News Articles
Students aim to unite city in racial harmony
Harris-Stowe, SLU plan Dream Keepers
by Kat Patke
Forty-five years after the famed "I have a dream" speech, two student leaders from Saint Louis University and Harris-Stowe State University have a dream, too. Last year's SLU Student Government Association President Evan Krauss and Harris-Stowe SGA President Leonard Johnson are co-founders of the St. Louis Dream Keepers.
Group of slackliners walk the line in the Quad
by Matt Wilhelm
As the familiar signs of spring return to campus, students might notice an unfamiliar structure popping up among the fountains, flowers and green trees. That length of rope tethered between trees is not a restrictive barrier, nor is it there to keep the trees standing.
Lengthy SGA meeting results in big bucks for CSOs
by Megan Kenny and Jamie Robinson
In its eight-hour funding meeting for student groups for the 2008-2009 school year, the Student Government Association awarded $669,636.90 to student groups, with a few smacks of the gavel. Financial Vice President John Curry said he and the finance committee used an "aggressive approach" in distributing money to student groups of "higher quality" than last year.
Just Earth! club encourages students to live 'green'
by Megan Kenny and Jamie Robinson
Saint Louis University's Just Earth! club is gearing up for the greenest day of the year and hoping to make this year's Earth Day celebration into an Earth Week of awareness. "We are really trying this year not only to spread awareness but also to get people to commit to something," said club Treasurer John Kelly.
Foreign Affairs
Defining 'profite bien'
by Kate Maxwell
The single piece of advice I have received the most in France is "profite bien." Literally translated, it means "profit well," but I love it because it means more than "have a nice time" and "enjoy yourself." Given in command form, it asks you in short to learn, to take advantage and to maximize your experience.
Student Development honors student leaders and staff
Annual awards celebrate service and leadership
by Will Holston
The Division of Student Development honored organizations and individuals for their work in the Saint Louis University community at the 17th Annual Leadership and Service Awards Ceremony Thursday night. University President Lawrence Biondi, S.J., opened the ceremony.
Let us introduce you to ... Ian Redmount, Ph.D.
by Allison Reilly
"Dancing With The Stars" has another connotation in the physics department. For 15 years, Ian Redmount, Ph.D., has taught classes in Parks College of Engineering, Aviation and Technology ranging from introductory physics to advanced mathematics for engineers.
The UNews wins six awards at 2008 MCMAs
Online exclusive
by Kate Bartlett
The Missouri College Media Association held their yearly awards ceremony to recognize student journalists on Saturday, April 12. Ten staff members of The University News were in attendance. The UNews won a total of six awards.
This I Believe contest will award three $1000 prizes
Online exclusive
by Leah Lavelle
Standing up for-and creatively expressing-beliefs is paying off this week. On Friday, April 25, the VOICES Project will hold a showcase to celebrate its first "This I Believe" contest at Saint Louis University and award each of three winners a $1,000 prize.
Annual Relay for Life kicks off at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 19
Online exclusive
by R.H. Popli
Starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 19, members of the greater St. Louis community will journey to Robert R. Hermann Stadium for the opportunity to support cancer research during the 2008 Relay for Life. Relay for Life is an annual event held by the American Cancer Society in cooperation with many colleges nationwide.