Author: Nate

  • Fong to leave Butler at end of academic year

    Butler University President Bobby Fong announced at 1:30 p.m. today that he will be leaving Butler at the end of the academic year to accept the presidency at Ursinus College. Ursinus is a small liberal arts school of 1,700 students in Collegeville, Pa. After reviewing more than 100 applications, the board of trustees at and…

  • Bobby Fong leaving Butler University

    It is being reported that Butler University President Bobby Fong is leaving for another school. Today at 10:30 a.m., the WISH-TV Web site reported that Fong will be leaving for Ursinus College in Collegeville, Pa. Butler has not released any information as of yet, but the university’s official twitter, @butleru, posted this just after 11…

  • Homecoming security was business as usual

    Homecoming—it’s one of the biggest days for students, alumni and fans, but what does the jam-packed day of events mean for the Butler University Police Department? BUPD Chief of Police Ben Hunter said their security assignments are not much different from any other main event that happens on campus. “We always increase security for any…

  • Bulldogs hold on to first with road victory

    With four different Bulldogs tallying double digit kills, Butler’s team effort was just enough to beat Wright State in five sets on the road last Friday. The Bulldogs’ (15-7, 10-1 HL) victory ran their winning streak up to six games. After a shaky start to the season, Butler is 11-1 in its last 12 matches.…

  • ‘Paranormal Activity 2’ leaves you wanting more

    The deceptiveness of “Paranormal Activity 2” can be found in the title. While it was created after the first 2007 box office hit, you’ll find that “PA2” is actually a prequel to the first movie. If you left “Paranormal Activity” questioning why an unknown demon would want to terrorize the lives of a young married…

  • Butler professor balances political, educational life

    He’s been called the perennial candidate here in Indiana. He first ran for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives in 1994 against Andrew Jacobs in what was then the 10th Congressional District. He’s now running against incumbent Rep. André Carson for the 7th Congressional District. Between his first and current campaign, Marvin Scott,…

  • Amanda Meyer shines on, off stage

    Senior Amanda Meyer knew acting was her calling from an early age. “I’ve wanted to become an actor since preschool,” Meyer said. “I was in a circus play and was cast as the ringmaster.” She has not looked back since. Meyer, a senior theatre major, has been one of Butler’s leading actors in previous theatre…

  • Community gathers to pay tribute to Gavaghan

    More than 400 people braved the torrential downpour and hurricane-strength winds Tuesday morning to say goodbye to Bill Gavaghan. Gavaghan, 59, was an adjunct professor in the College of Education. He suffered a fatal heart attack on Thursday while running on the track behind the Health and Recreation Center. His funeral was held at Holy…

  • The ‘Rocky Horror’ phenomenon

    Every Saturday night before midnight at Hollywood Boulevard Theater in Woodridge, Ill., average moviegoers are scared away as the “Rocky Horror Picture Show’s” cast and crew arrives. Between a petite blonde usher in a white tank top, walking furiously down the aisles screaming at the audience, and pre-show hosts embarrassing first-timers, if you haven’t experienced…