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Michele Morongell
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Eastern reactions to bin Laden’s death
As The Waltonian was being prepared for publication on Sunday, May 1, the news came in: Osama bin Laden, leader of the al-Qaeda organization and driving force of the 9-11 attacks, is dead. According to a statement by Pres. Barack Obama later that night, a small force of American soldiers descended upon Osama’s hiding place
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Jars of Clay comes to campus for tour
It is not every day that Eastern gets to host a well-known band, let alone a tour, but that very thing happened on April 17 when The Shelter Tour came to campus. Headlining the tour was Jars of Clay, a Christian band based out of Nashville, Tenn. Artists Matt Maher, Audrey Assad and Derek Webb
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How puppets threaten our country
You all know the drill. One of the first things you experience when you board an airplane is that infamous, informative video clip (and if you’re like me, you’ve probably wondered how well that seat cushion you’re sitting on actually does float). The video goes through everything from how to fasten your seat belt to
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Sexuality and the dance floor
Before you read any further, let me caution you: This article is about sexuality. If you haven’t already thrust your copy of the Waltonian into the nearest waste receptacle or run away screaming with your fingers clawing at your eyes, then by all means, venture forward. But don’t say I didn’t warn you. In my
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Student Government Association’s end-of-year report card
With the academic year drawing to a close, students are asking of their government: “What have you been up to this year?” The Student Government Association is made up of Eastern students who share the goal of bettering the lives of students at Eastern. According to SGA Executive Board President Timothy Wotring, “This year, SGA
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Dia Del Este still a success despite stormy weather
No amount of gray skies or torrential downpour can stop Eastern University students from having a good time. This was proved at the annual Dia Del Este festival two weeks ago, April 16-17. The weekend kicked off with a carnival at Hainer Hall, where students enjoyed cotton candy and carnival games such as balloon darts
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Government shutdown scare
The idea of a federal government shutdown may sound absurd, but it is only history repeating itself. In Dec. 1995, during former President Bill Clinton’s time in office, the federal government was shut down for 21 days. In the event that the fiscal year is over and a new government budget has not been
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Farewell Waltonian
Another year at Eastern has gone by, and what a year it has been. As finals begin and procrastination becomes habitual, I am reminded of what has happened since the beginning of Fall 2010, at least in regards to the Waltonian. The list is long and not without its major ups and downs. In fact,
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Thirsty for a good movie? Try “Water for Elephants”
“Water for Elephants” is an epic depiction of life on a travelling circus. The movie itself is quite the spectacle, showcasing life during the Depression and telling the story of a forbidden love—complete with trapeze artists, clowns, a toothless lion and, yes, an elephant. I have to admit I was wary about seeing “Water for
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