LAUREN OOLEY | STAFF REPORTER For most students, Butler is their home away from home. They live, eat, and sleep here. However, for a small portion of students at the university, Butler is not where they live or sleep. This small group of students is Butler’s commuters. Commuter students experience college life differently than students…
Kappa Kickoff raises money for victims of domestic violence
GABBY MOLINE | STAFF REPORTER/ Photos by Nora Navin After a week of fundraising, Greek competitions and fun, Butler’s Kappa Kappa Gamma raised over $9000 for their philanthropy, The Coburn Place. The Coburn Place, located in Indianapolis, provides shelter and counseling for those who have encountered domestic violence. The girls of Kappa sought pledges through…
Bulldogs of Butler: Culture-Shocked
Senior Brenna Elisabeth Giazzon normally studies Music Education at Jordan College of the Arts — but this semester, she lives in Alcalá de Henares, Spain. She knew there would be culture shock, but it is impossible to really know what that means before you arrive. The food culture was the most startling. The country’s love…
Bulldogs of Butler — Homecoming Edition
The sidewalks start filling up with chalk advertisements. The tables at Starbucks are constantly occupied. And the Greek brothers and sisters sport their letters with more pride than usual. It must be Homecoming at Butler University. Junior Megan Borries is one of two captains who help plan the Homecoming events for Alpha Chi Omega. From…
Bounce for Beats raises money for Alpha Phi Foundation
TESSA WOHLBERG | CULTURE REPORTER On September 19, Alpha Phi’s Bounce For Beats fundraising event got Butler student’s hearts racing. Alpha Phi held their philanthropy event with activities that kept their participants active, such as trampoline bounces, jump rope, and inflatable balls. When one wanted to take a break from the bounce, they entered into…
REVIEW: Butler Showcase Concert
SAM KNEPPRATH | STAFF REPORTER When it comes to making a good first impression, the ability to present confidence and class in a short period of time can be a struggle. The Butler University Showcase Concert truly was the exception for the performers who enthralled the audience in a matter of moments. This showcase,…
REVIEW: Butler Showcase Concert features variety and entertainment
SAM KNEPPRATH | CULTURE REPORTER When it comes to making a good first impression, the ability to present confidence and class in a short period of time can very much be a struggle. The Butler University Showcase Concert truly was the exception for the performers who enthralled the audience in a matter of moments. …
Lambda Watermelon Bust raises money for Gleaners Food Bank
This past week started the first of many week-long fraternity philanthropy events of the school year. Many of the Greek organizations choose to spread their philanthropy events over a week long period, allowing for givebacks, serenades and finally one large event on the final day. On Sept. 12 Lambda Chi Alpha started things off…
Alpha Chi S’mores raises money to fight domestic violence
ALEX TARNOWSKI | CULTURE REPORTER Butler University’s Alpha Chi Omega held its annual kick-off event, Alpha Chi Omega S’mores, last week to support the fight against domestic violence. Proceeds of the event benefit the sorority’s national philanthropy, the Alpha Chi Omega Foundation, which aims to both bring awareness to and resolve the issues surrounding domestic…
Bulldogs Abroad: A New Normal
CHRISTIAN HARTSELLE | CULTURE REPORTER Photo courtesy of Christian Hartselle My first day in Spain felt like three. Landing in the Madrid-Barajas Airport; meeting my host family and unpacking; and taking a tour of Alcalá de Henares, my new hub until the end of the semester. Thirteen other Butler students and I are attending Instituto…