Daily Egyptian, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
6 hours ago by Diana Soliwon
Kimberly Field, 17, who was reported missing from the Christ in Youth camp hosted on SIUC's campus this week, has returned on her own, according to the SIUC Police Department.
Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, IN
22 hours ago by Ashley Pierce
A Village staple since 1970, the Discount Den could close by the end of the month, store manager Heather Seybold said. Its 50 cent sodas, selection of tobacco products and greek life apparel make it a beloved business to Ball State University students.
The exact closing date is unknown at this time, however, because prospective buyers had become interested, Seybold said.
Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, IN
6 hours ago by Teddy Cahill
Usually a man in full Virginia Tech apparel would seem out of place on a Ball State athletic field.
But this was no ordinary day for new women's soccer coach Michael Lovett.
The date was April 16, the one-year anniversary of the Virginia Tech campus shooting that killed 33 students in the deadliest shooting rampage in U.
Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, IN
1 day ago by Kate Burnett
Stepping into the Alumni Center on Tuesday was like stepping into another world. With the appearance of organized chaos, people ran back and forth, speaking into their walkie-talkies, moving camera equipment and shouting orders to one another. While it seems like any other set, this film had one major difference; it was set in Muncie.
Daily Iowan, University of Iowa, IA
1 day ago by Alyssa Cashman - The Daily Iowan
Controversy surrounding an alleged sexual assault in a UI residence hall has once again created tension between the state Board of Regents and university officials.
The mother of a woman who reported she had been raped in a Hillcrest room in October 2007 sent letters in November and May to school officials complaining about the school's handling of the case.
The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL
1 day ago by Jeff Mason
It seems that everything is going up in price lately: a gallon of gas, a movie ticket and now the SIUE parking pass.
The prices of the most basic red permit has gone up from $85 to $89 and the most expensive permits the green, orange and brown ones have gone up from $129 to $136.
The Daily Illini, University of Illinois, IL
21 hours ago by Jeremy Werner
From the balcony in the Ubben Basketball Complex on a mid-July afternoon, a spectator couldn't be blamed if he swore a glimpse of the past was running up and down the court. The intensity, the passion and that high-pitched cadence barking direction at his teammates was so similar to a former Illini great.
Western Courier, Western Illinois University, IL
1 day ago by John Renner
The maniacal laugh, the freakish ruby lipped smile, the brilliant green hair - all accented with a purple suit. Only one villain is known to have such a vibrant and exaggerated appearance: the Joker, Batman's arch-nemesis and quite possibly the most deserving of Batman's crime-fighting attention with his violent sociopathic and sometimes, if not always, murderous tendencies.
Daily Egyptian, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
1 day ago by Jenn Lofton
With an increase in grant amounts and a decrease in loan rates, students such as Jaamal Cooper and Amine Rouqui will continue to struggle to make ends meet this school year. Congress passed and President Bush signed the Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act in January.
Western Courier, Western Illinois University, IL
1 day ago
Lake Ruth has once again been restored to its picturesque state - complete with a fountain - thanks to the dredging efforts undertaken by Western Illinois University Physical Plant staff earlier this summer.
But the question that might be in the minds of many - "Why is the water green?" - has an easy answer.
Daily Egyptian, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
1 day ago by Justin Lange
A recent shift in consumer spending is ripping clothing retailers at the University Mall at the seams. Exactly one month after Goody's Family Clothing announced it was declaring Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, its neighbor, Steve and Barry's LLC, followed suit.
Western Courier, Western Illinois University, IL
1 day ago by Ed Komenda
Na na na na na na na na BATMAN! Although not as upbeat as that famous song, the newest installment of Batman does more to the common perception about super heroes than any previous attempt. "The Dark Knight" transcends the typical "good versus evil" motif and takes viewers for a dark ride through the innermost caverns of human nature, where that line between right and wrong has never been so thin.
The Daily Illini, University of Illinois, IL
19 hours ago by Scott Nathan Green
When it comes to the Internet, old people have the know-how of squid. I'm not sure if it's because they're stuck in their ways or because there aren't a lot of web sites dedicated to false teeth, but something about going online leaves them quaking in their Depends.
The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL
1 day ago by Kenneth Long
Lately there has been a lot of construction and renovation going on in Cougar Village, but recently there was an addition that might be a bit unnecessary.
As I was parking near my 510 apartment, I noticed that in front of one of the parking spots closest to the sidewalk had a hole in the cement that had been filled in front of it.
Daily Iowan, University of Iowa, IA
1 day ago by Mike Brownlee - The Daily Iowan
The exit ramp off the interstate that is Tim Dwight's football career is near. After playing 10 seasons in the NFL, the former Iowa sparkplug is looking to have one last hurrah, then call it a career.
"I want to play this season. I'm feeling pretty good," he said. "Give it one more year, then I think I'm definitely done."
The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL
1 day ago by Soni Kumar
If notoriety and accolades are a barometer for an athlete's skill level, then incoming freshman Kelly Farrell should have no problems competing on the Division I level.
Farrell has been playing volleyball for four years on her high school team at her hometown of Crystal Lake.
The Daily Illini, University of Illinois, IL
2 days ago by Susan Kantor
When every other student in Grainger Library was studying for final exams last December, Ryan McNeily and Dustin Canter were drawing up a business plan for a loan to start up their own bagel shop on Green Street.
Nine months later, that business plan is coming to fruition with Howbowda Bagel, 611 E.
Daily Iowan, University of Iowa, IA
2 days ago by Olivia Moran and Dean Treftz - The Daily Iowan
The state Board of Regents will meet on campus today to discuss a letter written to UI officials by the mother of a reported victim in the sex-abuse case involving two former Hawkeye football players.
The regents announced Monday that they will meet today at 3 p.m. in W401 Pappajohn Business Building.
The Montage, St. Louis Community College - Meramec, MO
6 days ago
"I guess I am just disappointed in the buy out because A-B is such a large corporation here in St. Louis.
I think it will affect the people here, and I know they are very dedicated to the community here, so I don't know what the future will bring."
- Vanessa Baudler
The Montage, St. Louis Community College - Meramec, MO
2 days ago by Carlos Restrepo
Two days after the Colombian army rescued the 15 kidnapped by the FARC (the Revolutionary Army Forces of Colombia) leftist guerrilla, I went for a walk in downtown Medellin, the city where I was born.
A women with ragged shirt, no shoes, dirty and her hair all messed approached me.
The Daily Eastern News, Eastern Illinois University, IL
2 days ago by Rick Kambic/Editor in Chief
It's been one year since Eastern President Bill Perry was accepting congratulations for his new job. Now he is often the interviewer as he roams campus, greeting those whom he passes and whom he meets while observing the daily educational functions of the university.
The Daily Eastern News, Eastern Illinois University, IL
2 days ago by Ashlei Maltman/City Reporter
An agreement with Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. was approved at Tuesday night's city council meeting.
At the city council meeting, Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. gave a presentation about the upcoming investment grade audit.
Siemens will be doing a full-scale report of the city's properties to propose what can be done, the cost of it, and the expected pay back, Inyart said.
The Daily Eastern News, Eastern Illinois University, IL
6 days ago by Editorial Board
Eastern is making the move from using H&H Shuttle Bus services to an in-house program beginning this August.
Two new buses were leased and the administration is finalizing the small details.
"I've fulfilled my end of the bargain," said Scott Harrison, the owner of H&H.
Chicago Flame, University of Illinois, IL
3 days ago by Amanda Wowk
Apparently, Billy Ray Cyrus didn't make enough money being a second rate country musician and TV star. If a guest appearance on "Diagnosis Murder" is the pinnacle of your career, you probably aren't rolling in dough. However, Billy Ray Cyrus does have a tremendous talent.
Chicago Flame, University of Illinois, IL
3 days ago by Basileo Odukoya and Joel Ebert
Beginning in January 2009, the University of Illinois at Chicago campus will officially have Dr. Paula Allen-Meares as its new chancellor. Allen-Meares, who was selected from a field of more than 100 candidates, is set to be formally confirmed as the new chancellor at the next Board of Trustees meeting.