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NKU freshman makes an educational ‘full circle

NKU freshman makes an educational ‘full circle’

Marc Kennedy, Staff Writer February 6, 2014

Whether they are helpful or hurtful, the habits we pick up during our childhood years tend to follow us in one way or another for the remainder of our adult lives. And for one post-traditional NKU freshman,...

Sam Lapins ITV public speaking class is taught remotely.

New teaching technology helps meet students’ needs

February 5, 2014

When Greg Jones walked in to the first day of his advanced public speaking class, he was surprised to find that everyone was there, except for the professor. In place of a professor, the class was being...

Director of creative technology Dan Koabel sets his sights on Googles newest invention.

Google ‘Glass’ sets sight on innovative education

Marc Kennedy, Staff Writer February 5, 2014

As technology continues to improve and become part of our daily lives, it usually becomes more portable, convenient and user-friendly. While many modern devices have a touchscreen that fits in the palm...

Young musicians build friendships at NKU music program

Brittany Smart, Contributing Writer February 5, 2014

The summer programs sponsored by NKU’s Music Preparatory Department are teaching musicians of all ages a variety of skills that encourage them to develop their talents and love of the arts. All four...

The Mayhem Poets took the stage at NKU this past week.

Poets bring a little Mayhem to NKU

Erin Mullins, Staff Writer January 31, 2014

When poets Mason Granger, Kyle Rapps and Scott (with three t’s) Raven took to the stage at the NKU Student Union Wednesday night, students may not have been sure what they were in for. But, after an...

Arabian Nights director Brian Robertson gives his actors instructions.

A look into the variety of spring theatre productions

Nancy Curtis and Erin Mullins January 30, 2014

The NKU spring theatre line-up will share the power of storytelling with the audience as well as affirm that we all have a desire to be entertained. Michael Hatton, assistant theatre department chair,...

Two students view faculty members photographs as part of the current art exhibition.

Sneak a peek into this spring’s art exhibits

Carrie Crotzer, Contributing Writer January 30, 2014

Modern artistic expression using technology, bronze work and even mini waffle trucks are all a part of the eccentric range of pieces which can be found in the current Full and Part-time Visual Arts Faculty...

Jansen has created three apps and has a fourth in development.

Student’s apps reach out to the world’s unlikeliest corners

Matt Spaulding, Staff Writer January 29, 2014

Australia, Malaysia and the Philippines are not locations that most would imagine information created by a college freshman to be viewed. However, freshman Shane Jansen and his company sjjapps have created...

“Lone Survivor”: “Saving Private Ryan” for the Call of Duty Generation?

Robert Huelsman, Video Editor January 29, 2014

I tend to avoid reading reviews of movies I have not seen. I prefer to read what others have to say after I have my own opinion. However, sometimes the hype for a movie is inescapable, as is the case with...

Student battles bouts of homelessness to pursue dreams of rapping, higher education

Brody Kenny, Contributing Writer January 23, 2014

When Jimmie Reynolds was 11 years old, he wrote his first song. At age 16, his first track “To Mickey D's” was recorded. Now at 21, the junior integrative studies major has recorded two albums, performed...

Emile Lubeck sits at a computer working on her web design work. Before web design Emile wanted to be a teacher.

Dreams change but the journey continues

Jessica Kopena, Staff Writer January 23, 2014

Think about it. What were you dying to be when you were just a child? Maybe an astronaut? Or a famous musician? How about now? Does who you are now measure up to who you wanted to be as a kid? “50-70...

“Her” Prioritizing between video games and internet porn

Robert Huelsman, Video Editor January 22, 2014

I like Michael Bay movies. Right about now you are asking what that has to do with “Her.” You are correct in thinking it means absolutely nothing, except that if you take exception to this review,...

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