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Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 18, Sacred Heart University Mar 2009

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 18, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: The 'Wolf of Wall Street on the prowl -- Lecture schedule is jam packed this spring -- Crash on Park Ave constitutes concern -- Best Buddies organizes a 'quest for booty' -- Lawmakers propose bill to raise tax on gas in CT -- Students question job availability for the summer -- Campus tours lead the way in student enrollment -- Rant of the week: St. Patty's Day celebrated, but not appreciated -- He Said/ She Said... -- Nonsense boys: jamming out and dreaming big -- Bachelor's last minute change upsets viewers -- New viewers find themselves "Lost" -- …


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 17, Sacred Heart University Mar 2009

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 17, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Storm hits SHU -- Illnesses sweep SHU campus -- Stamford to be first in Conn. to ban Trans fats -- SCP felines on Fairfield University campus -- NYU students protest to have their voices heard -- Students surrender their personal info on Facebook -- Professors and students weigh in on grades -- Senior Mystery Trip ranks well with seniors -- Students offer suggestions for future SHU speakers -- Rave of the week: 'Twilight' book series considered to be a must-read -- He Said/ She Said... -- New NBC lineup features some familiar faces -- The 'Girls Next Door' …


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 16, Sacred Heart University Feb 2009

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 16, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Help comes 'Straight from the Heart' -- Pres. Cernera addresses University -- SHU housing vs. Eckart Street Apartments -- Web site redefines the way the world reads news -- Wall street rock star to speak of his stock sham -- Wildfires burn down under, students still safe abroad -- Student Safety: Alert system keeps SHU at ease -- Master's degree to be offered in nutrition, fall 2009 -- Chapel's construction works toward completion -- Letter to the editor -- He Said/ She Said... -- Grammy's leave audience buzzing weeks later -- Joaquin Phoenix checks out on the set …


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 15, Sacred Heart University Feb 2009

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 15, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Majora Carter spreads green color concept -- Spectrum leads way in fundraiser for local felines -- Suicide rates climb as economy plunges -- Timeline extended for American soldiers -- Campaign leaders join together as ONE -- Tuition vs. Economy: Prices still on the rise -- Gossip Web site shuts down, new one created -- Students sing winter blues, anticipate warm weather -- Rant of the week: Not-so-fair Career Fair for certain majors -- He Said/ She Said... -- He said "Forever," she cried out "Disturbia" -- "He's Just Not That Into You," ranks high with fans -- Poster …


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 14, Sacred Heart University Feb 2009

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 14, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Deadly wildfire blaze down under -- Students trek 22 miles carrying Catholic cross -- Australia wildfire death toll expected to pass 200 -- University print lab causes some frustration -- Steele hired to lead the republican party -- Off-campus criticism leaves students concerned -- Green in the classroom -- Love is abundant on campus, but funds are limited -- No date required on Valentine's Day, students say -- Rant of the week: Love is only expressed when a holiday is near -- He Said/ She Said... -- Tunes to make your heart skip a beat -- Does being …


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 12, Sacred Heart University Jan 2009

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 12, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Pitching phenoms fire up 'hot stove' at SHU -- Students witness historical inauguration -- Hawley Lounge among places that receive facelift -- Recession hits students harder over winter break -- Environmental activist to speak at SHU -- Television makes switch to digital -- Transfer students: Moving in and moving out -- Reconsidering the traditional New Year's Resolution -- Back home for break: students struggle with transition -- Rave of the week: Large crowd gathers to welcome new president -- He Said/ She Said... -- Idol's new image hits sour note with viewers -- AAR junior album should be …


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 9, Sacred Heart University Nov 2008

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 9, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Students sparked with election interest -- Dr. Cernera presented with annual Friar Award ---NASPA honors two SHU students -- Welch College of Business among Princeton Review’s top 296 schools --- Conflict in Congo ignites interest at Sacred Heart -- Public safety work to keep students protected --- Post-election, Hollywood speaks out -- Golda revamps Sacred Heart radio station -- Shuttles help car-less students get around town -- Lack of offense dooms Pioneers vs. Monmouth


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University Nov 2008

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Obama Wins 2008 Election -- Tuition Up, Economy Down -- Goodwin Set to Cap off Fall Lecture Series -- SHU and QU Students Feel Impact of Campus Crime -- CCJU library collection to be dedicated in Ryan-Matura library --- Wikipedia: Fact or Fiction -- Outpost Gets an Upgrade -- SHU Hosts Election Coverage Party -- Sacred Heart Revives Darien Art Gallery --- Brown’s injury overshadows Pioneer victory on Halloween --- XC teams finish in top three


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University Oct 2008

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Pioneers skate up victory -- community in uproar over student behavior -- SHU student hit by car -- Residential Life Searches for New RAs -- RAD Program Teaches Women Self-Defense -- Club OP: 18 to Enter; 21 to Drink at Outpost Pub, Friday Nightlife Keeps Students Entertained on Campus-- Local Outrage, Administration Works to Prevent Future Issues -- Public Safety Advises Caution to Community -- SHU Political Poll Results -- SHU's Top 10 Hottest Halloween Movies


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University Oct 2008

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Cleaning cut back in certain residence halls -- Journalists addresses ethical election issues -- Woman in the running: Round table discussion -- Army ROTC provides mental and physical challenges -- Memories of murdered Israeli teenagers survive -- Psychology professor aids Academy with NYC marathon -- Political Pedestals --Ratemyprofessors.com Rates well SHU -- Prescription for dangerous study habits -- Football suffers first loss to Albany -- Women's Volleyball sweeps NJIT --


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 5, Sacred Heart University Oct 2008

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 5, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Alumni return home to old stomping grounds -- University responds to issues regarding underage drinking -- Campus community celebrates -- Commonfund cuts college spending for time being: Schools find themselves freezing funds -- Voting deadline approaching, act fast -- Rave of the week: student I.D. card helps save money -- Five tips for the perfect first date-- Business majors take hit with faltering economy -- SHU cribs: Housing battle -- Men's ice hockey poised for big year --


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 4, Sacred Heart University Oct 2008

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 4, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Giuliani shares leadership theories -- Pedaling on patrol: Public Safety uses alternative transportation -- College students across the nation face higher suicide and depression rates --Choir members increase their participation by singing within congregation -- GE scholars program to encourage minority education -- From school sweats to body paint: SHU shows spirit -- Rant of the week: My fight with 'Senior Pub Night' -- Actor Paul Newman, 83, dies in Westport -- Pioneers defeat Marist --women's Volleyball beats CCSU for first time --


Spectrum, Volume 26, Issue 35, Sacred Heart University Apr 2008

Spectrum, Volume 26, Issue 35, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights: State archaeologist digs up history -- SHU's physical therapy program ranks first in Conn. -- The subprime crisis may be affecting students financially -- Attention milk lovers: the milk machine is coming back to FLIK -- Wellness fair challenges SHU to 'Spring Into Wellness'- Semel plans to work with terrorist experts in Israel -- Cost of living increases as standard of living decreases-- Phi Omega Tau to host AID’s Awareness Walk -- Student's sweat daily workout classes -- Giving back to the community -- Injuries hampering Pioneers’ season -- Baseball splits four-game series with Long Island --


Spectrum, Volume 26, Issue 30, Sacred Heart University Feb 2008

Spectrum, Volume 26, Issue 30, Sacred Heart University

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NFL head coach Tony Dungy speaks at SHU (photos) -- Record turnout for Spring Career Fair -- CJ masters program receives accreditation -- Students voice opinions on political front -- New season under way for campus Channel 3 -- Performance of ‘Dancing at Lughnasa’ in the Edgerton -- What does it take to be Mr. SHU? -- Student Life is searching for 2008 summer Orientation Leaders -- Jacquelin Bouthot set out for Zambia, working for the Mongu Branch of the Cheshire Home Society of Zambia -- Welch College of Business offers MBA for Liberal Arts, Science -- Men’s hoops drops …


Spectrum, November 15, 2007, Sacred Heart University Nov 2007

Spectrum, November 15, 2007, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Students take part in fund raiser -- Woodward declares state of denial -- Lecture series wins NASPA award -- Nationally recognized photographer speaks to students -- Pulitzer Prize winning play hosted by SHU players -- Wellness Center holds STD screening in Pitt Center -- Holidays spark a season of giving back -- ‘Tis the season to go to the movies -- Professor Taylor to showcase band in third benefit concert-- Men and women's basketball start the season with a loss -- Swimming continues record breaking season


Spectrum, November 8, 2007, Sacred Heart University Nov 2007

Spectrum, November 8, 2007, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: University donates to help troops -- -- Nu Epsilon Omega awarded mini-grant for cause -- Nationally renowned etiquette specialist to host dinner -- Faculty defines what it means to live in a just society -- Volunteer fair offers alternative opportunities for graduates -- CWC teaches to “Fear No Candidate” -- Money savvy: budgeting tips made easy -- He Said/ She Said... -- SHU Players get ‘Lost in Yonkers’ -- Senior class serves up midnight volleyball -- Women’s soccer reaches playoffs for seventh straight year


Spectrum, November 1, 2007, Sacred Heart University Nov 2007

Spectrum, November 1, 2007, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: University hosts parents weekend -- Bridgeport leaders discuss thoughts about health care -- Cemera hosts informational meeting about Chapel updates-- Tibetan monk discusses importance of meditation -- College of business named highly in Princeton Review -- Spring 'breaks' out early in November -- ‘Saw IV’ holds box office hostage -- Blackout for Britney -- Sopranos’ creator speaks on leaving viewers in the dark -- Men’s cross-country records best ever NEC finish


Spectrum, Volume 26, Issue 18, Sacred Heart University Oct 2007

Spectrum, Volume 26, Issue 18, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: “Fun Ride” fundraiser a success-- The Ryan-Matura Library gets revamped for fall semester -- Students learn how to help the aging population -- 2008 Presidential election generates discussion -- Sacred Heart community shows their support for injured -- WSHU host David Bouchier draws crowd for Sunday show -- Lifehouse invades the Pitt Center -- A new look makes the "PItt' center of attention -- Men’s and women’s cross country sweep meet at Fairfield Invitational -- Shubik, Brooks named men’s hoops captains


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 16, Sacred Heart University Feb 2007

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 16, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: ‘Building dreams one house at a time’ -- Destination: New Mexico, North Carolina and Florida -- Political survey will let SHU students speak out -- Alpha Sigma Psi takes on a new role and cause -- Time to get in shape on National Fitness Day -- Snow plowing and safety are a big concern on and off campus -- College acceptance is only getting more difficult for prospective students.


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 15, Sacred Heart University Feb 2007

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 15, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Big Red made sure the Pitt was packed -- Blood drive receives positive response-- Players team up with Physical Therapy program -- Gay marriage bill is center of controversy in Conn. -- Ready to rock ‘n’ roll -- Holy Havoc: a look at the Jewish festival of Purim -- Spanish website creates opportunities for SHU students -- President Bush pushes for a possible Pell Grant raise-- Robin Roberts to speak at Edgerton Center -- Student bands benefit El Salvador -- Excitement sparks creativity at Pitt poster contest-- Men’s basketball holds on for win-- Track Finishes second in NEC’s


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 13, Sacred Heart University Feb 2007

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 13, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Suspicious individual lurks at Oakwood -- Students relate to Rapp’s struggles and ‘Rent’ -- So, what’s the big deal about Big Red? -- Professors ‘love’ for subject matter an issue -- Ready. Set. Build? Construction of chapel questioned -- Safety is a top priority -- Students’ Reactions to the State of the Union Address -- O.A.R. performs on stage at Fairfield University's Alumni Hall -- Matt Libassi introduces Lights Out with Mike Harnois, a campus-wide television show being put into production this year -- Auditions held for new mascot -- Long Island Blackbirds marched onto the home floor …


Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 12, Sacred Heart University Jan 2007

Spectrum, Volume 25, Issue 12, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: What’s all the ‘Ruckus’ about? The future of downloading -- Left ‘out’ in the cold: SHU loses power -- U.I. responsible for equipment failure -- New cash registers: A step in the right direction? -- Ambassador Peter Terpeluk Jr. comes to campus -- Good Morning ‘Fairfield’: Robin Roberts to be guest speaker -- Bush sends more troops overseas to Iraq -- Goo Goo Dolls and Hinder coming to campus -- Tom Sartori and his band performed for a crowd of students in the Edgerton Theater -- Thoughts on chapel groundbreaking -- This week men’s basketball beat Robert Morris …


Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 19, Sacred Heart University Mar 2006

Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 19, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Victoria's "dirty" Secret -- Putting Katrina to bed -- Professor, class discuss war in Iraq on PBS -- Attention Seniors: What you need to know about the festivities -- Student Government enhances students experiences -- Spreading the gossip on newspaper tabloids -- He Said... She Said... -- Enough is enough about the WMDs -- Battle for Big Man on campus: Mr. SHU competition raffles off front row -- "ONEinSIX" will take hip-hop artist Reed to #1 on charts -- L.A. Confidential: Hollywood Scientology 101 -- SHU's Concert Choirs -- In memory of Bill Beutel, Eyewitness news anchor -- …


Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 18, Sacred Heart University Mar 2006

Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 18, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Poly-sci prof. runs for Conn. State Representative -- Women gather to speak on conquering struggles -- Students don't let students suffer from alcohol poisoning -- Where have all the teachers gone? -- Professional job-finders helping you find the perfect occupation -- Fear No People to end discrimination -- He Said... She Said... -- IMC brings Rock 'n Roll to SHU -- "Failure to Launch" takes off at the box office -- L.A. Confidential: Oscar loves his women -- Jerry Pinkney comes to SHU's annual art festival -- SHU's feelings towards a potential female president -- Internet privacy issues …


Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 17, Sacred Heart University Mar 2006

Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 17, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: It's a Celebration; Women's Hoops to NEC -- Students help with 'pushing back the wave' -- The future of the Psychology Department is the students -- FLIK staff is listening to student's concerns -- Grieving mother says amusement park rides should have ratings at Playland -- Conn. college applications eyed after SAT scoring errors -- Violent video game concerns local police stations -- Connecticut bishops pursuing stricter interpretation of abortion -- Former GE chief Welch to teach MIT course -- Stay on top of your upcoming housing selection -- He Said... She Said... -- No censorship in the …


Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 16, Sacred Heart University Mar 2006

Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 16, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Tiki Barber sneaks through SHU -- The Sacred Hearts for Hope need help to walk for a cure -- New Middle Eastern Studies Minor -- Spring Break Service: Sacred Heart Style -- Mock trial team teaches competition 'just how to debate' -- ATM problems trouble students -- Scholarships available for all students, all the time -- Family Feud over "How I learned to Drive" -- How to cope with midterm stress and anxiety -- He Said... She Said... -- Trials of the Performing Arts -- Pioneer Magazine seeks models -- Spring's almost here! Now, what to wear? -- …


Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 15, Sacred Heart University Feb 2006

Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 15, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: New campus of the near future -- Seniors taken out for a night of mystery in New Haven -- Career Fair paves the way for students -- Black Eyed Peas to Headline Spring Concert -- Contraception bill draws opposition from church -- Authorities say many teens at risk on social Web sites -- Merton and Seton hall residents annoyed by fire alarms -- He Said.. She Said... -- Real ID's lose their luster -- Hopes of gold is gone for Kwan -- L.A. Confidential -- First babies, now breakups: celebrity trends -- Know your rights when it comes …


Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 14, Sacred Heart University Feb 2006

Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 14, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Men's hockey joins a new battle -- Here she comes, Miss America -- Freshmen: Welcome to the family -- Senioritis: Not here, not now, not ever? -- Conn. eyes film industry to diversify economy -- Blind date victims aim to set world record in awkwardness -- MySpace: A new online star that isn't Google -- Trouble around popular hang outs worries students -- He Said... She Said... -- SHU Idol: Only the best survive -- Who brought it home: The 48th Annual Grammys -- L.A. Confidential -- Movie Review: "The New World" -- PetUnity.com: Sharing knowledge and passion …


Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 13, Sacred Heart University Feb 2006

Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 13, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Rat-race runs through Taft -- Put a bounce back in your step -- Vintage Bush -- Cell Ban -- Black History Month: Celebrating a diverse campus -- Hollywood, Conn. -- Letter to the Editor: Senior Outpost Pub nights -- He Said... She Said... -- LeBlanc's performance calls for encore -- SHUlebrities in the making -- L.A. Confidential: Hollywood's news source comes to SHU -- Rap Battle packs Pub -- Major fair: Decide what career path you will take -- Cupid's true love brought to you by Hallmark -- Creative expression can come in all forms -- Men's hoops …


Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 12, Sacred Heart University Feb 2006

Spectrum, Volume 24, Issue 12, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Sacred Heart University’s College of Business was officially named for the former Chairman and CEO of the General Electric Company, John F. Welch, Jr. --Former SHU student and football player and NYPD rookie officer Eric Hernandez is a victim of friendly fire, mistaken for an assailant --Poor turnout for Greek rush week --Online classes have become a recent trend for undergraduates --SHU Idol is back. The first half of Sacred Heart’s own singing competition was held last week --iPod craze becomes iPod nation --Sports: Amanda Pape earned her third NEC player-of-the week honors for the week ending Jan, …