BY MALLORY DUNCAN | ASST. ARTS, ETC. EDITOR The Butler Collegian has been publishing since 1886. The impact it—and other student newspapers—can have on their respective college and university campuses can be far reaching. “College papers are essential because not only do they just help the students learn how to do journalism but they help…
Freshmen impact religious groups
NATALIE SMITH STAFF REPORTER Despite their respective differences, Butler University’s religious clubs have in common one thing beyond coexistance: The phrase “Holy freshmen.” Butler’s religious organizations felt the impact of the class of 2017. Membership increased more than usual this year. Matt O’Brien, a junior and member of Cru, a Christian organization on campus, said…
Butler grads find jobs more easily than average student
EMILY WILLIAMS STAFF REPORTER Butler University’s Internship and Career Services department offers career advising, internship opportunities, job resources, on -campus employment services, networking and workshops. ICS holds 80 events each semester to help Butler students and alumni network. “Employers look more seriously at people with experience who start early,” said Gary Beaulieu, director of ICS.…
Entertainment dumbs down America
By Tony Espinal I love the movie “Inception.” I thought it had a very interesting storyline, and I happen to be a big Leonardo DiCaprio fan (post “Titanic” days, of course). Before I even saw “Inception,” I was enthralled by the idea of seeing a movie that one of my friends described as “one of…
Riddle-me THIS!
The crossword puzzle printed in this issue is dedicated to emeritus professor of mathematics Jeremiah Farrell. In addition to his current position as an adjunct professor of mathematics and actuarial science, Farrell is also an accomplished creator of crossword puzzles. His most famous puzzle may be the most well-known crossword puzzle today, which ran in…
A Love Story, Retold
WRITTEN BY GINNY SPELLMAN, STAFF REPORTER How do you retell one of the most poignant love stories ever written? A modern interpretation of William Shakespeare’s play “Romeo and Juliet” must find a way to cut through the other adaptations. It must be fresh, current and relevant. Butler University’s theatre department will present its own original…
Just say no to quid pro quo
By Rhyan Henson As if working regular hours for no pay isn’t unreasonable enough, coworkers and bosses also want to grab a quick feel these days—and the law allows it. Earlier this month, a judge ruled that because Lihuan Wang, a former intern of Phoenix Satellite Television, was not paid, she can not sue under…
Struggle continues for LGBT community
By Maggie Monson National Coming Out Day celebrated its 25th anniversary Friday with the theme “Coming Out Still Matters.” This theme is perfect to commemorate this milestone in the Human Rights Campaign’s international movement. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals still have so far to go before they achieve true equality, legally and socially. Many…
Butler announces parking changes
MARAIS JACON-DUFFY NEWS EDITOR Butler University announced changes to parking rules for the remainder of the semester via email Tuesday. Student will now be allowed to park in three different “A” lots, typically for faculty and staff parking, between 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. and in another “A” lot near Irwin Library between 8 p.m.…
Pink October: Bulldogs battle breast cancer
KATIE GOODRICH STAFF REPORTER During National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the familiar Butler blue around campus is replaced by a new color–pink. Since 1985, October has been observed as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month by a collaboration of groups including the American Cancer Society. They focus on raising awareness and educating people about breast cancer,…