I’ve been most fortunate to be able to leave the country many times and see many things this year, and one thing that I always find myself having to explain, as an American, is why we don’t like football (or soccer as it s better known here). I usually follow […]
Month: October 2010
Medal of Honor Review
Once standing as the definitive shooter experience, the “Medal of Honor” franchise has been overshadowed by the “Call of Duty” juggernaut in the past couple of years. For this franchise reboot, EA took the series away from its WWII roots and put it into modern combat. EA is desperately trying […]
Roasted, salty pumpkin seeds a crunchy treat
Ingredients: A pumpkin, preferably a medium or large one Olive oil or non-stick cooking spray Salt Directions: Cut open your pumpkin and pick out all the seeds; an efficient way is scooping them out with a large metal spoon. The pumpkin’s pulp and strings will make this a messy […]
Discussion of Mystery Stories and Mystery Writing at NEIU
Working-class, mystery writer Tim Sheard visited Northeastern Illinois University to share thoughts on publishing and storytelling. Teachers and students enjoyed an evening with him on October 19 in the Golden Eagles room. Timothy Libretti, Professor of English and Women’s Studies and also the host of the evening, introduced Sheard to […]
Staff Spotlight: Professor Ron B. Mace (CMT)
Professor Ron B. Mace is, without a doubt, one of the greatest professors that Northeastern Illinois University has to offer. Professor Mace has been apart of the NEIU staff for thirteen years, and within that time, he has changed the lives of many students. Mace was born in the […]
Addressing the Chicago Police Department Shortage
The Chicago Police Department currently faces a 2,300 officer shortage daily. Based on FBI crime statistics, the website neighborhoodscout.com stated that two of the 25 most dangerous neighborhoods in the country hail from the Windy City. Chicago Police Department officers have been shot and killed both on and off duty […]
Faculty and Staff vs. Administration
What will happen to students if faculty and staff go on a strike? Raises in administration’s salaries disturbed the faculty of Northeastern Illinois University, who haven’t had a raise in nearly three years. Along with this, newly accepted freshmen of NEIU will have to pay the severe tuition hike. […]
NEIU Unveils the Center for Science Engagement
After two years of trials and tribulations, Thursday, Sept. 23 marked the ribbon cutting of the Student Center for Science Engagement in SCI -247, which is the center for community in the science department, and brought joy to the face of Stephanie Levi, the center’s coordinator, as she began her […]
The Absolute Truth: A Lecture by Swami Mukundananda
Leading a provocative approach to science and spirituality, Swami Mukundananda, a renowed spiritual teacher and founder of the system of Jagadguru Kripalu Yog from India, held a captive audience during his lecture Wednesday, October 13 in the Golden Eagles room at Northeastern Illinois University. His overall message of “the absolute […]
Act One Scene One: Corporate Education
Current negotiations between faculty and administration have cast an underlying haze that is emerging into the foreground of many people’s minds in the NEIU community. The exact details and conclusions of such tensions are yet to be seen, however, the immediacy of the situation is being felt as the culture, […]