On April 6, Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller spoke to political science instructor Larry Williamson’s state and local government class. It’s not every day that a high-ranking government official speaks to one of Butler’s political science classes, so Williamson said the attorney general’s visit was “a welcome, but complete surprise.” He said he had been…
Professor seeks to lead students
By Teresa Brooks College is the time in a person’s life where he or she can begin to grow, not only as an academic, but as their own person. That’s why college professors are so important to students—they help people find themselves. Margaret Brabant, a political science professor and chair of the faculty senate, knows…
Butler benefits from tournaments
By Kate Siegfried and Jill McCarter Butler University is still reaping the benefits from last year’s run in the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament and is looking forward to receiving the numbers for this year. Results from a study completed by media firms Borshoff and Meltwater show that the university earned more than $639…
Vikings conquer Bulldogs, five-match win streak ends
The Butler women’s tennis team improved to 4-1 in conference play after splitting a pair of matches with Youngstown State and Cleveland State last weekend. Riding a four-match win streak, Butler (9-7, 4-1 HL) continued its solid play Saturday against the Penguins (5-11, 2-4 HL), winning 5-2. The day started with a team sweep in…
Lyric Theater soars high with ‘Die Fledermaus’
Butler Lyric Theater’s production of Johann Strauss’ opera “Die Fledermaus” —The Bat—promises to be a refreshing and modern take on the original. Directing the show is John Schmid, adjunct instructor of lyric theater. Schmid is the Director of Music at nearby Fairview Presbyterian Church, and has been Course Master for the Indianapolis Opera for 27…
Brimmer earns Apple award
Tim Brimmer, associate professor of music education and technology, received the Apple Distinguished Educator award for teachers that are pioneers in using a variety of Apple Inc. products to transform teaching and learning in their classrooms. Brimmer was presented with this award for his innovative use of technology in the field of music. He is…
‘One Day Without Shoes’ raises awareness
The ground was cold on Tuesday. Sophomore Christen Schwarz said that was her first realization as she stepped outside barefoot to support “One Day Without Shoes.” The event strives to raise awareness about people in other countries who don’t own a pair of shoes. Tom’s Shoes, a footwear company that donates one pair of shoes…
Butler’s media darling: Mascot becomes furry face of Butler
Butler Blue II became a media sensation at last year’s NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Final Four, and this year, his stardom rose to a whole new level. “It’s come on a lot sooner this year and the level of intensity and interest has risen,” Michael Kaltenmark, Blue’s handler, said. “Last year, there wasn’t much…
‘Sucker Punch’ delivers weak blow
It’s a fantasy within a fantasy that manages to feel like both a video game and a sick pervert’s imagination. It’s not that “Sucker Punch,” which features the acting talents of Emily Browning, Abbie Cornish, Jena Malone, Vanessa Hudgens and Jamie Chung, is bad. Well, actually I take that back. It is. There is a…
Education reform affects future teachers
While heated education reform debates across the nation are reaching an apex, many professionals in the education field believe legislators are focusing too much on the placement and control of power instead of students’ best interests. Issues being addressed by legislatures in Indiana and other states include the expansion of charter schools and voucher programs,…