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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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Shorty was the bomb, until we couldn’t bag her

December 3, 2002

BROOKLINE - It's sexy, understanding, and always puts you in a good mood no matter how you're feeling. Blocked again? Doesn't matter. Fail a midterm? It's all good. Missed a plane home for vacation? Just means more time to spend with my baby. Victory. You plan for it, expecting...

Underground Music

December 3, 2002

By Diana Dopfel Park Street in Boston is home to a myriad of street musicians. It is a bustling crossroad for the T, where the Green Line connects with the Red and Orange lines. As such, it is a place packed with commuters, students and tourists -- all serenaded by the sweet...

Dunkin’ Donuts finds a home at NU

December 3, 2002

By Emily Unsworth and Ann Livermore Every corner in New England is graced by Dunkin' Donuts' presence. By the beginning of winter quarter, the coffee franchise will find a new home in Shillman Hall. Dunkin' Donuts will be added in addition to the other fast food kiosks already...

Gibson carries Dogs

December 3, 2002

The Huskies got a chance to watch Robert DeNiro movies on the way back from New York. It was a weekend away from their families on Thanksgiving, but after a pair of victories, the Huskies didn't feel so bad. "It was nice," said Northeastern coach Bruce Crowder with a chuckle....

Download with care and caution

December 3, 2002

By Bryah Paley One of the most important things to Northeastern students is their internet connection. Some students had the plug pulled on this prized privilege. This has happened to students this year because they are unaware or choose to ignore the rules of ResNet, Northeastern's...

Heartbreak hotel

December 3, 2002

By Emily Werchadlo You've heard it all before. The man upstairs is taking advantage of the little guy, and the American public is turning a blind eye. Many artists try to force us into thinking that they are fighting for us, then charge $20 for their CD and $100 for decent seats...

Women’s track primed for another league championship

December 3, 2002

By Eric Creamer Opponents in the America East Conference might be tired of seeing the women's track team hoist up indoor track and field trophies, but they may have to deal with it again this winter. NU returns almost everyone from last year's championship squad, and it appears...

Northeastern Crime Log

December 3, 2002

Crime Log Entry of the Week Monday, Nov. 25 11:50 a.m. A female student in the Marino Center reported that a man had been following her around, standing near her and glaring at her. She said that this had happened on a number of occasions. As officers were talking with her,...

Lobos drain Huskies in a squeaker

December 3, 2002

By Max Lederman The last time fans saw the Northeastern men's basketball team, they suffered a 95-82 loss to Rhode Island at Matthews Arena. That was then; a few turkeys and some mashed potatoes later, the Huskies were handed a plate that was hard to swallow by the New Mexico...

Love is on the line

December 3, 2002

By Steve Babcock Sex, horizontal mambo, knockin' da boots, boink, grindin', nookie, quickie, pork and whoppee. No matter what you call it, sex can be an uneasy topic of conversation. While the university does offer a few programs to encourage safer sex, casual conversation...

A tale of two lives embodies men’s soccer captain

December 3, 2002

The Central Square T-stop area in Cambridge represents many things to many different people. A middle-class neighborhood with a blend of white-collar and blue-collar elements, it is also the origin of two stories from two different people. A young boy named Nat grew up in...

Hamsters ‘beef up’ steroid research

December 3, 2002

By Bradley Rosenberg The human race has often fantasized of rodents far superior to other rodents. Speedy Gonzalez was faster than the quickest of rats. Mighty Mouse was stronger than the most potent of mice. Now Northeastern's own Richard Melloni, an assistant professor of...