Archive for November, 2008
Taking part in holiday decorating can bring cheer, stress relief during finals
Sunday, November 30th, 2008Before I left Kalamazoo for Th (anksgiving this year), I did something I had never done in all my years living in
Kalamazoo: I put up a Christmas tree.
In the corner of my apartment stands a 6 foot slim Wesley Pine straight from Walmart adorned with some colorful lights and decorations.
In past years I never saw the [...]
HERALD EDITORIAL: Western Michigan football team, Cubit deserves credit for a great season
Sunday, November 30th, 2008Even with the loss to Ball Sta (te University last week), Western Michigan University’s football team had an impressive regular season. They won nine games for the first time since 2000 and, according to wmubroncos.com, will be heading to a bowl game.
Much of the credit is due to head coach Bill Cubit, who took over the [...]
Live Volleyball Blog
Saturday, November 29th, 2008Live Volleyball Blog by ( Mark Rudi)Valpo 3 WMU 0 Final
The Crusaders took the third set 25-20, but had to hold off a late Bronco run to win the set. Valpo was up 24-18, but WMU would build a 5-0 run, cutting the lead to 24-23. However, it was too little too late as a Val [...]
Men’s basketball Vs. IUPUI blog
Saturday, November 29th, 2008The Broncos fought their way b (ack from a 19 point second hal)By: Roger Sievers
f deficit to get within 4 of IUPUI but didn’t have quite enough to take the lead as they lost 68-76 Saturday at University Arena. The Jaguars shot lights out in the second half shooting 73% from the field. Point Guard Gary [...]
live volleyball blog
Friday, November 28th, 2008Live Volleyball Blog by ( Mark Rudi)mark.d.rudi@wmich.edu
WMU 3 Marquette 0 Final
WMU played their best set of the match and possibly the season in the third set, defeating MU 25-9 in the final set. The Golden Eagles really struggled in the third set, hitting -.281 with only four kills and 13 errors in the final set. WMU [...]
Broncos Bashed
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008Ball State roll (s over WMU), 45-22, in route to MAC West Championship
By Adam Bouton
Western Herald
It takes a team effort to win games. To win 12 straight, it takes talent, confidence and a team effort. Ball State played with all three Tuesday evening.
Behind junior quarterback Nate Davis, inspiring play and a total team effort, No.15 ranked [...]
Road test proves too tough for Broncos
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008Road test proves too tough f (or Broncos)by Mike Feld
Throughout the season, it seemed that the Western Michigan University football team was destined for greatness. On Tuesday night, with one final chance to prove this was a Bronco team for the ages, WMU succumbed to pressure.
Throughout the season, it seemed that the Western Michigan University football team was destined for greatness. On Tuesday night, with one final chance to prove this was a Bronco team for the ages, WMU succumbed to pressure.
Retailers get aggressive in advertising despite recession
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008 spurs spending (By Jon Stonehouse)Companies hope ‘Black Friday’Western Herald
Coming off of the worst retail sales month on record, businesses and analysts are racking their brains and cranking out sales pitches in an effort to predict and survive Black Friday and the Christmas shopping season.
Some are worried the spiraling economy will change the face of retail [...]
Residence Halls and Dining Services close for university breaks
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008David Alexander (Western Herald)As Thanksgiving break approaches and the end of the semester following there are a few things students need to remember and prepare for.
In preparation for the break, Dining services for Davis/Draper, Burnham, and Valley I are officially closed as of Nov. 25.
Services for Valley II and Hoekje/Bigelow will be closed as of [...]
WMU welcomes new leader of alcohol risk reduction
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008Ali Pavlicek (Western Herald)This fall, the Office of Health Promotion and Education at Western Michigan University created a new position: the associate director of health for alcohol risk reduction. In October, Scott Spicer traveled from California to Michigan to take on the responsibilities of his new job.
“We saw the need to have one person who [...]
Quotes & Comments
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008Forever on Thanksgiving Day (The heart will find the pathwa)y home.
—Wilbur D. Nesbit
My heart and stomach are definitely finding my pathway home this Thanksgiving, a 10 hour pathway that is. There is something about this Thanksgiving that seems to be more exciting for me, I don’t know if it’s the desperate need for a vacation or [...]
Water incident example of need for text message alert system
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008Last week on Tuesday morning I (filled up my water bottle in D)unbar Hall around 11 a.m. and went about
hydrating myself as I prepared for classes that day.
Everything seemed normal until I exited a classroom around 1 p.m. to see drinking fountains covered with garbage bags. To my surprise, they weren’t just out of order. [...]
HERALD EDITORIAL: Take the time to volunteer more than once a year, to really make a difference
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008Intentions of volunteering alw (ays surface around this time o)f year … and with good reason. It’s the beginning of winter, where temperatures are sure to drop below zero degrees more than once. It’s also the holiday season, where people feel the need to give a little back to the community. If you’re one of the [...]
Counseling Center remains understaffed
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008Josh Holderbaum (Western Herald)Despite having 10 full-time staff members, five graduate assistants and three interns, the University Counseling and Testing Center is still considered understaffed, according to the International Association of Counseling Services.
According to the UCTC Web site, the primary purpose of the University Counseling and Testing Center is to provide student-centered services which focus [...]
All Ears Theatre preserving historic art form
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008Teddy Rogge (Western Herald )On Nov. 29 at 3:30 p.m. the “Gold of Adomar” will air on 102.1 WMUK-FM as part of the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo’s All Ears Theatre series. As with the rest of the shows in the series, “Gold of Adomar” was a free performance at the First Baptist Church and [...]
Live Blog from Scheumann Stadium: Ball State 45, Western Michigan 22 Final
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008 Ball State looked close to (it tonight)Perfection..
The Cardinals easily defeated the Broncos, 45-22, giving them a perfect 12-0 regular season and a chance at the MAC Championship. They will face the University at Buffalo Dec. 5 at Ford Field in Detroit.
The Broncos scored once in the fourth quarter, on a Brandon West [...]
Collision Course
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008One team is undefeated and has (been nationally ranked for mos)Collision Course
By Adam Boutont of the season. The other is looking for its first 10-win season ever. Both are looking for a chance to play in the Mid-American Conference Championship game.
By Adam Boutont of the season. The other is looking for its first 10-win season ever. Both are looking for a chance to play in the Mid-American Conference Championship game.
Newly-elected township trustee has progressive agenda for Oshtemo
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008Fritz Klug (Western Herald)Thousands of Western Michigan University students reside in Oshtemo Charter Township and do not even realize it.
Everything located west of Drake is Oshtemo: The Pointe, Copper Beach, Meijer, Target, Kalamazoo 10, Apple orchards, blueberry patches and Amish farms.
Oshtemo Township is a part of Kalamazoo County but not the City of Kalamazoo; Oshtemo [...]
University offers new Open Learning classes
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008By Amy Melin (Western Herald)Western Michigan University’s Extended University Programs (EUP) will begin offering undergraduate students the option of taking Open Learning courses in Spring 2009.
Open Learning courses are online classes that students can take through Academic Technology and Instructional Services, also known as E-learning. The courses have flexible entry and exit dates.
“Our goal here is [...]
Western Herald Staff Picks
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008Western Herald (There is no doubt Western Mich)Mark Rudi
igan will be by far Ball State’s toughest opponent this season. Las Vegas has BSU by 11, but I completely disagree. This game will be much closer than that. This game is going to be all offense and I expect a high scoring game.
The Cardinals have the MAC’s [...]
Breaking down BSU vs. WMU
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008 and Adam Bouton (Western Herald)By Mike Feld Quarterbacks
Both teams possess very talented junior quarterbacks. Western Michigan’s Tim Hiller leads the Mid-American Conference in almost every passing category, while Ball State’s Nate Davis has the leadership, steady play and poise that great quarterbacks have. Both quarterbacks have started and played well in big games and both [...]
Malaysia’s true colors get shown at WMU
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008Ashleigh Maddox (Western Herald)On Nov. 21, the Malaysian Students Association (MASA) hosted the “United Colors of Malaysia,” an event that was part of the International Education Week.
The event was held at Western Michigan University’s Wesley Foundation and showcased food, fashion, song, dance and culture from the nation.
Two MASA students, Cheryl Lim and Amin Hafiz, hosted [...]
Local music goes vinyl at CD expo
Monday, November 24th, 2008Kalamazoo Record and CD Expo a (t Expo Center and Fairground D)ec. 14
By Allen Brewer
Western Herald
For record collectors and music enthusiasts alike, there is little that feels better than finding that rare first pressing of an album or a replacement for that vinyl a roommate stole. As such, be on the lookout Dec. 14 for the [...]
HERALD EDITORIAL: Cell phone use in computer lab should be a common courtesy
Monday, November 24th, 2008As students at Western Michiga (n University), we have accepted adherence to a variety of policies adopted by the university.
Part of our conduct as good students involves following these policies regardless of how we feel about them or whether they actually accomplish anything. As we all have cell phones we are appreciably aware of policies instituted [...]
Letter to the Editor: Western Herald opinion column raises issues about race
Monday, November 24th, 2008 13 Andrew (Mell wrote)On Nov.: “I think that African Americans have been granted the same opportunities as Caucasians, which is made evident by the success they have already had.” (Andrew listed famous people like Oprah and Will Smith as his proof) …Well I think that the success of a few great African Americans does [...]
Brazilian dances move WMU
Monday, November 24th, 2008Brazilian dance (s move WMU)By Josh Holderbaum
It’s like something out of a video game: two people doing back flips and throwing kicks that could take somebody’s head off, but they’re Western Michigan University students.
It’s like something out of a video game: two people doing back flips and throwing kicks that could take somebody’s head off, but they’re Western Michigan University students.
Wesley Foundation hosts weekly Sunday dinner
Monday, November 24th, 2008Western Herald (Since 1923)By Daing S. Nasir
, the Wesley Foundation has been hosting its free Sunday dinner meals to students all around Kalamazoo. The dinner started off at the Kalamazoo Methodist Church.
On Nov. 16 the Wesley Foundation on campus hosted its weekly free Sunday dinner with a memoriam to former alumni Ronald Whitcomb with a generous [...]
Women’s basketball drops two at home
Sunday, November 23rd, 2008Katie Lynn (Western Herald)The Western Michigan University women’s basketball team opened its home schedule over the weekend, falling 88-60 to the University of Pittsburgh on Thursday and 89-58 to Marquette University on Sunday.
With the losses, the Broncos fell to 0-3 overall on the season. Western Michigan lost to two tough teams, as Pitt (1-1) started [...]
Volleyball falls in MAC title game
Sunday, November 23rd, 2008By Mark Rudi (Western Herald)The Western Michigan University Volleyball did something Sunday they rarely have done all season: lose a big match.
Ohio University defeated the Broncos 3-1 (17-25, 25-23, 21-19, 25-23) to win the Mid-American Conference Volleyball Tournament and received the MAC’s automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. The Bobcats have now made the NCAA Tournament [...]
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