The Northerner

Black hall of fame right to induct Clinton

Amey Adkins , Cavalier Daily (U. Virginia) • November 5, 2002

Bill Clinton is black. Well, not really. However, just last month, on Oct. 19, former president Bill Clinton was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame. However, only one point of interest was raised by this ceremony.

Stress rising for college students

John Austin , Knight Ridder • November 5, 2002

It's only midterm, but counselors at Texas Christian University have been busy since early in the semester, helping students who have threatened suicide, mutilated themselves or displayed eating disorders. "We recognize that a college campus is a pretty stressful place," said Don Mills, TCU vice chancellor for student affairs.

Close the ‘prison’ and bring on the concerts

Jason Ellis • November 5, 2002

Is it just me, or is this campus one of the dullest, drab and boring places to be? There are hardly ever any fun things to do on this campus. That is, of course, if you're not a frat boy or sorority girl. They have things going on all the time, but what about those of us who are not and have no interest in that? This is a big problem, and what makes NKU the classic commuter campus.

International student headed to med school

Samantha Warner , Features Editor • November 5, 2002

Burhan Mohamedali is the first international student from Northern Kentucky University to get into medical school. He received his acceptance to the University of Kentucky on Oct. 15, 2002. He is still looking at other schools It has been a lifelong ambition for Mohamedali to become a doctor.

Dating wisdom from writer Thomas Wolfe

Eric Edwards , The Orlando Sentinel • November 5, 2002

When Thomas Wolfe wrote, "you can't go home again," it's almost certain he didn't intend the words to show up more than 60 years later in a column about dating. Perhaps by the time I'm through interpreting that sentence, he'll wish he had taken up tobacco farming instead of writing.

Through the Looking Glass

Mike Pingree , KRT Campus • November 5, 2002

IS IT CROWDED IN HERE, OR IS IT ME? A German policewoman obtained the mobile phone number of a fugitive, from justice, called him up, flirted with him and arranged a blind date. The man, who was wanted in the town of Recklinghausen, came to a bar in downtown Berlin ``all dressed up'' and unaware not only that his date was a cop, but that all the men at surrounding tables were undercover police officers, too.

‘The Credeaux Canvas’

Holly Hayden , Northerner Contributor • November 5, 2002

'The Credeaux Canvas,' a comedy by Keith Bunin, opened last Wednesday night to a packed house at the Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati. 'The Credeaux Canvas' is the story of three people who put together their talent, beauty and cunning in an attempt to scam an old art collector for a lot of cash.

Helpful tips for students buying new or used cars

Jerry Padgett , Northerner Contributor • November 5, 2002

Being a Northern Kentucky University student, at a largely-commuter school, one cannot help but notice the abundance of cars as you arrive and leave your parking space on campus each day. Everywhere you look: cars. With transportation playing such a key role in obtaining a higher education, you have found yourself contemplating a replacement

Fun facts about Krispy Kreme doughnuts

Knight Ridder Newspapers • November 5, 2002

Trick-or-Treaters came to NKU dorms for candy and games

Michael Fesman , Northerner Contributor • November 5, 2002

The Halloween Haunted Hall Preschool-Third Grade Party kicked off in Northern Kentucky University's Commonwealth Hall Thursday October 31, 2002 from 6:00pm-8:00pm. The Kentucky and Commonwealth Residents and Assistants put the Halloween party on for third graders together.

Buried Alive: Covering lesser knowns

November 5, 2002

This week I take a look at the sunny side. No east coast this time but a look at the underground of California. Chris Jay is the lead singer for the band Army of Freshmen. If this name means nothing to you perhaps the names of some of the bands they have played with will, Sum 41, They Might be giants, Reel Big Fish and Fountains of Wayne to name a few.

Sandler shows different side in ‘Punch Drunk Love’

Chad Clift , Northerner Contributor • November 5, 2002

Adam Sandler has always been known for his moronic humor and wavery voice. For those of us who have seen and loved him in movies such as Billy Madison, The Waterboy, Happy Gilmore and The Wedding Singer, you will be seeing a different side of him in Punch-Drunk Love.