by KELLI FONTENOT
Published March 25, 2009 in The Current Sauce
With Student Activities Board elections around the corner, some prospective representatives-at-large may face a conundrum concerning electronic promotion on the social networking Web site Facebook.
Marquis Montgomery, a senior Computer Information Systems major, is one of 30 NSU students running for a SAB rep-at-large position.
"I started an event on Facebook just to campaign and kind of get my name out there," he said. "That way, if somebody wanted to find out about my platform, they could just send me a message."
Last week, candidates applied for positions and received a set of campaign guidelines. One rule states that candidates who relied strictly on fliers and face-to-face campaigning must take down all signs that are within 50 feet of the polls on the day before the election. Failure to do so may result in disqualification and removal from the race.
But because there is currently no rule concerning the use of social media in the campaign, some students may encounter confusion when election day comes. Montgomery said he does not think the SAB executive board will require students to delete their Facebook events or groups on the day before the election.
"I don't think it applies to Facebook; I think it has to do more with the campaigning that's done on campus," Montgomery said.
Many students, though, access Facebook in on-campus computer labs. Some students use their cellular phones to check Facebook while in the Student Union. If the SAB decides to hold candidates responsible for electronic media's impact on voters on the day before the election, many of them may be disqualified from the race.
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Thursday, March 26, 2009
Students win at SAB Price is Right"
by KELLI FONTENOT
Published March 4, 2009 in The Current Sauce
The Student Activities Board showed students a glimpse of the ever-fluctuating economy last night with "The Price Is Right," an event modeled after the beloved television show.
SAB Secretary and Treasurer Eddie Higginbotham took command of the microphone at Tuesday's event, channeling the enthusiasm and charisma of a classic game show host. Higginbotham, a junior health and exercise science major, said he thought of Bob Barker while he was in the spotlight.
SAB Secretary and Treasurer Eddie Higginbotham took command of the microphone at Tuesday's event, channeling the enthusiasm and charisma of a classic game show host. Higginbotham, a junior health and exercise science major, said he thought of Bob Barker while he was in the spotlight.
Monday, March 2, 2009
Graf guides team through game of basketball, game of life
by KELLI FONTENOT
Published Feb. 11, 2009 in The Current Sauce
Jennifer Graf, Lady Demons basketball head coach, said she could only think of one thing she dislikes about coaching basketball.
"It's absolutely beautiful outside in July, and we have to sit in a gym that's about 40 degrees," she said. "I swear, it's freezing cold in there."
Whether she's relaxing on Sibley Lake or attempting to wakeboard, Graf definitely prefers being outside on sunny days.
Seeking refuge from Tuesday's rain in her office in Prather Coliseum, Graf said most of her outdoor adventures take place during the summer because she spends most of her time during the rest of the year focusing on work.
Graf, 30, is now in her fifth season as head coach for the Lady Demons.
Published Feb. 11, 2009 in The Current Sauce
Jennifer Graf, Lady Demons basketball head coach, said she could only think of one thing she dislikes about coaching basketball.
"It's absolutely beautiful outside in July, and we have to sit in a gym that's about 40 degrees," she said. "I swear, it's freezing cold in there."
Whether she's relaxing on Sibley Lake or attempting to wakeboard, Graf definitely prefers being outside on sunny days.
Seeking refuge from Tuesday's rain in her office in Prather Coliseum, Graf said most of her outdoor adventures take place during the summer because she spends most of her time during the rest of the year focusing on work.
Graf, 30, is now in her fifth season as head coach for the Lady Demons.
LOB pageant winner poised for next competition
by KELLI FONTENOT
Published Feb. 11, 2009 in The Current Sauce
Brittany Pippin, a freshman psychology major, said she never expected to win the title of Miss Northwestern Lady of the Bracelet.
"When they called my name, I just couldn't believe it," she said. "I still don't think it has really set in yet. It's such an honor."
Mandi Ridgdell, the 2008 Lady of the Bracelet, crowned Pippin Saturday at the 2009 LOB pageant in A. A. Fredericks auditorium. Pippin will receive a full scholarship to Northwestern State and will represent the university at the Miss Louisiana pageant in Monroe this spring.
Published Feb. 11, 2009 in The Current Sauce
Brittany Pippin, a freshman psychology major, said she never expected to win the title of Miss Northwestern Lady of the Bracelet.
"When they called my name, I just couldn't believe it," she said. "I still don't think it has really set in yet. It's such an honor."
Mandi Ridgdell, the 2008 Lady of the Bracelet, crowned Pippin Saturday at the 2009 LOB pageant in A. A. Fredericks auditorium. Pippin will receive a full scholarship to Northwestern State and will represent the university at the Miss Louisiana pageant in Monroe this spring.
SGA bill deemed unconstitutional
by KELLI FONTENOT
Published Feb. 4, 2009 in The Current Sauce
After weeks of deliberation, the NSU Supreme Court voted Tuesday that the lowering of executive board scholarships was unconstitutional.
A section of the Student Government Association constitution - Article 4, section 4, letter B - was deemed invalid and will remain as such until students have the opportunity to vote on the status of the executive board scholarships in the spring.
NSU Supreme Court Chief Justice Kyle Domangue and Justice Austin Jesmore headed up the hearing. Jesmore explained that the bylaw clearly violates Article 9, Section 1, part D of the constitution, which states that a two-thirds vote is required for all bills except those concerning the media board and the executive board scholarship.
Published Feb. 4, 2009 in The Current Sauce
After weeks of deliberation, the NSU Supreme Court voted Tuesday that the lowering of executive board scholarships was unconstitutional.
A section of the Student Government Association constitution - Article 4, section 4, letter B - was deemed invalid and will remain as such until students have the opportunity to vote on the status of the executive board scholarships in the spring.
NSU Supreme Court Chief Justice Kyle Domangue and Justice Austin Jesmore headed up the hearing. Jesmore explained that the bylaw clearly violates Article 9, Section 1, part D of the constitution, which states that a two-thirds vote is required for all bills except those concerning the media board and the executive board scholarship.
Monday, February 2, 2009
Judicial hearing delayed
By KELLI FONTENOT
Published Jan. 28, 2009 by The Current Sauce
Published Jan. 28, 2009 by The Current Sauce
A technicality forced SGA Chief Justice Kyle Domangue to push back the date for a hearing about the constitutionality of the controversial executive board scholarship bill.
As required by the SGA constitution, Domangue must submit a letter detailing the time, location and subject of such a hearing to everyone whose name is on the bill.
Domangue sent letters to many members of the SGA - including President Cody Bourque - but failed to send it to Dean of Students Chris Maggio.
"That's my fault, and I'll take responsibility for that," Domangue said.
Bill FA08-030 reduced the scholarships of the executive board by a substantial amount.
The president receives $3,000, the vice president $2,000 and the treasurer $1,000 per semester according to the legislation.
But some members of the SGA, including Austin Jesmore, argue that the bylaw is in violation of Article 9, Section 1, part D of the constitution, which states that a two-thirds vote is required for all bills with the exception of a vote concerning the media board and the executive board scholarship.
These two exceptions require a student body vote of approval, according to that section of the constitution.
As required by the SGA constitution, Domangue must submit a letter detailing the time, location and subject of such a hearing to everyone whose name is on the bill.
Domangue sent letters to many members of the SGA - including President Cody Bourque - but failed to send it to Dean of Students Chris Maggio.
"That's my fault, and I'll take responsibility for that," Domangue said.
Bill FA08-030 reduced the scholarships of the executive board by a substantial amount.
The president receives $3,000, the vice president $2,000 and the treasurer $1,000 per semester according to the legislation.
But some members of the SGA, including Austin Jesmore, argue that the bylaw is in violation of Article 9, Section 1, part D of the constitution, which states that a two-thirds vote is required for all bills with the exception of a vote concerning the media board and the executive board scholarship.
These two exceptions require a student body vote of approval, according to that section of the constitution.
Friday, December 26, 2008
Teachers team up for new film theory concentration
by KELLI FONTENOT
Published Dec. 3, 2008 by The Current Sauce
English majors at NSU can concentrate in folklife and southern studies, professional writing, literature - and now, film theory.
The Curriculum Review Council just approved the new film theory concentration, which will provide students with the opportunity to study and analyze aspects of classic and contemporary cinematography.
Allen Bauman and Andy Crank, two English professors at NSU, conceived the idea of a concentration, as well as a Classic and Unseen Cinema series that will be open to the public.
Published Dec. 3, 2008 by The Current Sauce
English majors at NSU can concentrate in folklife and southern studies, professional writing, literature - and now, film theory.
The Curriculum Review Council just approved the new film theory concentration, which will provide students with the opportunity to study and analyze aspects of classic and contemporary cinematography.
Allen Bauman and Andy Crank, two English professors at NSU, conceived the idea of a concentration, as well as a Classic and Unseen Cinema series that will be open to the public.
Monday, November 24, 2008
YouTube users share unique views
by KELLI FONTENOT
Published Nov. 5, 2008 by The Current Sauce
Some NSU students and on-campus groups are realizing the possibilities provided by technology and YouTube.com.
YouTube is home to millions of videos - from episodes of beloved '90s cartoons to up-to-the-minute election coverage - posted from locations all over the world, including Natchitoches.
While many NSU students use YouTube as a tool for finding music videos and episodes of their favorite TV shows, some students have uploaded their own videos of silly skits to the site.
Published Nov. 5, 2008 by The Current Sauce
Some NSU students and on-campus groups are realizing the possibilities provided by technology and YouTube.com.
YouTube is home to millions of videos - from episodes of beloved '90s cartoons to up-to-the-minute election coverage - posted from locations all over the world, including Natchitoches.
While many NSU students use YouTube as a tool for finding music videos and episodes of their favorite TV shows, some students have uploaded their own videos of silly skits to the site.
Monday, November 3, 2008
ROTC cadets strive to meet goals
by KELLI FONTENOT
Published Oct. 29, 2008 in The Current Sauce
Leanne Taylor, a sophomore psychology major, stretched her legs one Tuesday morning before a two-mile run test, keeping her muscles active for the brisk jog ahead.
Running won't be a huge part of her work after college - she plans to fly helicopters for active duty in the Army - but she said she appreciates the chance to stay in shape. She takes regular physical fitness tests to maintain her Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) scholarship requirements.
The Army ROTC elective curriculum at NSU prepares students to be commissioned as officers in the military once they graduate.
Published Oct. 29, 2008 in The Current Sauce
Leanne Taylor, a sophomore psychology major, stretched her legs one Tuesday morning before a two-mile run test, keeping her muscles active for the brisk jog ahead.
Running won't be a huge part of her work after college - she plans to fly helicopters for active duty in the Army - but she said she appreciates the chance to stay in shape. She takes regular physical fitness tests to maintain her Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) scholarship requirements.
The Army ROTC elective curriculum at NSU prepares students to be commissioned as officers in the military once they graduate.
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Mystery shoppers stake out Sodexo
By KELLI FONTENOT
Published Oct. 1, 2008 by The Current Sauce
Students in Vic's who appear to be casually working on their homework might actually have something more mysterious up their sleeves.
Sodexo general manager Vance Howe teamed up with the Student Government Association this week to collect constructive criticism and comments that may improve students' campus dining experience.
The program will start this week if Howe can find at least two students willing to participate in his new "Mystery Shopper" program.
Published Oct. 1, 2008 by The Current Sauce
Students in Vic's who appear to be casually working on their homework might actually have something more mysterious up their sleeves.
Sodexo general manager Vance Howe teamed up with the Student Government Association this week to collect constructive criticism and comments that may improve students' campus dining experience.
The program will start this week if Howe can find at least two students willing to participate in his new "Mystery Shopper" program.
Orchestra off to dynamic start
By KELLI FONTENOT
Published Oct. 1, 2008 by The Current Sauce
Audience members settled into their chairs in Magale Recital Hall Thursday night as Douglas Bakenhus, the Northwestern Symphony Orchestra conductor, prepared backstage for the first concert of the semester.
Onstage, his hands floated over the detailed score on his music stand, keeping time for the students with a precise inner metronome.
Behind the energetic conductor is a man who takes the historic significance of his song selections into consideration, making every movement meaningful.
The concert included several classical pieces, including Gioacchino Rossini's "Overture: The Barber of Seville," Giovanni Bottesini's "Duo Concertant on themes from 'The Puritans,'" and Ludwig van Beethoven's 7th symphony.
Published Oct. 1, 2008 by The Current Sauce
Audience members settled into their chairs in Magale Recital Hall Thursday night as Douglas Bakenhus, the Northwestern Symphony Orchestra conductor, prepared backstage for the first concert of the semester.
Onstage, his hands floated over the detailed score on his music stand, keeping time for the students with a precise inner metronome.
Behind the energetic conductor is a man who takes the historic significance of his song selections into consideration, making every movement meaningful.
The concert included several classical pieces, including Gioacchino Rossini's "Overture: The Barber of Seville," Giovanni Bottesini's "Duo Concertant on themes from 'The Puritans,'" and Ludwig van Beethoven's 7th symphony.
RSO emphasizes equality, discourages discrimination
By KELLI FONTENOT
Published Sept. 24, 2008 by The Current Sauce
Lambda, a Gay-Straight Alliance and recognized student organization at NSU, encourages students to seek comradeship and acceptance. Lambda welcomes people of all sexual orientations, and membership in the group is not reserved only for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender students.
Lambda president Larrie King Jr., a graduate student working toward his master's in graphic design, said the group wants to make a statement on campus this semester.
"We're still a new organization and we're trying to figure out how to do the things that we want to do on campus, but basically, we'd like to try and raise awareness and tolerance for the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender community, as well as other groups of people that receive a lot of negativity in general from other students," King said.
Published Sept. 24, 2008 by The Current Sauce
Lambda, a Gay-Straight Alliance and recognized student organization at NSU, encourages students to seek comradeship and acceptance. Lambda welcomes people of all sexual orientations, and membership in the group is not reserved only for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender students.
Lambda president Larrie King Jr., a graduate student working toward his master's in graphic design, said the group wants to make a statement on campus this semester.
"We're still a new organization and we're trying to figure out how to do the things that we want to do on campus, but basically, we'd like to try and raise awareness and tolerance for the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender community, as well as other groups of people that receive a lot of negativity in general from other students," King said.
Guest actor receives standing ovation after 'Miracle Tomato'
By KELLI FONTENOT
Published Sept. 10 by The Current Sauce
"Miracle Tomato," an original play by Connecticut native Jessica Cerullo, drew a responsive crowd to the A.A. Fredericks auditorium Saturday night. Her poetic play shed light on the tomato's journey through history, as well as its many connections to everyday life.
The play's main character, Angelina Agnoloti, abandons her family's pizzeria and takes it upon herself to educate the people of America about a very misunderstood subject. For far too long, Angelina explains, people have looked at the tomato as an unassuming vegetable - yes, a vegetable.
Published Sept. 10 by The Current Sauce
"Miracle Tomato," an original play by Connecticut native Jessica Cerullo, drew a responsive crowd to the A.A. Fredericks auditorium Saturday night. Her poetic play shed light on the tomato's journey through history, as well as its many connections to everyday life.
The play's main character, Angelina Agnoloti, abandons her family's pizzeria and takes it upon herself to educate the people of America about a very misunderstood subject. For far too long, Angelina explains, people have looked at the tomato as an unassuming vegetable - yes, a vegetable.
'The River' landlocked
By KELLI FONTENOT
Published Sept. 4, 2008 by The Current Sauce
The River Campus Ministry, a collegiate group associated with The River interdenominational church, scheduled its second annual Riverboat Outreach - a social session for students, complete with free food and riverboat rides - for last Saturday. This year, the event hit an unexpected snag.
Published Sept. 4, 2008 by The Current Sauce
The River Campus Ministry, a collegiate group associated with The River interdenominational church, scheduled its second annual Riverboat Outreach - a social session for students, complete with free food and riverboat rides - for last Saturday. This year, the event hit an unexpected snag.
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