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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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Hitting the ropes

February 24, 2004

By Bobby Hankinson After delivering the one-two punch to the boxing world, the "First Lady of Boxing" Jackie Kallen is ready to knockout flm audiences across the country. The story of her life as a boxing manager is being portrayed in the film "Against the Ropes." Kallen,...

Future of St. Ann’s in limbo

February 24, 2004

As part of the Boston Archdiocese's plan to reconfigure its parishes, St. Ann's University Parish on St. Stephen Street may close its doors. The church has already combined its services with St. Cecilia's Church, a nearby Roman Catholic parish, holding some services there...

Senators to elect SGA executive board

February 24, 2004

By Mike Naughton With the nominations set to take place on March 24 and elections on April 8, the Student Government Association (SGA) is preparing for a new executive board to take over. President Michael Romano and Vice President for Financial Affairs Michael Benson will...

‘Passion’ without compassion

February 24, 2004

"The Passion of the Christ" is the newest depiction of the story of Jesus Christ and the hours prior to his crucifixion. Directed and produced by Academy Award winning actor Mel Gibson, the film takes on a more detailed, graphic and violent version of the torture that is said...

Freeland defends his decision

February 24, 2004

This spring, student leaders have planned a joyous culmination to Springfest with a big concert in Matthews Arena featuring a major performer. I am keenly aware of the importance of this event as a celebration of the richness and excitement of student life at Northeastern. I...

Allen rips another record, America East

February 24, 2004

If Ahndraea Allen doesn't watch it, breaking records and winning championships will become as old hat as getting the mail. Or even worse, it could get as pedestrian as winning races for the superb Northeastern junior. Allen set her second school record of the season, and...

Rapid rhymer releases new record

February 24, 2004

By Bobby Hankinson The Guiness Book of World Records' World's Fastest Rapper, Twista, keeps the energy high with his fast-paced yet clear rhymes on his latest album, "Kamikaze." He also experiments with a slower flow on a few tracks, illustrating his versatility. Twista debuted...

NU splits weekend series with Maine

February 24, 2004

By Gayle Simone Maine scored three goals in the final six minutes of play to overcome a 2-0 deficit and handed Northeastern a 3-2 loss in a Hockey East matchup Saturday at Matthews Arena. Vicky Johnstone scored her first goal of the season with just 1:26 remaining in the game...

Overcoming obstacles, helping others

February 24, 2004

By Evans Erilus This is the conclusion of a three part series of two black students and their lives at Northeastern. There are a multitude of obstacles invovled with being a minority in the world of academia. The question is, where does the solution to these problems lie?...

Calendar

February 24, 2004

The Blackbury Lounge will be hosting an ongoing open mic event on the first and third Sundays of each month at the African-American Master Artists in Residency Program (AAMARP), at 76 Atherton St., Jamaica Plain. The next open mic night will be held on March 7. For more information,...

Judicial board put under the scope

February 24, 2004

By Sarah Metcalf Three students arrested on the night of the Super Bowl riots and 10 others identified through pictures on the Public Safety Division's Web site will soon sit in front of a board of judicial members, comprised of their peers, who will decide their fate. The...

NU cost rising – Reaction

February 18, 2004

By Michael Naughton With tuition for the 2004-05 academic year set to go up 4.5 percent, according to a senior administration official, some students voiced their concerns over the additional $576 they will be forced to pay each semester. The tuition increase is one portion...