Monday, December 8th, 2008Many college students mark the (ir discovery of self in their )Inking a new market
By Shawntai Brownyears as a student with more than just a diploma. These days, more so than in generations past, young adults are choosing a more artistic route with body art.
Archive for December, 2008
Letter to the Editor: Winter is not an excuse for poor parking
Sunday, December 7th, 2008As a 24-year native o (f Michigan), I am used to the cold and the snow every year. That does not mean I enjoy the snow and cold, I am just used to it. Most natives, or anyone who has lived here for an extended period of time can say the same. To those who may [...]
Letter to the Editor: Record article poorly depicts CD Warehouse
Sunday, December 7th, 2008I have just finished reading A (llen Brewer)’s article, “Local music goes vinyl at CD expo,” which included the following line:
“I prefer Corner Record Shop to CD Warehouse,” said Ian Everson, a WMU
student. “The employees seem to be more knowledgeable.”
As the owner and operator of CD Warehouse, I must express my disappointment
that this part of the [...]
A home away from home for holidays
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Some International students op (t to stay on campus over break)By Kallie Leonard
Western Herald
Each year, Western Michigan University enrolls over 1,000 international students from 80 different countries around the world.
With the holiday season approaching, these international students must make a choice to either return home to visit their families, or to stay here at WMU and [...]
Broncos advance to Sweet 16
Sunday, December 7th, 2008By Mark Rudi (Western Herald)A week ago, the Western Michigan University volleyball team wasn’t even sure if they would be in the NCAA Tournament. Now, they find themselves in the Sweet 16.
The Broncos (28-6) defeated the University of Dayton 3-1 (21-25, 26-24, 25-23, 25-18) in the first round Friday and had a comeback victory to upset [...]
Women’s basketball falls to Illinois-Chicago, 54-45
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Katie Lynn (Western Herald)The Western Michigan University women’s basketball team took on the University Illinois-Chicago Flames on the road Saturday and went home with its fifth loss of the season, 54-45.
The Flames have now won all five of its games this season, tying the best start ever for UIC. The Broncos fell to 2-5 on [...]
Hockey falls twice over weekend to No. 4 Miami
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Adam Bouton (Western Herald)The number one team in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association proved why it’s at the top of the standings.
Miami University of Ohio (10-3-3, 10-2-2-1 CCHA) overpowered the Western Michigan University hockey team (2-10-4, 1-7-4-1 CCHA) with victories both Saturday and Sunday.
The No. 4 ranked RedHawks came away with a 7-3 victory Sunday [...]
Jennings nominated for Pro Bowl
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Former Western Michigan Univer (sity wide receiver and current)Green Bay Packer is a nominee to represent the
NFC in the 2009 Pro Bowl.
Fans can vote for Jennings through his Web site, gj85.com, or through nfl.com/probowl/ballot. There is no limit as to how many times that fans can vote, but voting does close on Dec. 9.
Jennings is [...]
‘Ain’t Misbehavin’’ gave an idol worthy performance
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Shawntai Brown (Western Herald)The idols stepped off the TV screen and into 1930s Harlem for the staging of hit Musical “Ain’t Misbehavin.’”
The cast of the musical performed twice this weekend on Miller Auditorium’s stage this past Saturday at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m., wowing audiences with their extravagant costumes and even more extravagant voices.
The show [...]
Philosophies of Thomas Jefferson relevant in modern world
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Jon Stonehouse (Western Herald)The philosophy of Thomas Jefferson provides a solid bridge of understanding for those navigating through and the current political climate.
“Thomas Jefferson’s vision is at the heart of what we American’s truly love about our country,” Eric S. Peterson said.
Peterson, editor of the book “Life and Liberty: Reflections on the Pursuit of Happiness,” [...]
Student diet especially critical during stressful exams
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Fritz Klug (Western Herald)Finals week. Schedules change, days free up. It becomes harder and harder to find a quiet spot in the library. Wastebaskets overflow with aluminum energy drink cans and paper coffee cups. More and more people are outside, smoking cigarettes.
Everyone is trying to find some way to stay awake and cram for an [...]
Gas prices likely to stay low during the recession
Sunday, December 7th, 2008David Alexander (Western Herald)As gas prices continue to drop to their lowest in four years, students can’t help but wonder whether this trend will continue over Christmas break or whether prices will once again soar as they did over the summer.
According to MichiganGasPrices.com gas prices are their lowest since early Dec. 2004. But will this [...]
In the mix Playboy DJ
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Allen Brewer (Western Herald)Bangin’ Promotions, owned by WMU alumna Shannon Williams, is bringing former Playboy Playmate and celebrity DJ Colleen Shannon to Wayside on Dec. 13.
Colleen Shannon was Jan. 2004’s Playboy Playmate of the Month and 50th Anniversary Playmate. Since then, she has begun making a name for herself in film and on the DJ [...]
‘Winter Magic’ to bring history back to the holidays
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Shawntai Brown (Western Herald)New holiday traditions may include wrapping a new touch screen phone, baking organic cookies, and for much of America, penny pinching by scratching gift recipients off the list and canceling the company Christmas party. Early music Michigan, however, wants to take the holiday season back to its roots with a concert called [...]
Local children celebrate Christmas with WMU Spanish students
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Russell Buero (Western Herald)On Dec. 5 Western Michigan University students in Internship or Service with Spanish hosted a posada in cooperation with Maple Street Magnet School for The Arts. A posada is a type of Christmas festival that originated in Latin American.
The posada was setup for the local students at the Maple Street Magnet School [...]
WMU turns to EOC in case of emergency
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Emergency Operations Center en (sures safety with Critical Inc)ident Response Plan
By Nichole Allen
Western Herald
In the event of an on-campus emergency, Western Michigan University turns to the Emergency Operations Center to ensure the health and safety of all students, faculty and staff.
The Critical Incident Response Plan is a set of guidelines used to effectively manage all incidences [...]
Winter weather draws attention to WMU closing policies
Sunday, December 7th, 2008By Amy Melin (Western Herald)With the weather outside getting increasingly more snowy, officials at Western Michigan University are taking steps to make sure students know where to look for the announcement of the university closing.
A variety of factors play into the university’s decision to close, including the road conditions and the grounds crew’s ability to keep [...]
What’s a Jew to do on Christmas?
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Most of us will spend winter b (reak with family and friends), maybe picking up some hours at our summer jobs back home. Dec. 25 many of you may be planning to gather around the Christmas tree with eggnog and family close by.
Jews all around the world share a tradition of a different sort, we search [...]
University offices will remain open until Dec. 24
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Even though the resident halls (will be closing on Dec). 12, offices on campus will remain open until Christmas Eve.
Cheryl Roland, executive director of University Relations said this is pretty typical, and that the university will close from Dec. 24 to Jan 2.
Campus will open on Jan. 4 and those who live in residence halls [...]
Saying ‘Merry Christmas’ shouldn’t be offensive
Sunday, December 7th, 2008Once the last final is complet (ed most of us will be heading )home for the holidays. According to Western Michigan University, we’re leaving for a winter break, but everyone knows that’s their attempt to streamline themselves with the current trend of political correctness.
We’re going home for Christmas break.
Many of us can probably remember when we [...]
HERALD EDITORIAL: Give each other the gift of a hug
Sunday, December 7th, 2008s Christmas because we are lin (ing up and killing each other )`Tis the season. We know it’to buy cheap crap on sale. It is amazing that after a year littered with suicides linked to consumer debt we are so irrationally driven to buy gifts.
There are no tidings of joy found in the abject commercialization of [...]
‘A Choral Christmas’ to showcase talents tonight
Saturday, December 6th, 2008Kelly Bacon (Western Herald)
A single voice begins singing “Once in Royal David City.” Just then, a candle is lit and all the choirs join in for the third verse.
“At that moment, it’s a big snowball of energy,” said Director of Choral Studies James Bass, Ph.D.
Western Michigan University’s Choral Music Department, including the University [...]
Hockey hosts No. 4 Miami for two games
Thursday, December 4th, 2008 4 Miami for ( two games)Hockey hosts No.By Adam Bouton
As this is the inaugural year for shootouts in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association, Bronco head coach Jim Culhane didn’t know how the one-on-one duel would impact his team this season. However, after playing in four shootouts in its first 10 CCHA games, Culhane feels the importance more than ever.
As this is the inaugural year for shootouts in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association, Bronco head coach Jim Culhane didn’t know how the one-on-one duel would impact his team this season. However, after playing in four shootouts in its first 10 CCHA games, Culhane feels the importance more than ever.
A day in the life of WMU President Dunn
Thursday, December 4th, 2008A day in the life of WMU Pres (ident Dunn)By Josh Holderbaum
Almost everyone knows him. He can be seen walking around campus, stopping to talk to students, at a university meeting or an event, but what does a typical day entail for Western Michigan University President John Dunn?
Almost everyone knows him. He can be seen walking around campus, stopping to talk to students, at a university meeting or an event, but what does a typical day entail for Western Michigan University President John Dunn?
Author brings inspirational messages of Thomas Jefferson to Kalamazoo
Thursday, December 4th, 2008Ashley Wioskowski (News Editor)“I sincerely believe that banking establishments are more dangerous than standing armies, and that the principle of spending money to be paid by posterity, under the name of funding, is but swindling futurity on a large scale,” Thomas Jefferson said.
With Wall Street crashing, the word of recession becoming as familiar as a [...]
WSA concludes business for 2008
Thursday, December 4th, 2008The Western Student Associatio (n had their last meeting of 20)08 Wednesday, celebrating their successful
semester and dealing with some end of the year business.
President Danielle Harik and the WSA Cabinet thanked everyone for their participation throughout the semester. Presidential awards were given out to the senator’s who stood out and made an impact.
In new business, Andrew [...]
Stressed before finals? Try some of these tips
Thursday, December 4th, 2008Ali Pavlicek (Western Michigan)Each day of classes is one day closer to winter break for Western Michigan University students, but we must all survive a full week of finals first.
In order to get those passing grades, success on finals is almost a requirement in some classes, and studying tips can be of help to even [...]
VOX promotes Planned Parenthood on campus
Thursday, December 4th, 2008Carly Kuppe (Western Herald)Planned Parenthood is more than just an abortion clinic. It provides affordable sexual healthcare to people of all ages, according to the Web site.
“It’s funny the misconceptions that people have about Planned Parenthood,” VOX President Lindsey Williams said.
For all the voices of women on campus, and those interested in sexual health, there [...]
Interest in politics needs to take place other than in the voting booth
Thursday, December 4th, 2008When a person votes they fill (in a bubble for a specific can)didate, a person. But in this past election did we[singlepic=14,150,240,,right] really vote for a person, or rather a trend? Were people caught up in a political swing that provoked a blind choosing of one political party over the other?
It’s a curious thought as [...]
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