Published since 1915 by the students
of Xavier University
Published since 1915 by the students
of Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH
Xavier’s program ranked 11th best in the nation
The Princeton Review and Entrepreneur magazine have designated Xavier University the 11th best entrepreneurship school in the nation. Criteria used to evaluate colleges and universities included the entrepreneurial emphasis of the curriculum, mentoring, experiential learning, faculty credentials and the success of graduating students and alumni. [full story]
For the 17th time, a mix of 200 students, faculty, alumni and friends of Xavier will spend the afternoon golfing in memory of Larry Guthrie, who passed away due to ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) last May. [full story]
Xavier senior Amber Silvis led the scoring charge on Sunday as the women’s soccer team defeated Butler University 2-1 to preserve their undefeated home record. [full story]
Students find ‘Time Well Spent’
If Xavier students find themselves with nothing worthwhile to do this year, an easy solution is to turn their television to “Time Well Spent” put on by the Xavier University Television Association (XUTVA). Hosted by R.J. Thieneman, “Time Well Spent” is meant to be a late-night comedy talk show based on Jay Leno, Conan O’Brien and David Letterman’s shows. [full story]
Xavier will help sponsor the first annual Evanswood Fun Run on Saturday.
Professor Profile: Dr. Timothy J. White
September 18 - September 25, 2006
After the extensive global coverage on the Pope’s comments on Sept. 12, it only seems natural for a Jesuit university’s form of media to offer an opinion on the subject, as well. However, instead of jumping to conclusions on what a Catholic school’s viewpoint should include, take a look at the entirety of the situation. [full story]
Finger’s Quickie:
A changing campus
The best places on campus you’ve never heard of
The women’s volleyball team tacked two more wins onto their record last week as they defeated Atlantic 10 rivals Charlotte and George Washington in two important road games. The wins brought the Muskies to 2-0 in conference play and 8-7 overall. [full story]
Men’s basketball TV schedule released
Two freshmen make scoring debut in soccer loss
Season four “American Idol” winner Carrie Underwood has come out on top again. Since her debut album, “Some Hearts,” was released on November 15, 2005, it has remained on the best-seller list, and with good reason.
Many “American Idol” fans who enjoyed Carrie on the show were happy that she won the ultra-popular singing contest, but few expected her to come as far as she has. [full story]
Have you ever imagined soaking in a warm, bubbly tub of beer? The idea of being submersed in a tub filled with your favorite suds might sound crazy, but to beer enthusiasts in Germany, Australia and the Czech Republic, it is becoming a big hit. [full story]
There’s a new way to be famous now, and it doesn’t include being on TV, starring in any movies, having your own talk show, writing a New York Times bestseller or dropping 20 pant sizes by eating a lot of Subway. [full story]
You think you’re good with computers? For your old, old age, you’re probably all right, but you’re not natural connoisseurs like modern-day infants.
A three-year-old in London bought a pink Cadillac off eBay for $17,000. A three-year-old infant was adept enough at the computer to log on, browse around, click “Buy It Now,” and purchase a pink Cadillac while his mother was at work.
Between child computer games, “Dora the Explorer,” and high-tech Tickle Me Elmo dolls that say a child’s name, I can honestly say I’m scared for the future.[full week]