurred students to protest and led several professors to announce their intention to boycott commencement exercises. Student Life spoke with Schlafly earlier this week about reasons for protest, her ideological issues with feminists and her political history.
Student Life, Washington University in St. Louis, MO
6 days ago by Johann Qua Hiansen
This school year started with students protesting the Student Technology Fee rate hike. As the year progressed, tensions cooled as Student Technology Services backed off and wireless Internet gradually became accessible around campus.
October brought racism and other forms of discrimination to the forefront of campus as a student's car was vandalized with a slur.
The Murray State News, Murray State University, KY
3 days ago
April 24
8:13 a.m. A caller from Waterfield Library reported a dog in the area had broke from its chain. The Calloway County Sheriff's Department was notified.
4:48 p.m. A caller from Faculty Hall reported a motor vehicle accident without injuries. A Murray State vehicle hit a bicycle rack.
The Murray State News, Murray State University, KY
3 days ago by Alison Mugler
With the final publication of the Murray State News for the 2007-08 academic year, my original plan for the sports column was to discuss highlights from some of the top games from sports teams this season.
Unfortunately, plans have digressed due to the recent decision of the athletic department to discontinue the women's rowing team.
The Murray State News, Murray State University, KY
3 days ago
The staff editorial is the majority opinion of the editorial board of The Murray State News.
For months there have been discussions, debates and wringing of hands across campus about how to cope with the state budget cuts and what the money crunch means for every University department.
The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL
5 days ago by Alestle Staff Report
10.
Bill Clinton brings wife's campaign to SIUE
With the upcoming election this November, SIUE played host to former President Bill Clinton while he traveled the country speaking on his wife's behalf. In January, Clinton arrived at the Katherine Dunham Hall Theater to a packed house.
The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL
4 days ago by Sydney Elliot
SIUE is among a group of universities protesting a bill that would allow a northern Illinois community college to offer bachelor's degrees, contending that it could lead other community colleges to look to offer four-year programs on their campuses.
Harper College in Palatine, Ill.
The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL
6 days ago by Erika Helmerichs
United Students Against Sweatshops requests for SIUE's formal affiliation with two workers' rights organizations has been denied after months of petition and student investigation.
Senior Andy Lucker is the organizer for SIUE's division of USAS, a student group that aims to keep all merchandise sold at SIUE sweatshop-free.
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