Monthly Archives: September 2009
Beacon Opinion: Fighting fire with faith
By Samone Davis Contributing Writer 1 Peter 5: 8-10 “Be self controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in faith, because you know that your … Continue reading
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Beacon Opinion: You call yourself a ‘reporter’?
By Jen Herring Contributing Writer With the recent outburst of “oh so humble” Kanye West at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards and the brief on-camera dispute between boxers Floyd “Money” Mayweather and Shane Mosley during post-fight interviews, the media … Continue reading
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Beacon Opinion: Oink, oink: I’m on the prowl
By Evelyn Ticona Features Editor On Friday, April 24 I was babysitting when CNN had the first images of civilians and the police wearing masks in Mexico City’s main square. “Breaking News! Swine flu virus has killed at least 68 … Continue reading
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Beacon Sports: AFC once again NFL’s strongest conference
By Clint Longenecker Contributing Writer This week’s preview is the first of two installments that will first give a rundown for the American Football Conference, followed by next week’s National Football Conference preview. America’s favorite sport is back and bigger … Continue reading
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Beacon Sports: New fitness classes added at Greene Complex
By Jocelyn Martinez Contributing Writer Looking for an alternative to your boring workout? Palm Beach Atlantic University has added several exciting options to the group fitness class schedule. New classes include Yoga, Total Body Force and Zumba. All programs are … Continue reading
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Beacon Sports: International student aims for championship
By Samone Davis Contributing Writer Freshman Rashida Robinson of the Palm Beach Atlantic University women’s tennis team is hoping to make her impact this year. Robinson, from the Bahamas, was recruited and offered an athletic scholarship to be a part … Continue reading
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Beacon Features: A look at ‘The Great Reverse’
By Nicholas Murray Contributing Writer From the documentary film-makers of the “Nomad” series comes a new documentary known as “The Great Reverse.” This film details the experiences of nine young men and women who, guided by the love and influence … Continue reading
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Beacon Features: Carousel Can Can Cafe earns 10 out of 10
By Evelyn Ticona Features Editor A new restaurant at CityPlace has captivated its customers with its unique decoration, great service and phenomenal food: Carousel Can Can Café. Following its opening about a month ago on the second floor of CityPlace, … Continue reading
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Beacon Features: Francis Chan’s crazy love
By Michele Kappas Contributing Writer With Christival having finished this past week, many students probably still want to know more about the keynote speaker, Francis Chan. Who is he? How did he end up being a pastor preaching to large … Continue reading
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Beacon News: QI grant process begins
By Jennifer Rodino Contributing Writer For those interested in research, Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Quality Initiative Research Grant program provides students and faculty with those means. The 2010 grant application process is currently under way, and many have already applied. … Continue reading
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Beacon News: S.A.L.S.A. spices up Hispanic Heritage Month
By Christopher Hernandez Contributing Writer Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Spanish and Latin Student Association, or S.A.L.S.A., is starting the year off strong with Hispanic Heritage Month. S.A.L.S.A. was founded seven years ago and has seen its share of ups and … Continue reading
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Beacon News: Swine flu hits South Florida
By Luther Hollis Opinion Editor As the wave of H1N1 virus — commonly known as swine flu — continues to spread, Palm Beach County residents have become even more attentive to related news and ideas for prevention of the disease. … Continue reading
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Supplies needed to help underprivileged children
The Workship office is looking for supplies to help inner city children in Rosemary Village. Among the items needed are deodorant, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, combs, hair ties, belts and socks. The children, aged from about 5 to 12, are … Continue reading
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There will be less H1N1 vaccines than expected
The World Health Organization (WHO) had predicted that companies would have the capacity to produce 5,000 million doses per year. Ensuring that poor countries receive adequate doses of flu vaccine will also be a challenge because wealthier nations have already … Continue reading
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Submit your ‘Overheard’ comments!
We like to kick each weekend off right, and that means that it’s time for Overheard Fridays. If you’re walking along and hear something completely absurb, hilarious or just blantantly weird, e-mail it to the Beacon Blog at beacon@pba.edu. Every … Continue reading
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Donate blood today!
The Blood Bus (as we here at the Beacon like to call it) is parked in front of the Lassiter Student Center by the Rinker Green from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. today. Take some time out of your schedule … Continue reading
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Beacon Opinion: Do you need to let go of the wheel?
By Samone Davis Contributing Writer Jeremiah’s Prayer: “I know, O Lord, that a man’s life is not his own; it is not for him to direct his steps. Correct me, Lord, but only with justice — not in your anger, … Continue reading
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Beacon Sports: Sailfish volleyball seeks improvement
By Jose Bautista Contributing Writer Palm Beach Atlantic University’s volleyball team is full of ambition this year and plans to do some amazing things. The team, which had a 10-21 record last season, feels it has improved in certain areas … Continue reading
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Beacon Sports: Men’s soccer has experience, potential
By Kyle Beck Contributing Writer The Palm Beach Atlantic University Sailfish men’s soccer team is coming off a successful 13-7-1 record last season in which they reached the NCCAA national tournament. “The expectations for the team are very high,” said … Continue reading
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Beacon Sports: Gators lead this season’s football talent
By Clint Longenecker Contributing Writer With colleges starting classes over the past few weeks, it’s time for everyone’s favorite collegiate sport: college football. It has been a long off-season with many coaching changes and plenty of headlining players moving on … Continue reading
