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Archive for November 17th, 2010



Wednesday, November 17th, 2010, 11:25 pm in Opinion

Many decent things are green — money, trees, Kermit the Frog and a majority of vegetables. It’s the color of growth, nature and renewal, but in other cases having a bit of green in you isn’t …


Wednesday, November 17th, 2010, 11:25 pm in Opinion
By Ryanne Nason

As sad as it is, chivalry is dying a brutal death. Rarely now do you observe men holding doors open for women, calling older females “ma’am” or bravely putting their lives on the line for the …


Wednesday, November 17th, 2010, 11:24 pm in Opinion
By Jamison Cocklin

Has anyone flipped through their local newspaper lately? Taken a gander at national headlines? Observed the political and cultural landscape? If you haven’t, I recommend you do so, and soon. Turn on and tune in because …


Wednesday, November 17th, 2010, 11:23 pm in Opinion
By Amy Brooks

Full body scanners in airports have become the subject of growing controversy. This year, many travelers are reluctant to subject themselves to the full body scans that have been implemented in 67 airports. There is even …


Wednesday, November 17th, 2010, 11:23 pm in Opinion
By Billy Kramer


Wednesday, November 17th, 2010, 11:02 pm in News
Two individuals suspected of stealing a MaineCard, spending $200 in funds in Orono
By Beth Kevit

The University of Maine Police Department is seeking information about the two individuals pictured above.
These individuals are suspected of stealing a MaineCard and fraudulently spending more than $200 in Bear Bucks at Bell’s Orono IGA …


Wednesday, November 17th, 2010, 10:49 pm in News
Concerns unheard by Faculty Senate
By Robert Stigile

A group of individuals supporting the Department of Public Administration met with members of the Faculty Senate on Nov. 17 to discuss the suspension of both the undergraduate and graduate degree programs in what has been …


Wednesday, November 17th, 2010, 10:46 pm in News
Underage drinkers, illegal drug users diverted to ADEP, not Judicial Affairs
By Christopher Crosby

A variety of activity, with both guest speakers and senate committee elections, kept senators busy at the Nov. 16 session of University of Maine Student Government.
UMaine Dean of Students Robert Dana explained new changes in …


Wednesday, November 17th, 2010, 10:45 pm in News
Four UMaine political science undergrads to serve in Maine delegation offices
By Jennifer Vincent

Four University of Maine students will take part in a spring congressional internship program that has a legacy of more than 50 years.
Third-year political science students Benjamin Goodman, Joseph Marro, Timothy Robbins and Nathaniel Wildes will …


Wednesday, November 17th, 2010, 10:44 pm in News
Black Bear Exchange offers non-perishables, clothing to needy community members just in time for holiday season
By Jennifer Vincent

The University of Maine’s Black Bear Exchange, a program of the Bodwell Center for Service and Volunteerism, officially opened its new location in the back of Estabrooke Hall on Nov. 16.
The exchange will be open Wednesdays …