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Alexandra Gresick is a fifth year Strategic Communication and Contemporary Journalism major in the Communication program. She enjoys participating as a staff writer for Pawprint and hopes to help encourage participation from students across campus. In addition to being a full-time student, Alexandra has an internship in health communication and works part-time in retail.

Flu Shot…Why Bother?

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It’s that time of year again.  Yes, you may be thinking it’s fall and time for apple picking, bonfires and cooler weather; but did you also know that fall means it is now flu season? “Influenza, an upper respiratory illness, is in the top 10 illnesses/reasons Americans die each year,” said Nurse Pam Culliton. “Generally influenza is more serious for ... Read More »

A Late Quartet: Keeping the Music Alive in Wake of Change

A Late Quartet Opens in Theaters Nov. 21. Image courtesy of IMDB.

We all have our loves in life. It’s almost a given. Have you ever loved something so much that you would do anything in your power to continue your passion? What if something happened that caused you to have to give that passion up? Would it break your heart and change your life forever? A Late Quartet gives passion a ... Read More »

Maryville Interior Design Students Enter Gingerbread House Contest

Maryville Interior Design sophomores are entering the 2012 Lydia's House Gingerbread House Contest. Image courtesy of Microsoft.

November has been a busy month for a group of nine Maryville interior design students. These students have been involved in a completely hands-on project that one could say places an interior design twist on a favorite holiday pastime. Nine interior design students: sophomores Mariya Khezri, Kirsten Smethers, Maria Lesko, Melissa Hildenbrand, Tricia Militello, Jessica Reiss, Mary Bryan, Sarah Green ... Read More »

It’s coming… Are you ready?

Halloween is just around the corner!

Most of us probably make a trip to Target or Wal-Mart at least once every week. If you haven’t already noticed, you’ve probably seen a handful of holiday decorations appearing throughout retailers nationwide. Halloween is just a few days away; you have seen those decorations up for sale since the middle of September. As Halloween comes and goes this week, ... Read More »

Meet the Dean: Candace Chambers, Ph.D

Dr. Candace Chambers is the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. Image courtesy of Maryville University.

Maryville University is one of the premier higher education institutions in the St. Louis area. With a beautiful campus, outstanding academics, superb athletics, and fantastic professors, students are surrounded with a great environment that is focused on learning and achievement. From the president to the professors to the support staff, Maryville personnel work hard to bring the best experiences to ... Read More »

Photography Exhibit Highlights Maryville’s Commitment to Community Service

Image courtesy of Alexandra Gresick.

A group of Maryville University community members share their passion for serving others in a new photography exhibit in the Morton J. May Foundation Gallery located in the library. The exhibit, titled Capturing Adventure – An Exhibit of Maryville Service Photography showcases the mission work of Chuck Gulas, Dean of the School of Health Professions; Cynthia Briggs, director of the ... Read More »

Public Safety Discusses Parking, Security

Image courtesy of Maryville University.

Public Safety is a resource that all Maryville students should know.  The officers, on duty twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, have an important task –to protect students, faculty, staff, community, visitors and campus. If you haven’t already noticed, the Public Safety office is now located in Buder Commons. The move was prompted by the scheduled demolition of Duchesne Hall ... Read More »

Chesterfield Mall to Open New St. Luke’s Hospital Play Area

Images courtesy of Chesterfield Mall and St. Luke's Hospital.

Chesterfield Mall will unveil the new St. Luke’s Hospital children’s play area with a grand opening ceremony on Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to noon. This festive celebration, taking place on the lower level near Sears, includes free goody bags for the first 100 kids to arrive, along with plenty of free fun. In addition to a light breakfast, kids ... Read More »

Movie Review: Ruby Sparks

Image courtesy of Maryville Pawprint.

Have you ever wished that one day you could find the girl or guy of your dreams? What would you do if you found him/her? Would they really live up to your expectations? Ruby Sparks, a romantic fantasy concoction in the form of a novel character, is exactly what millions of guys and girls would dream about. Paul Dano stars ... Read More »

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