While many turned their attention to the national presidential election this week, the position of Indiana governor was also up on the ballot — perhaps with more significant impacts on locals than one may realize.
Indiana governor debate recap
“Some polls show McCormick only three points behind Braun and 10 points with independent voters, making this race for governor one of the closest in the past two decades.”
Butler Blue III dies at 12
“For over eight years, Butler Blue III — better known as Trip — around the country as Butler’s live mascot. Trip died early in the morning on Saturday, April 6, at age 12.”
Students report man acting inappropriately near sorority houses
BUPD says no crime has been committed.
Supreme Court strikes down affirmative action at colleges and universities
In a 6-3 vote, SCOTUS ruled that Harvard University and the University of North Carolina violated the Constitution by considering race in admission decisions.
HB 1608 heads to the House
If passed on the House floor, the bill would censor conversations about LGBTQ+ people in schools.
Butler proposes increase in student parking permit prices
Butler administration proposes increases to student parking permit prices, SGA introduces resolution in opposition.
BUPD arrests suspect in connection to AV bicycle thefts
The suspect was found in possession of two stolen bikes and a CUES farm cart.
BUD speaks out about accessibility shortcomings
Using sidewalk chalk to amplify their message, Bulldogs for Universal Design draw attention to accessibility issues that students face in buildings across Butler’s campus.
Health and safety updates for the spring semester
Butler will begin in-person classes on Jan. 10 with masks required indoors and an isolation period of five days for those without symptoms.