Article submitted by reader Amanda Gertner I recently began taking self-defense classes from Charlie Foxman at Midwest Martial Arts Academy . Foxman, who is an eigth-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and a first-degree black belt in Karate, and knows Muay Thai, Escrima and Krav Maga. Foxman teaches Tae Kwon Do along with self-defense. In addition to being a ... Read More »
It began with bulky, slow desktop computers and has progressed to the slim, sleek, and fast laptops, iPads, cell phones, and mp3 players of today. It seems that in the year 2011 the people of our society cannot spend more than five minutes away from their precious technology. This has translated into how libraries are used. Now days, instead of ... Read More »
“Going green” may help the earth by reducing the size of landfills and by saving trees by using little to no paper, but at times I wonder if we need to go to such extreme measures. “I like the idea of being more environmentally conscious, but I think there’s still some tweaks that need to be made. We can’t sacrifice ... Read More »
Are you sick and tired of searching for healthy meals in the dining hall and being forced to eat the same things time and time again when you do come across something descent? If you cannot face eating yet another veggie burger, try creating some of your own healthy meals and snacks. The recipes below do not require anything more ... Read More »
Fall registration can be a stressful time for everyone. Students must choose classes that fulfill one’s major requirements in order to graduate. Registration for the fall semester of 2011 begins on March 28. The registrar assists in the setup required to allow students to register for their classes. During registration, the registrar is available for assisting students during the online ... Read More »
Peace, love, and equality were the messages of top touring Jewish artist Rick Recht’s “Tear Down the Walls” concert. Maryville University’s Jewish Student Union and the Office of Campus Ministry and Community Service hosted the concert. As Recht’s crew set up his equipment, “Jewish Rock Radio” was blaring. The music reminded me of American hip-hop and dance music. However, when ... Read More »
Rick Recht’s “Tear Down the Walls” concert will be held in Maryville’s Auditorium on Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m. This concert will be free and open to the public. Recht is a Jewish musician that uses popular rock music to “inspire and educate youth about ways to break down the bias and prejudice in their communities.(www.Maryville.edu).” Besides playing music, Recht ... Read More »
Roommate problems – they are about as common in college as the freshman 15. You know that everything is far from normal, though, when the situation reaches the level of crazy that it does in The Roommate. In The Roommate, Sarah (Minka Kelly, from Friday Night Lights) and Rebecca (Leighton Meester, from Country Strong) are roommates and friends – at ... Read More »
Maryville University’s literary magazine, Magnolia, is now looking for submissions to be published in this spring’s issue. Maryville students, faculty, staff, and alumni are all welcome to submit their original poetry, short stories, and essays. Artwork and photography is also encouraged. All submissions are due by February 28, 2011. In order to submit a piece, e-mail it to magnoliamaryville@gmail.com as ... Read More »
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