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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

Theatre Review: Play offers message to take with you

November 7, 2007

By Rachel Zarrell "You Can't Take it With You," the latest play being performed at the Studio Theatre, presents a refreshing mix of wholesome humor, fine acting and laughably old-fashioned values. The Pulitzer Prize-winning play pulls viewers into a strangely upbeat depression-era...

Husky Athletics: Players honored by CAA

November 7, 2007

By Jared Shafran This past weekend was busy for Northeastern athletics. Most Husky teams took a step in the right direction with wins. Volleyball kept up with the rest of the conference by winning both its games to remain in second place, football got its second win of the...

Column: Has ‘believability’ been pumped back into Husky athletics?

November 7, 2007

If only Northeastern could play New Hampshire every week, eh? Coming back from the trip up north, where our Huskies thoroughly demolished the Wildcats on the gridiron, coach Rocky Hager said, "[This was] one of the most rewarding wins I've had as a coach." Coming back...

Women’s Basketball: Healthy, ready to take court

November 7, 2007

By Daryl Velez Head coach Daynia LaForce Mann is entering her second year at the helm of Northeastern women's basketball, and is no stranger to turning teams around. She was part of a coaching staff at Long Island University that took its women's basketball program from last...

Men’s Basketball: ‘Looking to play our best’

November 7, 2007

By Andrew Parente Break out the hardwood, dust off the backboards and string up the nets. The start of Northeastern's basketball season is upon us. Last season, the Huskies welcomed new head coach Bill Coen from Boston College. Coen's first season was a successful one, as...

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...

Letter to the Editor: STD testing not free for all at NU

November 7, 2007

Have you ever had sex? "What!? Now hold on just one minute!" you sputter with indignation. "That's none of your business! Too personal! I'm still a virgin!" (Sure, if you say so). Nowadays, with all honesty, sexual activity is nothing to be ashamed of. Everybody's gettin'...

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...

Jewish films showcased

November 4, 2007

By Jeanine Budd The Boston Jewish Film Festival (BJFF) will deliver a mix of romantic, comedic and educational films to Boston through Nov. 15. During the festival, 40 different films are being shown at eight different venues from the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) to the AMC in...

Great Scott rocked

November 4, 2007

By Max Gelber The lights slowly dimmed as Atlanta's Manchester Orchestra took to the stage. Singer Andy Hull slowly stalked the microphone, opening the set alone, strumming his guitar and crooning the lyrics to "How I Waited," his voice cracking slightly. Manchester Orchestra...

‘Superman,’ ‘Thriller’ dances keep Bostonians in sync

November 4, 2007

By Cynthia Retamozo They are named after everything from comfort foods to superheroes and they are bringing people together in droves. Whether at a formal function or a college party, choreographed dances are sure to draw attention. Lately, "Superman" from the video for...

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,"...