The Blue Banner, University of North Carolina at Asheville, NC
2 days ago by Jon Walczak
Sen. Barack Obama speaks at a free rally at Asheville High School Memorial Stadium on Sunday before an estimated crowd of 10,000. Blue Banner news editor Jonathan Walczak, taking part in a conference call for student journalists, questioned Sen. Obama this afternoon on North Carolina's importance in the election.
The Tiger, Clemson University, SC
4 days ago by Daniel Taylor
After 52 student organizations missed a mandatory meeting in early Sept., Clemson University's undergraduate student government has derecognized 41 of the groups.
The meeting's coordinator Patrick Becker, a senior serving his first term in the Cabinet of Organizations, ultimately made this decision after representatives from these groups failed to attend.
The Tiger, Clemson University, SC
3 days ago by Rachel Sparks
As many of you, sadly, may not know, Friday, Sept. 26 marked the first in a series of four presidential debates. McCain and Obama went head to head on issues about the economy and foreign relations, and both candidates did exceedingly well. What greatly discourages me is the seemingly lack of student involvement in this election, no matter whether you identify with a donkey or elephant.
The Tiger, Clemson University, SC
4 days ago by Hunter Knowles
Clemson will take on nationally ranked Wake Forest in its first true road game of the year on Thursday night. Clemson has historically dominated the Demon Deacons. Clemson leads 56-16-1 overall in a series that dates back to 1933. In the Tommy Bowden era, Clemson also leads the series 7-2.
The Pilot, Gardner Webb University, NC
3 days ago by Blake DuDonis
3.5 stars out of 5
"Eagle Eye" stars Disney Channel sensation Shia LaBeouf and Michelle Monaghan, star of the recent movie "Made of Honor."
LaBeouf has become frequent face to the big screen, starring in "Disturbia" and "Transformers." Monaghan has not had as many huge roles, but can be seen in "The Bourne Supremacy," "Gone Baby Gone" and "Mr.
The Pilot, Gardner Webb University, NC
3 days ago by Diana Palka
I don't care what anyone says, Obama's got it. The Illinois senator may be the best-spoken presidential candidate in recent history. His oratory skills should make Sen. John McCain blush in embarrassment. The bad kind.
Last Friday's presidential debate was evidence enough, as if we hadn't had solid proof already, that Obama can hold an audience's attention.
The Blue Banner, University of North Carolina at Asheville, NC
5 days ago by Jon Walczak
Sen. Barack Obama campaigned in Greensboro last Saturday with running mate Sen. Joe Biden. Obama spoke at the rally less than 12 hours after wrapping up the first presidential debate with Sen. John McCain. Approximately 20,000 people stood in a light drizzle to hear the Democratic nominee for President speak primarily on the economy and domestic issues.
The Blue Banner, University of North Carolina at Asheville, NC
5 hours ago by Sara Pardys
In Greek life, "Circle the Fat" is the least of some pledges' concerns. Hazing, supposedly intended to measure a pledge's loyalty to their fraternity or sorority, can result in anything from mild humiliation to death.
One fraternity at the University of Illinois allegedly required one pledge class to raise a puppy for a week and ultimately kill it.
The Pilot, Gardner Webb University, NC
1 day ago by Michelle Alwerdt
Over the past few weeks University Police has established new defensive procedures to ensure greater safety on the Gardner-Webb campus.
The Outdoor Warning System, which was installed and tested on Sept. 11, was put to use Tuesday evening when a severe thunderstorm blew through Boiling Springs.
The Johnsonian, Winthrop University, SC
4 days ago by Eddie Scarry
The Democratic party prides itself on the diversity of its individual members, which includes differences in opinions, views and beliefs. But McKnight instructs blacks to forget what they think individually: "...[I]t's time to put aside our political beliefs," and "vote to support our race."
The Johnsonian, Winthrop University, SC
1 day ago by Shatesha Scales
Just before rehearsal of the theater department's newest play, Russell Luke gives the cast and crew a pep talk.
"Let's just go with it," says Luke, director of "Remnants of Desire," a contemporary work set in a troubling world. A play full of riveting emotion, it is "serious with comic elements," Luke says.
The Johnsonian, Winthrop University, SC
4 days ago by Anna Douglas
CSL campus safety committee chair Joe Baroco was arrested last Thursday night for hindering police when Winthrop police officers were dispatched to 311 Ebenezer Ave. in response to a noise compliant.
The Davidsonian, Davidson College, NC
5 days ago by Sunny Lee
Last weekend I had the opportunity to be written up for the first time, which was fun in its own special way. Maybe it says a lot about me that all I could think about as the officers set about collecting names and packing case after case into trash bags was, "Wow, I bet they could buy an X-box with all this beer.
The Davidsonian, Davidson College, NC
5 days ago by Maura McGinn
Students at Davidson College are well-acquainted with stress. Although many have already developed their own tactics to manage anxieties, a new outlet will soon become available for the Davidson community in the form of a labyrinth.
On Sunday evening, in a discussion themed "Life is not Linear," College Chaplain Robert Spach '84, Lauren Cunningham '09 and Dr.
The Davidsonian, Davidson College, NC
4 days ago
Tyler Kirkland '09 and Andrew Lovedale '09 were crowned at last weekend's homecoming game.