Men’s head soccer coach Paul Snape has adapted to smaller surroundings as he prepares his team for the upcoming season. Snape recently began his first season on Butler’s campus of just over 4,000 students after spending eight seasons on the coaching staff at Michigan, a school of more than 40,000. Snape said his experience has…
Ready to cheer
Butler University’s cheerleaders and mascot traveled north to kick off the athletic season with a week of drills and workouts. The Bulldogs were joined by squads from across the nation at the Universal Cheerleaders Association spirit camp for a week of drills and grueling workouts. “All the workouts and the schedule of each day is…
‘Rise of the Planet of the Apes’ falls flat
“The Rise of the Planet of the Apes” had a lot of potential. The beloved 1968 original had a twist to end all twists, and this prequel’s cast —James Franco, Freida Pinto—looked promising. It’s unfortunate that it doesn’t quite measure up. The film opens at the pristine and futuristic Gen-Sys pharmaceutical lab, where Will Rodman…
Butler University under Title IX review
Butler University is facing pressure and a potential investigation from the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights. The OCR is “conducting a Title IX compliance review at Butler University,” said Jim Bradshaw, a member of the Department of Education’s press office. Title IX is a federal law that requires schools at all levels…
JCFA constructs Howie and fall performances
The Jordan College of Fine Arts is looking forward to a busy and productive year, complete with a new theater, some rocking a capella CDs and some new dance performances. On May 13, just after students washed their hands clean of final exams, Howard L. Schrott was brushing his hands clean of something else—namely, dirt—at…
Coming up short: The debt ceiling vs. Federal Pell Grants
Recent debt ceiling debates in Congress could have left hundreds of Butler University students $5,550 short in financial aid for the 2011-12 academic year. The childlike debacle that the debt ceiling debate became in Congress this summer was not only tiresome but put college students across the country in a position of possibly having to…
STAFF EDITORIAL | Free advice for new president
Freshmen aren’t the only people new to Butler University this fall. As Butler President Jim Danko starts his inaugural semester, The Butler Collegian would like to offer some friendly advice. Danko has done a fantastic job this summer speaking with and listening to faculty, staff and Student Government Association members. The new president wants to…
A&E Old Favorites
Don’t worry, freshman class, we haven’t forgotten about you. Here are some tried and true Butler favorites that are staples to the Bulldog life. Qdoba Mexican Grill 6334 N. Guilford Ave. This quick Mexican food joint is a late-night haven for many Butler students. For those of you not as nocturnal, it’s the perfect place…
BACK WITH A BANG: New places, new locations and new things to do
It’s been a while, Butler University, and nearby businesses have missed our constant presence—and money—in their establishments. In celebration, they’ve even added some pretty kicking things to our main spots so we wouldn’t get bored. With school just beginning, we know your workload is as slim as it will be all year. Go ahead, take…
Mail Center move still stings
Late last semester, between the joy and agony of the Final Four and finals week, Butler University announced the relocation of the Mail Center. It was the home of sunny Mail Processor Pam Hopkins and the heart of the campus community. But its relocation symbolizes a shift in Butler’s identity. When the move was announced,…