Author: Nate

  • Social probations tailored to violations

    MARAIS JACON-DUFFY | News Editor Rumors about what Greek house is “in trouble” spread around campus like wildfire. But the common phrase “they’re on social probation” tends not to tell the whole story. Kristina Traxler, vice president of conduct for Butler’s Panhellenic Council and a Greek organization member, said probations can be placed on Butler’s…

  • Softball picks up the pace

    MARKO TOMICH | Contributing Reporter Despite dropping three of five games over the course of the Frost Classic, the Butler softball team finished strong, picking up two wins in its final three contests. Senior pitcher Leah Bry pitched two complete games for both of the Bulldogs’ (4-9) victories. Butler dropped its first two games at…

  • Students debate need for core

    KATIE GOODRICH | Asst. News Editor The Butler University debate team argued about whether to abolish or modify the Butler University Core Curriculum Tuesday night. The debate showcased the students and gave an interesting topic for people to think about, said Casey Kelly, director of the debate team. “Students have strong opinions on the core,”…

  • Tennis teams headed in opposite directions

    MITCH RIPORTELLA | Staff Reporter The Butler women’s tennis team opened its conference slate a week ago, suffering a 7-0 loss at the hands of Xavier University. The Musketeers handed the Bulldogs their eighth loss of the year, and extended Butler’s losing streak to four. The Bulldogs have been shut out in six of their…

  • Beyond the runway

    VANESSA STAUBLIN | Staff Reporter The Butler Collegian sat down with Butler University senior Arnetta Shade after the Black Student Union fashion show to talk about BSU and the fashion show itself.   What is your role in BSU, and what are some of your responsibilities/duties? I am the co-president of Black Student Union, and…

  • The Bush years, through the eyes of the First Lady

    KEVIN VOGEL | Arts, Etc. Editor One of the first things former First Lady Laura Bush did when she took the Clowes Memorial Hall stage Monday was place a bobblehead doll of herself on the podium. She said a friend gave her the bobblehead after finding it in a gift shop in Washington, D.C., on…

  • Bulldogs storm back from early deficit, beat Xavier

    BRENDAN KING | Staff Reporter The Butler women’s basketball team (12-14, 7-8) defeated the Xavier Musketeers (8-19, 3-12) at Hinkle Fieldhouse on Tuesday by a score of 57-52. The game was close for most of the 40 minutes. Early in the first half, Xavier led 19-9. Butler quickly retaliated with a 14-0 run that helped…

  • Balancing act: Life as a Butler student-athlete

    RHYAN HENSON | Multimedia Editor Being a student-athlete and representing a school on a daily basis can be a heavy burden. A student-athlete’s life is a balancing act. Juggling school, athletics and social responsibilities can be difficult. “The general problem is time,” said Sonya Hopkins, Butler athletics’ academic support coordinator. “You have practice. You have…

  • Opposites Attract

    BRITTANY GARRETT | Staff Reporter Two local artists are giving Butler University and Indianapolis community members two very different looks into the world of art. Doug Arnholter and Cole Pierce are showcasing their dissimilar pieces in the Schrott Center. On Friday, they opened their showcase with a gallery talk and tour throughout the building. Arnholter,…