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Hurricanes Blowout Canadians

Angela Hope, Sports Editor
March 31, 2011

I had the unique opportunity to watch a Hurricanes game last night. I’ve never been much of a hockey fan. Basketball has always been my heart and soul. I thought there could not be much to this sport. Boy was I wrong. The first seconds of the game start, and already it is exciting. The atmosphere... Read more »

Holy Communion: A College Student’s Perspective

Molly Williams, Writer
March 28, 2011

Last Tuesday, students and faculty who gathered in the Omwake-Dearborn Chapel for campus worship partook in the sacrament of Holy Communion. Since I wrote last week about what the Lenten Season means to me, I thought I would explain another religious sacrament that is important to Christians throughout... Read more »

Dolly, Never Go Away

Jade Hamdan, Writer
March 28, 2011

SOMEWHERE IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA. It’s the start of Spring Break and I have been waiting for the train conductors to call for my stop so I can finally begin my week of lazy days on the couch. As I am sitting here I couldn’t help but notice all of the trees that we have been transient for the past six... Read more »

Stress Fest

Jarrett Murphy, Writer
March 28, 2011

The Catawba College community finally had a stress free day, thanks to Stress Fest 2011. On March 24, students got a chance to participate in stress relieving activities and enjoy some healthy food and treats. When students walked into the doors of the student center, they got the chance to when some... Read more »

Dr. Sinnott Suprised at Arrowhead Reading

Lizzle Davis, Writer
March 28, 2011

On Sunday, March 27, 2011, the Catawba College English Department hosted this year’s annual Arrowhead Reading and Reception.  The Arrowhead is Catawba’s bi-annual literary magazine.  The event took place in the Center for the Environment, Room 319, at 7:00 pm.  The event opened with general announcements... Read more »

A Sweet Southern Treat

Lori Hamrick, Writer
March 28, 2011

Chesscake brownies have always been a staple in my family. Any time we’re told to bring a dessert, we make these. They are really rich and sweet, with just the right amount of chocolate. You’ll need: Oven Electric mixer Microwave 13×9 glass pan Mixing bowl Small bowl Spatula non-stick... Read more »

Spring Fever

Erica Smith, Writer
March 28, 2011

It’s time to break out the sunglasses and flip flops for the warmer weather. The first official day of spring was March 20 and the Catawba campus is already showing evidence of spring fever. Students are laying out in the sun, throwing frisbees, and walking through the blossom-filled trees to class. March... Read more »

Early College Day

Brandi Cockerham, Writer
March 28, 2011

This past Friday, the campus of Catawba College may have seemed a little bit more congested than usual. This would be because nearly 100 students and teachers from a local early college program came to visit the college that morning. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College offers what is called “Early College”... Read more »

Dean’s List Reception

Sean Fontaine, Writer
March 28, 2011

This past Wednesday marked a significant point in the semester as Catawba held a reception at the President’s house honoring students who made the Dean’s List. Requirements for this distinction include a minimum of 15 credit hours attempted during the fall semester with a minimum 3.5 GPA. Dr. Turner,... Read more »

Highland Tech Football

March 28, 2011