Although most convocation speakers who visit Adrian College come with an inspiring message to deliver, Kevin Michael Connolly represents one of the few exceptions. The man who has been hit “twice and a half” by cars delivered a compelling speech last Wednesday at noon in Dawson Auditorium as part of the James Borland Convocation Series…
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Adrian College community responds to severe winter weather conditions
After ‘Snowpocalypse 2011’ swept through Adrian College in early February, the winter weather significantly decreased. But the groundhog must’ve been mistaken as a massive winter storm downed trees and power lines on campus, leaving a number of students in the dark for a 20-hour period. The storm also marked the second time in three weeks…
Students collect copious awards at 2011 Michigan Model Arab League
Students in Adrian College’s Model Arab League (MAL) program traveled to Grand Valley State University this past weekend to compete in the 2011 Michigan Model Arab League. Ten AC students received honors for their efforts. “This the best year we’ve ever had,” said Philip Howe, founder of the AC chapter of MAL and associate professor…
Smither leaving impressive MAL legacy
As an Adrian College senior with a major in political science and minor in women’s studies, Sara Smither already has a hefty amount of classroom knowledge under her belt. But she isn’t content with that. In her third year with the Model Arab League (MAL), Smither has been developing a legacy that will be difficult…
Bulldogs picked to finish fourth in MIAA standings
After finishing third in the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) with a 15-12 record overall, the Adrian College men’s basketball team is looking to maintain its presence in the conference and reach new heights. “We’re really proud of what we were able to accomplishment last season considering [it] was my first year as a coach,”…
Political candidates visit campus to campaign for votes
The newly-installed Adrian College office of government and public relations teamed up with the Lenawee County Association of Realtors to host the first-ever “Meet the Candidate Day” Sept. 24 at 10 a.m. in the Adrian-Tobias Room. “It is essential for higher education institutions to work with our officials on a local, state and national level…
Commentary: Sex crimes statistics horrific on campuses
When considering which college or university you’d like to attend, you keep certain things in mind, such as average class size, majors offered, athletic programs and the cost of tuition. But one thing I’m sure you don’t normally consider is the number of sexual assaults that occur each day. In 2004, the AAUW (formerly the…
Second annual Make-A-Wish dinner raises funds, adds laughs
The drunken and flirty wife wandering around in cahoots with everyone. The tipsy best man still in the immature college party mindset. The bride’s sister focusing the spotlight on herself at all times. These and other wedding party members were all on stage this past Saturday in the Adrian-Tobias Room for the second annual Chi…
Chi Omega prepares for second annual Make-A-Wish dinner
Adrian College’s Mu Zeta chapter of Chi Omega will be hosting its second annual Make-A-Wish Mystery Dinner this Saturday at 6 p.m. in the Adrian-Tobias Room. Spawning from the success of last year’s event, the sorority decided a second try would be beneficial not only for the community, but for the sisters as well. “It…
Psi Chi to hand out matches
Adrian College’s chapter of Psi Chi, the international honor society for psychology majors and minors, will be having a Valentine’s Day Matchmaker survey today and tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Ritchie Marketplace. “We will have a questionnaire,” said senior president Ashley Bugeja. “Based on their [the students’] answers, we will decide who…
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