Author: Nate

  • ‘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,…

  • Cents and sensibility: Butler needs to use both openly

      Butler Bowl and Hinkle Fieldhouse renovations: $2.3 million. The Howard Schrott Center for Performing and Visual Arts: $13 million. Cost of one semester at Butler, living in Residential College with a meal plan: $21,500. It would take 107 semesters for one student  to pay off the changes to the Bowl and Hinkle. As for…