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Bitterwood: Dragons and Humans unite
Bitterwood by James Maxey was published in July 2007. The book is an interesting blend of the science fiction and fantasy genres. From the beginning of the novel the fantasy elements are evident with the presence of dragons. While not so obvious in the beginning, the elements of science fiction appear as the story moves along and the background of the world is revealed.
Weekend hotspot: Ganser Gallery
Some might think it is unusual to be in the library considering it is only the second week of the semester, but it was surprisingly busy for a Thursday afternoon.
Are students really that diligent following a three day weekend? The reason for my library adventure was to check out the Ganser Gallery which is now hosting an exhibition from Karl Hluska.
One Book, One Campus discusses the freshman reading process
Millersville students have all been subject to some sort of summer reading book prior to starting freshman
year. Whether it was Ishmael, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime, or, most recently, Einstein’s Dreams, The Common Reading Program has inched its way into students’ lives. The Common Reading Program is an organization which selects the book that the incoming class is assigned to read. These books are very carefully chosen. “The Common Reading Program is intended to create community and university community as a whole”, said Dr. Caleb Corkery, assistant chair of the English Department.
Animated comedies “Family Guy” and “South Park” teach diversity
“Family Guy” and “South Park” are sometimes labeled as highly offensive comedies, but these shows teach about diversity. This is Matt Glowacki’s opinion, the most booked diversity speaker in the United States.
In celebration of Millersville University’s Diversity Week, the University Activities Board organized a diversity lecture in Club de ‘Ville April, 14. More than 100 students attended the lecture to hear what Glowacki had to say.
Softball team captures wins against Slippery Rock and Holy Family
After being on the road at Kutztown University the Millersville softball team split a double-header against Slippery Rock University on April 10.
The day’s games brought the team’s season total to 17-22. However, the first game did not start off on the right foot. Slippery Rock managed to score two runs in the top of the first inning off of a double by Jenna Geibel who had an RBI and brought J. Kortz home. The other run was scored off of an error by the left fielder and Geibel herself was able to score.
Injuries could hurt Phillies in weeks ahead
The Phillies have announced they will decide whether to put short stop Jimmy Rollins on the 15-day disabled list this week. Rollins has been on fire so far this season batting .391 and an on base percentage of .516.
Rollins has been a crucial element to the Phillies success so far this year, as the team is currently 6-1 after the first week of the season. If Rollins does get placed on the disabled list, which is very likely, Juan Castro will take over as short stop.
Art study of Linus’ blanket
We all have objects that mean more than their face value. After a rough breakup, we go through a cleansing process to rid ourselves of every possible item that may remind us of a less than perfect love interest. After a loved one passes, we tend to keep objects that remind us of them. These objects are the primary subject of Hannah Burr’s “Placeholders” currently in display in the Ganser Library.
Graduate Student Association Update
As the spring 2010 semester winds down, students are beginning to face finals, looking at next semester’s courses, others face graduation.
The Graduate Student Association would like to congratulate all the recent inductees to Kappa Delta Pi, the honor education society, that has an active chapter at MU. KDP is an informative organization that serves its members well into the future
Women’s Rugby defeats Ursinus College with a 45-0 victory
The Millersville women’s rugby team continued their winning streak this past weekend against Ursinus College. Leaving the field with a 45-0 victory, the girls fought hard against Ursinus and made some pretty amazing plays the first half of the game.
Athletes of the Week
Athlete of the Week – Jenna Craig
How long have you been playing basketball?
“I’ve been playing basketball since I was in third grade. I started playing year-round once I got to middle school and continued throughout high school and college.”
How did you become involved with basketball?
“When I was in elementary school, I had a friend whose dad was the head coach for the high school basketball team. He was the one who first got me involved with basketball and I’ve been playing since then. My grandpa also played basketball when he was in high school, so we would shoot around a lot when we were together. I actually ended up with the same number jersey that he had when he played.”