Commuter Student Services, located in room 105 of Davidson Hall, is set up to service the needs of the 17,000 students who commute to the University of Louisville everyday. The facility offers a computer lab, a lounge with sofas and a TV, and tables for studying or eating.
American culture has an obsession with celebrities. It's not anything new, and it's not going away. I suppose it's only natural, as these people bring to life the characters and songs and ideas that we enjoy so much; in short, they entertain us. Celebrity news has never caught my fancy, but I wouldn't begrudge others their interests; I watch grown men in matching uniforms and count the number of times they can successfully throw a rubber ball through an orange hoop.
Intramural basketball is yet another thriving activity "happening" at the University of Louisville. The number of teams has jumped from 73 last spring to 87, even better than the improvement of only three teams in the spring of 2006. While the number of teams is increasing, the intramural department has had difficulty finding referees to officiate all of the games.
Our university apparently no longer "Dares to Be Great." It appears we are stuck in a game of "Truth or Dare" with the university, while we wait for them to choose truth instead of playing dare with our futures. Currently, on the heels of the University of Louisville's revealing of a new branding campaign; a hiring freeze, budget cuts and a lack in student morale abound. Years of research and thought have gone into a new motto for U of L: "It's Happening Here." But what is "It," exactly?
The University of Louisville men's tennis team dominated in state rivals Morehead State University and Murray State University in 7-0 wins over both teams last weekend at the Bass-Rudd Tennis Center. They also took down Big East opponent Marquette University 6-1 Sunday afternoon.
Faces plastered with beaming smiles, glamorous gowns, and lavishly studded tiaras are the makings of a typical pageant in the minds of many. These things, however, are nowhere to be found during the Kentucky Derby Festival, according to senior biology major Charis Botelho.
University of Louisville junior swimmer Vali Preda made a New Year's Resolution to be more dedicated to swimming. That could spell bad news for the rest of the country. Preda, a three time All-American and 2008 Olympic qualifier, felt he needed to become more focused after not swimming up to his expectations at the beginning of the season.
1/29 Tuesday (Social) SOAR Guitar Hero Tournament - Red Barn - 7-9:00 PM - Free (Social) Tuesday Night Class Act - Halftime Grill - 7-9:30 PM - Free (School of Music) University Jazz Combos - Malcolm Bird Recital Hall - 7:00 PM - Free 1/30 Wednesday (Arts) Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum- The Playhouse - 1/30-2/4 ?(School of Music) Read Gainsford, Piano, Guest Recital - Margaret Comstock Concert Hall- 8:00 PM - Free 1/31 Thursday (Social) Floyd Movie: Cashback - Floyd Theatre - 6-10:30 PM - $1.
Famous writer Margaret Mead once said, "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world." At the University of Louisville, there is a group that seemingly lives by these wise words: the Peer Health Advocates. The Peer Health Advocates learn about current health issues that affect college students and the campus community.
The Task Force for Tuition and Fees is considering a recommendation which would fundamentally alter the way thousands of students pay for tuition at the University of Louisville. The plan, which has been discussed for years, is gaining traction in light of the recent university-wide budget cuts.
