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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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In sexuality, feminists find issues worth fighting for

February 28, 2006

For Blaire Gansman, the world is full of role models to live up to. The junior communications major said she draws experience from the images that surround her. "I definitely consider myself a strong person," she said. "I'm motivated, and I know what I want. I feel that...

Northeastern Crime Log

February 28, 2006

By Matthew J. Nielsen Crime Log entries are selected from Northeastern's Division of Public Safety reports. Tuesday, February 21 Noon A 19-year-old female student reported her purse stolen from her room in Speare Hall. It contained credit cards, a cell phone and $15. 1:30...

The hungry husky: Yummy reasons to celebrate everyday

February 28, 2006

By Mary-Eileen Gallagher This month, let us eat, drink and be merry! Seriously, we don't have to wait for St. Patrick's Day to celebrate life with food and (green) drink. So, carpe diem in the kitchen! Live life to the fullest - stomach, that is - and dream as if you'll...

Forks and Spoons: Post-breakup peace means sharing turf

February 28, 2006

My Ex is at large. When this former uprooted their whole life my freshmen year and moved out to Boston to be closer to me (that was a mistake), and settled into a four-bedroom apartment on Northeastern-infested Mission Hill, I was ecstatic. I was sharing my neighborhood -...

Husky Happenings

February 28, 2006

NU police investigating alleged rape on campus The Northeastern Police Department is investigating an allegation by a female student who reported yesterday morning that she was sexually assaulted on campus by an acquaintance. James Ferrier, associate director of Public Safety,...

Students balance making music, managing time

February 28, 2006

By Liz Ratto Musicians often dream of becoming household names and bona fide rock stars but, for students, a dedication to one's craft is something not to be taken lightly. Following that passion becomes a difficult balancing act between demanding school schedules and making...

SEXcapades

February 28, 2006

My guy friends (one friends in particular) have long extolled the virtues of intimate relations in less-than-intimate locales: an airplane bathroom, an elevator, a kitchen counter or the back of a car in a mall parking lot). Since I have had a similar experience, I can say with...

Player of the Week: Shawn James

February 28, 2006

As the men's basketball team, on a four game winning streak, prepare to leave for the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) tournament in Virginia, sophomore forward Shawn James is preparing the way he has for every other game this season. "It is all the same," he said. "We...

Nathanson humors afterHOURS

February 28, 2006

With a combination of thoughtful songwriting, skillful guitar playing and a truckload of expletives, Matt Nathanson rocked out at afterHOURS on Monday for the second time. "I remember loving [afterHOURS] because it gets all dark and feels like a '70s disco, like we should...

Spring synergy encourages group networking

February 28, 2006

By Jewel Della Valle Over 100 students from about 35 student groups attended a Mardi Gras/Spring Break-themed Student Group Synergy Monday night. Student Group Synergy was created by SGA in 2003 "as a way to get all student groups together

Freeland, students celebrate Mardi Gras

February 28, 2006

The scent of Cajun food, the sound of jazz horns and the throngs of students decked in green, gold and purple beads brought the spirit of New Orleans to life at Stetson East last night at the fourth annual President's Late Night Mardi Gras Breakfast. "It's something...

Designer turns oddities into global art

February 28, 2006

By Brian Benson Many people would not consider food labels, toys and cell phones works of art. But for Harmen Liemburg, these objects are the muse for masterpieces. "I'm always looking for inspiration in everyday life," he said. Liemburg, a graphic designer and artist...