Daily Skiff, Texas Christian University, TX
1 day ago by Chelsea Smith
Katie-Rose Watson didn't set out to write a children's book. She was planning on writing a poem about pain for her creative writing class.
"My first ever assignment was a chick-lit piece, and it got just torn apart in class," she said. "So I thought, 'OK, I'm going to write this really dark and edgy ode; it's going to be an ode to pain.
North Texas Daily, University of North Texas, TX
1 day ago by Kara Fordyce
With fresh eyes taking charge of the dean of students office, a new motto inspires the department's faculty to take charge and aid the students in any way possible.
The mantra, "an empowered staff means empowered students," was created by interim Dean of Students Mona Hicks, who has worked in the office since Sept.
Daily Skiff, Texas Christian University, TX
1 day ago by Katie Martinez
Andrew Weatherford is a junior religion major and pastor of the Deliverance Bible Church, a nondenominational Christian congregation in Fort Worth, and has full sleeve arm tattoos.
North Texas Daily, University of North Texas, TX
1 day ago by Stephanie Daniels
Rock, step and cha cha cha were the first of many steps dancers learned before mastering the cha-cha last night in the University Union's Silver Eagle Suite.
The University Program Council brought students together for the Latin Dance Series to learn the techniques of Latin dance.
North Texas Daily, University of North Texas, TX
1 day ago by Dimanche Brewer
Although NT is a diverse campus, it may be difficult for some minority organizations to dispel myths and stereotypes about their cultures and lifestyles.
Members of NT's Hillel can testify.
"I've been asked if I celebrate Thanksgiving," said journalism junior Robyn Siegel, the Jewish student organization's secretary.
The Traveler, University of Arkansas, AR
1 day ago by Brian Washburn
As the end of the year approaches, it is time to look back and reflect on a few of the most memorable moments, releases and bands of 2008. Plus, it wouldn't hurt to put a few of these mind-blowing releases on Christmas lists.
While 2008 saw releases from some of the most notable artists in music, it is hard to argue this wasn't the year of Lil' Wayne.
The Traveler, University of Arkansas, AR
1 day ago by Anna Nguyen
Ever since the year 2008 commenced, I've experienced some rather dreary trips to the cinema. The films that do lure me to the theater are entertaining - for my preferences, anyway - but I've not felt that sense of a dazzling moment that's left me breathless once the ending credits signify the finale and the lights begin to flicker slowly.
North Lake News-Register, North Lake College, TX
2 days ago by Matt Keyser
The Dallas County Community College District is working to implement a new Retention Initiative program that will help DCCCD students stay in school.
"Helping students stay in college is the goal of student retention," said an e-mail sent by Sharon Blackman, chief retention officer for the district.
The Campus, Oklahoma City University, OK
3 days ago by submitted
The Christmas season is kicking off at OCU with a show.
The OCU American Spirit Dance Company's Home for the Holidays show runs Dec. 11 to 14. Show times are 8 p.m. Dec. 11, 12 and 13 and 2 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14.
"The beautiful lighting, fabulous costumes and talented dancers make this show as exciting as holiday offerings in Los Angeles, New York or Branson," Director Jo Rowan said.
North Lake News-Register, North Lake College, TX
4 days ago by Grant V. Ziegler
This is a story of how choosing not to dress and look like everyone else turned in my favor. Had I chosen to conform and go by the guidelines of so-called normal society, I might not be alive today.
I was walking away from the Granada Theater in Dallas after enjoying a wonderful performance by Gorgeous Frankenstein on Aug.
Daily Skiff, Texas Christian University, TX
5 days ago by Saerom Yoo
As the wintry chills set in, the multicolored lights brighten the city and the red kettles make their annual appearance on the sidewalks, pangs of poverty dig a little deeper in some homes. There is no question why the holidays are a time for giving. But this year, the economic crisis has caused some giving hands to hesitate, dwelling on the bank accounts and wallets that are a little bit tighter - a little bit emptier.
The Traveler, University of Arkansas, AR
6 days ago by Brian Washburn
It has finally arrived. The moment people have been waiting for all of their lives - or for maybe half of their lives. After 14 years, $5 million and countless musicians, Axl Rose and his giant performing circus (a.k.a. Guns N' Roses) released Chinese Democracy.
2008 Woodie Awards
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