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What better place to put your secrets than up on a projection screen?
On Monday night in the Student Activities Room, many SVSU students did just that. »
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Cardinals combating cancer
Students came together at the Ryder Center on Friday night, raising money to help find a cure for cancer.
By the end of the event, participating teams in the annual Relay for Life raised nearly $40,000. »
Student Association elections offer plot twist
This year’s Student Association elections were far from uneventful.
In an unexpected turn of during the SA presidential debate, candidate Kali Grove used her opening statement to step out of the race and to endorse fellow candidate Julie Boon. »
Facebook users looking for jobs augment their privacy settings
As graphic design senior Zach Lietaert changes his attire for a job interview, he will also change his Facebook page. »
Slots for summer jobs scarce, going fast
Summer is almost here, and for those pursuing seasonal employment, the time to start is now.
Mike Major, director of Career Planning and Placement, said the summer job market appears to be both favorable and competitive. Whether students are looking for co-ops, internships, or part-time or full-time jobs, Major said positions are filling quickly. »
Survey reveals misconceptions about Kochville
When it comes to SVSU’s hometown, a recent study shows that many students carry quite a few misconceptions.
Hired by the Kochville Downtown Development Authority, Gary Clark’s Marketing 331 class surveyed SVSU students — as well as five groups of people in Kochville — to learn their opinions and experiences of the local township. The results suggest that students have many
false impressions, especially
about the roles of the township
and the university. »
TOMS Shoes Club brings out bare feet for ‘One Day’ event
Social work senior Chelsea Gibbard left home without shoes last Thursday. She drove shoeless, walked to class shoeless, and even went to the mall for lunch shoeless. »
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Emergency training to be offered to medical professionals
• Medical professional or aspiring medical professionals — including registered nurses, physicians, dentists, veterinarians, social workers, pharmacists — are invited to a free emergency preparedness class offered through the Bay County Health Department. »
New campus group offers solidarity to soldiers
An organization has formed for SVSU military members; its theme is simple: you are not alone.
The Military Members Association had its first meeting April 8. »
Dental costs keep many students from paying visit
With childhood memories of sterile smells, shrill drills and scary leather chairs, many college students don’t like to think of revisiting the dentist. »
Annual writers’ conference shows student projects, involvement
When it comes to making a difference, the pen indeed seems to be mightier than the sword.
That was apparent Friday, when the Association of Professional and Technical Writers hosted its annual miniconference. »
Apple’s iPad release prompts ideas for use
After months of anticipation, Apple has released its newest product, the iPad. And while some rushed to buy the tablet computer, others remained skeptical. »