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The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

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Letter to the Editor: RSA put heart, effort into Husky Hunt

November 7, 2007

To say the organizers of the Husky Heart "lacked heart" ("Husky Hunt exhausts, endangers students," Nov. 5) is not only inaccurate, but incredibly disrespectful. After all of the hours they spent in preparation, that statement is downright ridiculous. Whether you appreciated...

All Hail: Unknown thrower threatens DogHouse

November 6, 2007

Since my arrival on campus three years ago as a wide-eyed freshman with a love of hockey, I have done all I can to be a strong supporter of the men's team. I have attended nearly every home game since I started at Northeastern, and now, as a hockey broadcaster for WRBB, I attend...

Men’s Hockey: NU deals upset at No. 4 UNH

November 4, 2007

By Jonathan Raymond After a two-loss weekend to Maine, the Huskies entered this weekend with the daunting task of looking to bounce back against No. 4 New Hampshire. A 7-4 loss at Matthews Friday night didn't help matters, but a huge road win against the Wildcats in Durham,...

Symphony Market seeks extra hour

November 4, 2007

By Marc Larocque Northeastern imbibers will still need to walk a few more steps for a late-night snack. Symphony Market, a convenience store close to campus, was denied the right to extend its hours by the Zoning Board of Appeals at City Hall Tuesday. The board voted 4-3 against...

Concerts, clinics to celebrate Latin culture

November 4, 2007

By Gal Tziperman Lotan Berklee College of Music students, alumni, professors and famous musicians will perform and host clinics at Berklee's eighth annual Latin Culture Celebration, tomorrow through Thursday. Rosa Passos, a Brazilian Bossa Nova singer-songwriter, will kick...

Volleyball: Two-win weekend at home

November 4, 2007

By Jewel Della Valle It was Senior Night for captain Kira Batura Saturday, but the middle hitter was unable to play due to a torn ligament in her right foot. Batura, the only senior on the volleyball team, wielding crutches and a cast, was put on the court with the rest of...

Editorial: Cheering for the wrong team

November 4, 2007

Cheering is an essential part of any sporting event. It pumps up the players, gives spectators an outlet to actively participate and adds exponentially to the fun of the game. But for Northeastern sports fans, limits on cheering are headed their way. Athletics Director Peter...

Letter to the editor: Professor expresses hope for Israel, Palestine

November 4, 2007

In my course, Introduction to Arabic Culture, I employ a method of analysis that consists of three simultaneous approaches. The first is a critical examination of the culture's history and tradition. The second is a focus on the present state and manifestation of the contemporary...

Indie music concert series unifies local musicians

November 4, 2007

By Mike Devine Singer-songwriters Jenn Taranto and Jennifer Greer have a lot in common. Both are from New York. Both are trying to make it as independent artists in the music industry. And both share a vision of uniting indie musicians and their fans in the Boston music scene....

Men’s Soccer: Dominance at Parsons

November 4, 2007

By Andrew Parente The men's soccer team continued its dominance at home this year, recording victories over George Mason Friday and Towson yesterday at Parsons Field by scores of 1-0 and 2-0, respectively. Prior to the start of the Towson game Sunday, the Huskies honored their...

AIDS education through poetry

November 4, 2007

By Maggie Cassidy Carlos Andr'eacute;s G'oacute;mez showed there's more to HIV and AIDS education than just pamphlets. The award-winning poet and actor, who appeared in Spike Lee's "Inside Man" alongside Denzel Washington and on HBO's "Russell Simmons Presents Def Poetry,"...

Letter to the editor: Students’ response to fires insensitive

November 4, 2007

As I was reading The News last Friday, I was in shock as I read the article ("California blazes hit home, affect students," Nov. 1) on the recent California wildfires and some students' related comments online. Not only did I feel embarrassed for these students' comments, but...