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  • Students nominated for ‘Most Outstanding’ award

    Keeping on top of classes can be hard enough for any college student. For those who can find time for activities and interests other than their own, their efforts may receive some deserved recognition. Every year, Butler University recognizes its best and brightest students by measuring their academic success, service to the community and interest…

  • COE scores perfect placement rate

    Many students’ worry about what they will do after college. If you’re part of Butler’s College of Education, rest assured. COE students can smile through the economic downturn, as it boasted a 100 percent placement rate from December 2009 to May 2010. Sue Stahl, COE director of student personal services, said 102 students graduated as…

  • Government proposes internet censorship

    The U.S. Congress is proposing a bill that could affect free speech on the Internet. The bill, titled Combating Online Infringement and Counterfeits Act, could give the government censoring privileges similar to those of governments in China and Iran. “It’s a clear violation of free speech,” Ankur Gupta, assistant professor of computer science at Butler…

  • Alcohol expert talks about homecoming risks

    Mike Denton, local substance abuse expert, visited Butler University last night in an effort to increase alcohol awareness before homecoming week. Denton infused the night’s topic, alcohol abuse and underage drinking in college, with lots of humor but remained serious when describing the risks of such behavior. The event was sponsored by Butler Greeks as…

  • The war between violence and peace

    Scott Appleby, professor of history at the University of Notre Dame, delivered the first 2010-11 Seminar on Religion and World Civilization address last night at Clowes Memorial Hall. Appleby’s lecture was titled, “Religion as Promoter of Peace, Perpetuater of Violence.” He began his lecture by presenting three terms: religion, conflict and peace building. He then…

  • ‘Lunch crunch’ puts university dining services in bind

    Butler University Dining Services has made efforts to adjust to the larger student body on campus. Students who eat at Residential College’s Dining Room might have noticed changes in the number of seats available during the lunch hours. Food Service Director Stacy Puck said dining services has added 70 addtional chairs to accomodate the large…

  • Are you peppy enough for Hink?

    Calling all potential bulldogs! The Butler University athletics department will be holding try-outs for the university mascot, “Hink,” today at Hinkle Fieldhouse. “The students just need to bring themselves and be dressed in a T-shirt, shorts and tennis shoes,” Spirit Coordinator Jamie Troyer said. “Be prepared to wear the costume.” Hink, a fan-favorite, performs at…

  • WTHR, SGA team up to increase awareness

    Butler University Student Government Association and Channel 13 WTHR teamedup on Sept. 22 to encourage students to vote and get involved in their community. SGA held a voter registration drive and helped WTHR gain access to college students to get them to register to vote. “SGA simply provided the man power that Channel 13 needed…

  • Students readjust after studying abroad

    Jill McCarter contributed to this report. With over 110 study abroad programs offered, Butler University students have plenty of opportunities to step outside of the “Butler Bubble” and the Indianapolis community and experience a different culture. For some, the readjustment to Butler can be difficult. Senior Calli Duggins spent the fall semester of her junior…