STEPHEN ROESLERStaff Writer “Wait a minute, we haven’t heard from you, Amory,” said our scrawny gringo guide with dark scruff on his white cheeks. “Mad, sad, frustrated – how do you feel?” Sitting, hunched over with his elbows on his knees and his blonde locks covering his disappointed eyes, he began to utter, “I am disappointed, but these things happen. It’s a bummer.” … [Read more...] about ‘Serve’ing myself in Ecuador
‘21’ steps to adrenaline rush
NICOLE ALBERTSONLife Editor Following the footsteps of classic Las Vegas thrillers such as “Ocean’s Eleven,” “21” pumps up the adrenaline and excitement with its dance-pop soundtrack and fast-track special effects. Based off the true story of Ben Mezrich and his book “Bringing Down the House; The Inside Story of Six M.I.T. Students Who Took Vegas for Millions,” “21” is an … [Read more...] about ‘21’ steps to adrenaline rush
Runoffs to decide final SGA posts
FLORA THEDENNews Assistant The votes have been counted and the results are in from this year’s Student Government Association elections. The 2008-2009 Executive Board of SGA will be comprised of Hunter Stanfield as president, Ashley Burt as vice president, Courtney Boucher as vice president of finance and John Ceglia as vice president of administration. The sophomore class … [Read more...] about Runoffs to decide final SGA posts
Romney the best choice as McCain’s VP
ELI SAYEGHStaff Writer While Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama continue to spar for the Democratic nomination, Republican presidential candidate John McCain has begun to consider who he will choose as his running mate. The list of mentioned names is extensive: Florida Gov. Charlie Crist, Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty, Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman, Jr., South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford, … [Read more...] about Romney the best choice as McCain’s VP
Walk into glam ‘land;’ vintage look suits all
LAURA JOHNSONAssistant Life Editor Back in fourth grade, it was certainly un-cool to be known as the kid who shopped at the Salvation Army. Today, it seems that second-hand clothing, which prances under the term “vintage,” is not only a way to save a little cash, but also a wonderful way to be considered an ultimate fashion-forward person. Now unless one is 3 years old, … [Read more...] about Walk into glam ‘land;’ vintage look suits all