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The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

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Cell Phones Invading Personal Space

September 11, 2005

In today's increasingly responsive environement, cell phones are definitely the norm and not the exception anymore. Every single one of my friends have a cell phone and many of my professors give out their cell phone numbers to be contacted with instead of their office numbers...

Dukakis’ comments were extremely out of line

September 10, 2005

Dukakis' comments were extremely out of line Sunday night's "Remembering September 11" candlelight vigil ceremony had only one flaw: Michael Dukakis. The otherwise emotional vigil and remembrance service turned completely sour and political when Michael Dukakis spoke as the...

Students need to chill out

September 8, 2005

It seems recently there have been many letters regarding the scandalous "sex" section of the NU News, most of them (if not all) with negative connotations and tones. I for one do not mind the columns. I do not see what the big deal is. It is just harmless journalism. If...

Campus groups

September 7, 2005

This is a response to the article on campus groups rushing to take in students. every year the martial art groups struggle to claim a spot in the only place on campus able to support a program, Studio B in the marino. I myself have the job of president of the Judo club and over...

University Health and Counseling Services Center reopens in Forsyth

September 6, 2005

By Matthew Foster Whether it's the flu or pre-exam stress, the newly renovated University Health and Counseling Services Center (UHCS) has taken steps to ensure the ails of students can be cured. Now located in the Forsyth building, the center reopened its doors Aug. 30 after...

Letter to the editor: Stick a “fork” in raunchy Sex section

September 6, 2005

Your recent "sex" section, in the August 10 issue once again provided my friends and I with fodder for our bi-weekly discussion about its merits and faults. While some of my friends enjoy it and some ignore it completely, I try and search for a deeper meaning behind the pieces....

Fish food for thought

September 6, 2005

Imposter-freshman Matt Foster scoured the student center Tuesday night for free goods, and was most impressed by the AGAPE Christian Fellowship's scaly swag, he said. Apparently so were nearly 400 other students who stopped by to fill out a short survey in exchange for a goldfish,...

Defense the pressing issue for women’s soccer

September 6, 2005

By Jason Kornwitz It may be a clich

Commentary: Katrina response a man-made disaster

September 6, 2005

It is true some Americans consider the sad and devastating fate meted out to the refugees in New Orleans and other areas along the Gulf Coast to be a strictly "natural disaster," and therefore dislike left-wing "politicization" of the ongoing tragedy. The right-wing has also...

Orio’s fearless play at quarterback may be the answer

September 6, 2005

BROOKLINE - The quarterback was ready, even on the first drive of his collegiate career. There was a play to execute, and with just over two minutes into the first quarter, the timing was right. The call was set, the snap was perfect and the route for wide receiver Pat Graham...

Husky Happenings

September 6, 2005

Kerr Hall reopens after April explosion After a gas explosion last spring, Kerr Hall is now refurbished, improved and has become a desirable freshman housing option, said Ed Klotzbier, vice president for student affairs. "I think the residents who are assigned there really feel...

NU ranking improves, goal set for 2009

September 6, 2005

After moving into the top tier of universities last year, Northeastern continued its ascent in the U.S. News and World Report, moving up five places in the annual ranking of best colleges. The university is now placed at 115, moving closer to President Richard Freeland's ultimate...