The Book of Why
February 15, 2010
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The Book of Eli starts off pretty violently for a movie based on a religious text. The camera pans across a dead man getting his legs eaten by rats. The shot then pans over various scenes of a post-apocalyptic world. It is clear that something bad happened, but that it was a long time ago. Broken buildings... Read more »
Charlie Brown Takes the Stage
February 4, 2010
Filed under Entertainment, Top Stories
The phenomenon began in 1967. During this year, the first production of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” staged on Broadway, which was based off the comic strips by Charles M. Schulz. Since then, the musical has been produced in many theatres. In 1999, the brash musical appeared on Broadway again,... Read more »
The Blind Side
December 8, 2009
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The Blind Side is a heartwarming film about a family taking a homeless teen into their home. The Blind Side is a true story of the life of Michael Oher, played by Quinton Aaron. Oher was a homeless 18 year old from a bad childhood. One night as he is walking the streets, Leigh Anne Tuohy, played by Sandra... Read more »
The American Cancer Society
November 13, 2009
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“This world is not just a dream. Eleven million cancer survivors will celebrate birthdays this year. That’s a sign of progress, proof that a world with more birthdays is possible. Together we’ll stay well, get well, find cures and fight back,” according to The American Cancer Society. This year... Read more »
Once Upon a Musical
November 11, 2009
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Do you know the story of the princess and the pea? If not, here is a little refresher. The story begins in a far away kingdom where a poor prince is in search of a true princess to marry. He has had little luck when, during a stormy night, there is a knock at the castle door. The visitor is a princess... Read more »
Review of “Carry on, Mr. Bowditch”
November 5, 2009
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Review of Carry on, Mr. Bowditch Did you know that there is a man who graduated from Harvard University without stepping foot on campus? If not, you can read about this man, Nathaniel Bowditch, in Jean Lee Latham’s book, Carry on, Mr. Bowditch. Latham’s classic book is based on the life of a very... Read more »
REVIEWING: The Proposal
November 3, 2009
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Just released in DVD, “The Proposal” is a movie that many have already enjoyed. With its wacky characters, unique plot and hilarious situations, “The Proposal” is sure to be a favorite. In the story, Margaret, played by Sandra Bullock, is an editor at Colden Books. However, she is a “powerhouse”... Read more »
The 8th Horcrux
November 3, 2009
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J.K Rowling’s Harry Potter series has rapidly captivated the minds of millions of children, adults and anyone in between or outside those parameters. It has gained legitimacy among the literature community despite what would be skepticism towards a children’s novel and has been compared to... Read more »
Things to Do When You Are Too Old to Trick-or-Treat
October 26, 2009
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So, you are a bit too old to trick or treat, huh? You have tried dressing up and taking around a bucket to collect candy, but people say you are too old. Maybe you have put on a costume and taken a younger sibling around to collect some loot, but those who give out the goods still refuse to give you... Read more »
Hazing: Not a Big Problem?
October 19, 2009
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Hazing can be inflicted in many different ways. Being forced to consume alcohol or spoiled foods, to stay up into the wee hours of the morning, or to do abnormal amounts of exercise are all types of hazing. At Kansas State University, no forms of hazing are tolerated and all are outlawed. On Sept. 22,... Read more »
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