Monthly Archives: March 2010
Happy April Fools Day!
On page 8 of our March 29 issue, we’ve played a little prank on PBA. Where you would normally find a photo essay and the Looks page, you instead have three Onion-esque takes on PBA life. These stories are fictional … Continue reading
Warren set to speak for Founders’ Day
By Anna Zetterberg Assist. Managing Editor Tuesday could be your last chance to soak up the wisdom of a man who has had more impact on your life than you may realize. Dr. Donald E. Warren, one of Palm Beach … Continue reading
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Cancer cluster affects animals
By Kristina Webb Copy Editor Acreage resident Gail Bass never expected what she saw from her window about five months ago. The creature perched on her bird feeder looked like a squirrel, but it was covered in tumors. “It was … Continue reading
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Welcome Spring!
Channel 5 meteorologist explains the cold weather that plagued South Florida By Michael Noble Contributing Writer Florida residents can finally put away their sweatshirts and jump into a bathing suit for a warm and welcome spring. The winter solstice ended … Continue reading
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PBA professor talks ‘Danny Gospel’
By Kyle Beck Contributing Writer David Athey’s students at Palm Beach Altantic University have more than one reaon to listen when he talks about writing. Athey is not only a professor, but also a published novelist. An English and creative writing … Continue reading
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Runway, camera… Fashion!
By Jen Herring Contributing Writer Silk, shimmer and sky-high stilettos dominated the runway during the 12th Annual Miami International Fashion Week. About 700 people, including press, buyers and audience members came out to support designers from all over the world … Continue reading
Eating well matters
Certain foods save money and improve health By Anna Zetterberg Assist. Managing Editor Your health may be one of the last things you worry about until you get sick. You’ve got more important things to worry about … right? Actually, … Continue reading
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PBA pitcher sets records
By Jocelyn Martinez Contributing Writer All serious athletes know the adage “practice makes perfect.” Dedication, hard work and persistence will always help in the long run — just as they have for Palm Beach Atlantic University’s senior softball pitcher, Ashley … Continue reading
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Sailfish baseball beats Sharks 8-0
By Kyle Beck Contributing Writer The Palm Beach Atlantic University baseball team easily handled Nova Southeastern University Wednesday night, beating the Sharks 8-0. Sophomore pitcher Logan Thomas provided a dominant pitching performance to lead the Sailfish to their ninth win … Continue reading
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Listen up!
and other ways to communicate effectively during those sticky situations By Ashley Duchesneau Contributing Writer If you’ve ever backed down unassertively from someone who mistreated you or lashed out uncontrollably against someone who meant you no harm, you know: Talk … Continue reading
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Jupiter drug treatment center seeks funding
By Ashley Duchesneau Contributing Writer The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office reports there were 300 drug overdoses in 2008, one every 27 hours. Seeking to address that problem, Jupiter officials have approved plans for a $3.8 million substance abuse treatment … Continue reading
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Families seek federal assistance for cancer cluster
By Kristina Webb Copy Editor A map covered the wall of a guest bedroom on the first floor of Jennifer Dunsford’s house. Although not updated since December, the map looked as though it had a horrible case of the chicken … Continue reading
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Two languages, one God
By Lindsay Caban Contributing Writer This spring break, a team of 10 Palm Beach Atlantic University students went to Havana, Cuba, and stayed at a local church. We participated in a construction project for a church sanctuary that one of … Continue reading
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How great is our God
By Michele Kappas Contributing Writer Psalm 46:1-4: “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its … Continue reading
Intramurals pump up athletes and fans
The intramural basketball season wrapped up right before Spring Break, while intramural soccer kicked off March 15. By Clint Longenecker Contributing Writer The week prior to Spring Break meant something more to Palm Beach Atlantic University students than just midterms … Continue reading
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Opinion: Tebow can succeed in NFL
By Kyle Beck Contributing Writer With the NFL draft approaching, there is one topic that just won’t seem to go away and that is Tim Tebow. Everything about the guy is captivating in some way, whether you love him or … Continue reading
Can you find love with someone physically different from you?
By Jennifer Rodino Features Editor A high heel can tell you a lot about a person. Not only is a pair of high heels a fashion statement, but it also has personality and class. For me, in addition to completing … Continue reading
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Beauty is in the eye of the Web
By Lynn Pierre Contributing Writer Whatever happened to the expression, “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder?” Last time I checked, God had created everyone in his image, so we are beautiful inside and out. BeautifulPeople.com has changed those … Continue reading
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Love is not just a click away
By Nick Papa Contributing Writer “You’ll never guess what your sister did this time,” said my mom’s annoyed voice in a message left on my phone last spring. That afternoon, my mom was perplexed upon finding an e-mail from an … Continue reading
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Three degrees of communication
How do you make sure ideas don’t get lost in translation? By Tyann Mullen Contributing Writer It is 6 o’clock and you’ve just finished getting ready for your date. You sit down to watch some TV while you wait for … Continue reading
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