Twenty five tables, 25 black tablecloths, 25 toppers and the artistic works of more than 150 students and faculty will transform the Reilly Room into a feast for the eyes starting at 5 p.m. tonight.
Stress less, play more
Looking for a little relief from exam stress and studying? This ongoing series of events will help recharge the students’ batteries and have a little fun in the midst of all the finals preparation craziness. Paintballing Relieve stress Friday, Apr 27, by going paintballing. 20 spots are available and sign-ups begin today at noon in…
B.U.R.N. notice
It’s the end of the semester, and students are looking cockeyed at the sofas they were once so excited about with a new question in mind: “How in the world am I going to get this back home?” The Butler University Resale Network, or B.U.R.N., has the answer: they aren’t. The student group, started at…
More than a workout
Butler University’s got back. The LIVESTRONG cycling event 24 Hours of Booty is taking place at Butler for the first time, beginning June 29 at 7p.m. to raise awareness and support for LIVESTRONG and local cancer organizations. Weaving through the Butler campus and Tarkington neighborhood, the 3.5-mile loop was designed to allow participants to ride…
Arts annex hosts first art show
Paper cranes hang from the ceiling in long, colorful strands of yellows, reds and pinks. Two students criss-cross an intricate pattern of yarn on the front windows. Tables set up just when you step in contain half-installed works of art. The Jordan College of Fine Arts Annex—also known as the JCX or the annex—is almost…
OPINION | Journalism serves, strengthens the community
I never imagined how dramatically one series of news stories would affect change at Butler University when I started reporting on Butler’s parking capacity problem back in August. By shedding light on the parking issue and its many facets, The Collegian started a community conversation, and administrators ran with it. It’s thrilling for me to…
STAFF EDITORIAL | Big changes signal progress
One word defined Butler University during the 2011-12 academic year: transition.
OPINION | Butler should embrace what unites us
So many things divide Butler University’s student body, whether it be graduation year, major, Greek affiliation—or lack thereof—political ideals, or even favorite color. But on Friday, the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event at the Health and Recreation Complex brought participants together in a way that I have not seen before on this campus.…
OPINION | Diversity, inclusion must be everyone’s priority
On April 18, Butler University’s Office of Student Affairs released the numbers from its diversity survey. The data revealed that most Butler students do not believe the school is very diverse. Specifically, 71 percent of students of color and/or gay and lesbian students thought this. If students, faculty and staff want to see a more…