February 2006

Variety of styles, tempos make Shakira’s Fijacion Oral Vol. 1 a worthwhile listen even for those who do not understand Spanish

Tapeworms and homosexuals. Someone once said that those two things are the most disgusting things on the planet. I admit that I laughed at the incredible insensitivity and political incorrectness of the comment, but it was not something I would say myself. But the truth is I do tend to lean pretty conservative on the

Come next fall, certain members of the Eastern community may end up seeing a lot more of junior Steve Barber. After a few auditions, Barber landed himself a significant role on the WB television show One Tree Hill. “It’s a huge dream of mine,” Barber said. “Thanks be to God it’s coming true.” Barber’s role

Federal aid for student loans is going down, interest rates are going up and grants are being created under a new law. As of July 1, the $40 billion Deficit Reduction Act, signed into law February 8, will put into effect $12.7 billion worth of cuts to student loans over the next five years. It

Abuse of privileges has caused a change of availability of the gym facility. Traditionally, Eastern’s policy for use of the gym was that the main gym area was to be used for athletic team activities only. This included practices and events. The recreational gym was to be used for everyone else and was open 24

At tbe SAB-sponsored coffeehouse on February 13, the Filberto Winkelstein Experience, composed of Brendon Krout (bunny) and Jared Krupp (dressed in gold) shared their musical talents with students.

President David Black addresses faculty, students and guests at the February 17 honors convocation. This year, only about 60 students were invited, rather than the entire school as in past years.

A drum circle celebrates the unseasonably warm weather. Groups of students often gather on Walton patio to play drums or just enjoy the music when it is warm.

Students In Free Enterprise is a nonprofit group with 15,000 clubs in over 40 countries-more than 800 in the U.S. Its goal is to educate through financial literacy programs. They work with after-school programs, teach adults financial literacy, and help citizens of third-world countries start and maintain businesses. SIFE is not religiously affiliated, so its