Central Michigan Life

Baby Graduates - May 2008

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Seven laptops stolen from residence halls

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Seven laptops were stolen from two residence halls, CMU Police said on Sunday.

Six laptop computers and an iPod were stolen from Cobb Hall between 6 and 8 a.m. Saturday, said Mike Skonieczny, Cobb Hall residence hall director.

A laptop computer and backpack were stolen from Merrill Hall between 6:30 and 8 p.

OneRepublic no show for Gentle Friday

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

More than 3,500 CMU students showed up Friday evening at Kelly/Shorts Stadium to see OneRepublic but because lead singer Ryan Tedder injured his ankle, the band did not perform.

After the Crocs Next Step Campus Tour crew had finished setting the stage for OneRepublic, a crew member announced Tedder had been taken to the hospital for an emergency surgery and the concert was over.

Coping with bipolar disorder

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Reckless.

That's how Brighton senior Emily Parsons described her first year of college - a series of frivolous spending, partying and other decisions she now regards as irresponsible.

But back then, she didn't know what was causing it. She hadn't suspected it was bipolar disorder.

Mental illnesses often go undiagnosed

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Roughly one in four American adults per year suffers from some diagnosable mental disorder.

However, this statistic, provided by the National Institute of Mental Health, may not capture the bulk of undiagnosed cases.

Ross Rapaport, director of the Counseling Center, said numerous adults - for reasons varying from fears of being stigmatized to considering treatment as a sign of weakness - hesitate to seek help, even though it would improve their well-being.

A-Senate considers changes to University Program

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Future Central Michigan University students may have a more limited selection of University Program courses than current students.

English professor Peter Koper presented a plan Tuesday to the Academic Senate for revising general education and implementing the changes.

Life in Brief

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Energy

CMU to shut off power May 10

Central Michigan University will have a campus-wide utility shutdown from 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. May 10.

Crime

Woman arrested in home incident

Ashley Deeann Baker was arrested sometime Friday and her partner, a 28-year-old male from Mount Pleasant, still is sought by the Isabella County Sheriff's Department.

Study challenges 'freshman 15' weight issue

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The idea of the "freshman 15" may be a myth of the past.

A new study conducted at the Texas A&M International University, discovered freshman women on campus lose more weight than women living off campus.

Researcher Sukho Lee concluded students who live on campus may consume more sugar and total calories per day, but they have a higher level of physical activity compared to their off-campus counterparts.

VIRTUAL CLASSROOM

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

While you are not likely to see the popular video game "Rock Band" popping up in music classes anytime soon, students in COM 468: Advanced Interpersonal Communication, got a chance this semester to use a well-known computer game in their class.

Associate professor of communication Lesley Withers introduced her class to the online virtual world known as "Second Life" during the first few weeks this semester as a joint project with her colleague and friend Lynnette Leonard at the University of Nebraska-Omaha.

Retiring faculty members reflect on careers

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Retirement seems bittersweet for nostalgic faculty members preparing to leave campus in May.

English language and literature professor Eric Torgersen and geography professor Wayne Kiefer will be among two dozen employees packing up their offices.

Torgersen first came to campus from Quincy University of Illinois in 1970.

u Round-up

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Ferris State University

Speaker provides résumé tips

Brad Karsh spoke to Ferris State University students about the "dos and don'ts" when writing a résumé, according to the Torch.

Karsh is the president and founder of JobBound and JB Training Solutions.

Central summer camps provide opportunities for leadership, fun

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

High school students across Michigan will have the chance this summer to test their leadership skills.

The Academy High School Leadership Camp, organized by the Leadership Institute, is one of many summer camps hosted on campus in 2008.

While each camp will serve a specific purpose and age, The Academy is geared toward learning and teambuilding.

Fabiano structural problems to be resolved by this fall

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A steam leak that displaced about 230 students from Fabiano Hall April 15 was fixed immediately, and no further problems have occurred, said Celani and Fabiano Hall Director Janelle Todd.

"It was more of an inconvenience than a real problem," said Fabiano, Emmons and Woldt Hall Council President Brian Zerfas, a Dorr senior.

Games highlight Gentle Friday events

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Gentle Friday provided a break from studying for exams and gave students the opportunity to relax before the semester ends.

"Right now it is stressful before exams," said Heidi Blackrick, a Leroy freshman. "It is the last time to hang out with friends before summer.

On-off-campus places will extend hours for exam week

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Long hours of cramming and a lot of caffeine accompanies finals week.

Luckily for students, business this week will be accommodating and have extended hours.

The Charles V. Park Library hours during finals week are 7:50 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday through Wednesday, 7:50 a.

Animal shelter expects influx of abandoned pets at semester end

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Campus may soon slow to the easygoing pace of summer, but life at the Isabella County Animal Control will become busier than ever.

"We always experience an influx of animals this time of year," said Annette Thompson, secretary at the shelter, 1105 S. Isabella Road.

Wind turbine campaign underway

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Many students do not know anything about Central Michigan University's windmill.

Located behind the police station on campus, the windmill - technically a wind turbine - has been inactive for years.

"It was installed when the (IET) building was built 20 years ago," said David Pape, chairman of the engineering and technology department.

High schoolers practice foreign language skills

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Cultures across the globe celebrate children's growing up.

Jewish children have Bar Mitzvahs, American girls have their "sweet 16" and young Spanish women have a Quinceanera.

"The Quinceanera is like a 'Sweet 15' in Mexico and Brazil," said Clare High School Spanish teacher Lori Schmidt, displaying a poster with her Spanish students to explain Quinceanera.

Today candlelit labyrinth vigil to honor victims of sexual assault

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The candlelit labyrinth vigil today at Finch Fieldhouse will be more than a chance for students to walk around in circles in darkness.

"It's a chance to reflect on the strength of the survivors," said Michelle Bigard, who works at the Counseling Center.

As part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Counseling Center and Sexual Aggression Peer Advocates will hold a candlelit labyrinth vigil tonight in honor of victims of sexual assault.

Program continues efforts to better CMU by 2010

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

With two years left, Catherine Riordan said CMU 2010 has made significant progress in bettering Central Michigan University.

The program, which in 2005 laid out a vision plan for achievement by 2010, is seeing many of its goals met as "CMU's five-year strategic plan.

Class project contributed to 2007 Michigan Promise Scholarship

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A class at Central Michigan University had a part in changing Michigan law in 2005.

The experience still affects some today.

St. Joseph alumna Heather Chiarello was part of Former Griffin Endowed Chair Bill Ballenger's spring 2005 seminar class that came up with its own compromise for the Michigan Merit Award.

TV's 'Greek' aims to eschew stereotypes

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Many fraternity and sorority members feel being part of Greek life is more than a stereotype.

The show "Greek," which follows a collection of college students who are members of sororities and fraternities through the ups and downs of Greek life, shows Greek life in all aspects: recruitment, parties and relationships, among other things.

Technological shift favors online TV over traditional viewing methods

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Ken Jurkiewicz remembers a time when students avoided taking 3 o'clock classes in order to watch General Hospital.

He called it "appointment TV."

"You don't have to do that anymore," he said.

Jurkiewicz, broadcast and cinematic arts professor, said technology is changing the way people experience television.

RUNNING THROUGH THE RECORDS

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Two and a half seconds.

That is how long it takes Tracy Kaatz to steal second base when her team needs a runner in scoring position and her adrenaline is pumping.

In that same amount of time, the opposing pitcher must release the ball; the catcher must make a clean catch and throw the ball across the diamond to the second baseman.

Softball has undefeated weekend in trip to Ohio

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The softball team's winning streak now stands at a season-high six games after a 3-1 victory over Ball State on Sunday.

"I'm proud of the way our team competed today and all weekend," said coach Margo Jonker. "It's been a real team effort this past weekend to get the sweep.

Good and the bad made time at CMU special

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

I stood near Rose Arena's press row for nearly 20 minutes after history had just been made.

Everyone had left the venue except for a few custodians and some of the players' parents. The scoreboards were off and the atmosphere was mute.

I had no idea what to say as volleyball coach Erik Olson made his way from the locker room.

Third baseman comes within home run of cycle Sunday at Toledo

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Noah Lankford has been using a new focus exercise before entering the batters box and Sunday it paid off. The senior third baseman's two singles, double and triple helped the Central Michigan baseball team beat Toledo 3-1 and avoid a sweep Sunday at Fifth-Third field.

No Chippewas called during weekend

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Staff Reports

Round 1

1) Miami

Jake Long, Michigan offensive tackle

The former Wolverine reached a five-year, $57.75 million contract including $30 million guaranteed with the Miami Dolphins. Long immediately becomes the highest paid lineman in the NFL and is the first pick of the Bill Parcells regime.

Around the MAC

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

54) Tennessee

Jason Jones, Eastern Michigan DE

Jones ranked seventh in the country and led the MAC with 1.63 tackles for loss per game. The first-team All-MAC performer became the third-highest EMU player ever taken and the 23rd overall.

65) St. Louis

John Greco, Toledo OT

Greco took over left tackle duties as a sophomore and was named first-team All-MAC three times.

Women earn 22 first-place finishes between Oregon and Hillsdale

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The women's track and field team split into two groups and earned 22 top-10 finishes on Saturday.

The group that ran in the Oregon Relays accounted for all 10 of the team's top 10 marks. Of those 10, nine were top five marks and three were first-place finishes.

Men's distance runners finish ahead of Eastern Michigan pair

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Highlighted by top finishes by freshmen Jacob Korir and Sammy Kiprotich, the men's track and field team traveled to Hillsdale to compete in the Hillsdale Relays this weekend.

Korir and Sammy finished in first and third place in the 5,000-meter run, respectively.

Football clinic raises awareness

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The free football clinic barely had a chance to begin when an audible was called.

Members of Vincent Mumford's PES 320: Foundations of Sports Management class hosted a free football clinic Saturday to raise awareness for Malaria.

The event was scheduled to take place in Kelly/Shorts Stadium, but a combination of frigid weather and a still standing stage for the fabolous concert on Friday, forced the group to move to the Indoor Athletic Complex's turf bay.

Year's standout events

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Like any other school year, 2007-08 had its ups and downs.

At its best, it brought another MAC football championship to Mount Pleasant. At its worst, it brought about racial tension when nooses were found in a classroom.

Here is a look at what was good, bad and ugly this

academic year.

Late Start

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Thirteen of the 15 public universities had graduation ceremonies this past weekend.

CMU, if you may have noticed, still is in session.

That means students at 13 universities get a week's head start at jobs and internships while CMU students are taking finals.

Interior design more than colors

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

According to the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) the definition of Interior Design is as follows "Interior design is a multi-faceted profession in which creative and technical solutions are applied within a structure to achieve a built interior environment.

Snapshots

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Our readers' voice

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In response to Monday's editorial column "Legislating Designs," I would like to clear up a few misconceptions that some may have about interior design.

First, the "design" that the unnamed author referenced in that column only highlight "decorating," which is not the full scope of interior design.

CM You

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"It's not good
because a big thing that attracts kids to Central
is the CMU
Promise and they are already
discontinuing that next year."
Blake Andersson

"It's already too expensive
considering the Michigan
economy."
Michelle Sun,

"I don't think it's fair at all because we are
sophomores now and they are
raising the price now.