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Interactive: EIU History

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

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Photo Gallery: Alumni Graphic Art Exhibit

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Tarble Arts Center is featuring works of graphic art from Eastern alumni. Below is a photo gallery of some of what is there.

Podcast: What it's like to be Honors

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Honor students have to take more challenging classes than average students. Find out what it takes to be an honor student in this podcast.

'Sexting' flirts with line between friend, foe

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The day Pete Wentz's nude photos surfaced on the Web changed the way we text and share images forever. Wentz, bassist for the band Fall Out Boy, was participating in what we now coin as sexting, sharing nude photos and sexual comments via text messaging. Going in and out of bars and conducting on-the-spot interviews, I was able to put together a modern definition of sexting.

Column: Identity intertwined with sexuality

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

I glare intensely at the mirror, scanning over my body like a contractor looking for a crack in a foundation.

Slowly my eyes move over my skin, my protruding limbs and appendages looking for the crack.

If and when I find it, everything I need to know will come pouring out like a fissure erupting from the earth.

Feature Photo: The changing seasons

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Who took your V card?

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Virginity. What does it mean anymore? With times changing so fast and promiscuity becoming common-place in today's society, virginity is becoming harder to define. There are so many layers that cover the term, and every person views it differently. When defining virginity, Aaron Taylor, a sophomore special education major, said, "(Virginity) is not having sex through penetration.

Got a fang fetish?

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

What do Edward Cullen, William the Bloody a.k.a. Spike, Angel, and the cast of True Blood have in common: they're all vampires and craved by females. The blow-up in the media over the "Twilight" series has shed new light on the vampire fetish. But, why now and why the fascination? Donald Holly, an anthropology professor, said he wrote a research paper which detailed the fascination between women and vampires.

Rubber Lovers gets sexy: information about safe sex guides students

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

For students looking for safe sex information, as well as a program that allows students to interactively learn about sex, look no further than the Rubber Lover's program. Rubber Lover's is a skill based educational program designed to teach students about the importance of safe sex in cases of sexually transmitted infections, as well as teaching students the proper methods of using a condom.

Safe Sex in development:

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

For women Praneem is a polyherbal vaginal tablet being studied as a spermicide, and a microbicide active against HIV. BufferGel is a spermicidal gel being studied as a microbicide active against HIV. Duet is in development as a disposable diaphragm pre-filled with BufferGel.

Changing soldiers' swords into pens

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

National Book Award recipient Tim O'Brien will present the third annual James Jones Lecture at 7 p.m. today in the Black Box Theater of the Doudna Fine Arts Center. "We are thrilled to be able to bring Tim O'Brien to our campus and to the community. He's simply a tremendous writer," said Dana Ringuette, chair of the Eastern English Department, in a press release.

Free film-making workshop teaches unique style

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The original "King Kong" of 1933, the "Ghostbusters" of 1984 and "James and the Giant Peach" of 1996 all use stop-motion techniques. And now children aged 11 to 15 have the opportunity to build their own stop motion short film. A free stop-motion animation film-making workshop will be from 10 a.

Hand turkeys for charity

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Kappa Alpha Psi and Alpha Tau Omega will let you paste and color some cheer for children at St. Jude Children's Hospital. The two fraternities have been and will be accepting money and clothing donations for the hospital from 10:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Thursday and again today in Coleman Hall.

Moore dies after collapse

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A memorial service for the late Jacqueline Moore is scheduled for 2 p.m. Sunday in Lantz Arena. Moore died late Wednesday at the age of 28 after collapsing while working out. Coles County Coroner Ed Schniers confirmed that Moore died at 9:44 p.m. Wednesday after being rushed to Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center.

'How do you get to Sesame Street?'

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Episode one of "Sesame Street" premiered on Nov. 10, 1969. Forty years later, "Sesame Street" has been broadcasted in 125 countries, has won 118 Emmys and is still widely considered the most popular children's series on TV. An estimated 77 million Americans watched the series as children.

Blotter

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A battery was reported Sunday at Lawson Hall, according to the University Police Department.

Christopher Chambers, 24, of Chicago, was charged with aggravated unlawful restraint and domestic battery during a 3:35 p.m. Monday arrest at University Apartments, police said.

Campus Briefs: Music for the ears

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

'Sound of the World" will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today in the University Ballroom in the Martin Luther King Jr. University Union. The show, sponsored by the Association of International Students, will feature music and dance from the countries of the world that are home to current Eastern students.

Conference to help disabled young adults

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

For many high school students and their parents, the transition into adulthood can be challenging, but for many disabled students across the state, the challenge can be multiplied. Eastern's Office of Disability Services, the Eastern Illinois Area of Special Education and Lake Land College are hoping to address some of these trials today during the Disability Awareness Day conference, by putting a focus on transitions into adulthood.

Feature Photo: Writing on the walls

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Funds being raised for Illinois charities

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Giving is made easy by payroll deductions. Once a year, the campaign allows state and university employees and retirees to contribute to participating charities through payroll deductions or a one-time donation. State and University Employees Combined Appeal raises funds to help support charities that benefit the state of Illinois and around the world, said Karla Sanders, director of the Center for Academic Support and Achievement.

McHugh's offers scholarship

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

At least one local student will not have to fret about the Illinois lawmakers' ongoing search to find funds for the Monetary Award Program. And at least 500 students in Charleston and Mattoon have taken unique action to try and ease those concerns. Confused? Don't be.

Search continues after safety

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Flashes from cameras lit up the dark corners of Greek Court Thursday night. Members from Greek Court Council and the Student Government continued their efforts to promote safety by taking photos of problem areas they found from last month's safety walks. Jessica Montgomery, the president of the Greek Court Council, walked around Greek Court with Mark Olendzki, student vice president for student affairs, and other members of the Student Government to document areas of concern.

Try eating the plants in your backyard for dinner

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

In the past, edible wild plants were used as a main form of nourishment and to cure illnesses. But the knowledge of gathering these plants has been lost. Faculty members met Thursday in the Rathskeller Loft of the 7th Street Underground to attend "Eating Wild," a Healthy Lifestyles program.

Winston wins Essence competition

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Ian Winston was crowned the title of "Essence of a Man" following the competition Thursday night. "To me having the title 'Essence of a Man' means to be a role model and to pave the way for many to come," Winston said. The 2009 competition "Essence of a Man" focused on the theme "The Man Below the Surface.

Women's Soccer: A 'shocking' end to the season

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A double-overtime goal doomed the Eastern women's soccer team Thursday as the Golden Eagles overcame a two goal deficit to shock the Panthers 3-2, ending the team's season. The loss ended the Panthers' season in the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament quarterfinals for the second consecutive season.

'A great impact'

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Eastern athletic department was in a state of shock Thursday after learning about the death of women's basketball assistant coach Jackie Moore. When Eastern swimmers Tim Mathieu and Lauren Zillmer arrived for the start of their 6 a.m. practice, everything seemed to be business as usual.

Alumni Notebook: Masanet completes New York Marathon

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

After coaching the Eastern men's and women's cross country teams Ohio Valley Conference Championships Saturday in Nashville, Tenn., Eastern head cross country coach Geoff Masanet prepared for his own race: the New York Marathon. Masanet admits his time of 3 hours, 24.

Column: Play onin Moore's memory

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

When news broke early Thursday that Eastern women's basketball assistant coach Jackie Moore died at the age of 28, it visibly shook the athletic department. It's not uncommon for the numerous teams around campus to become close during the course of the players' athletic careers.

Weekend events canceled

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Eastern athletic department has canceled all weekend sporting events in wake of Eastern women's basketball assistant coach Jackie Moore's death.

Moore died late Wednesday night at the age of 28 after collapsing while working out.

A total of seven athletic events were canceled in all.

Column: Never too old to act like kids

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

I can't tell you how many times this semester I've been stressed out, or just had plain, old bad days. What with having two jobs that use around 30 to 40 hours of my time, plus classes and homework, being involved with an RSO, a few miscellaneous items, and then trying to have a social life on top of it all (not to mention hardly getting enough "me" time), this semester has been probably the most hectic.

Editorial Cartoon: Flier Restrictions

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Staff Editorial: People with disabilities same as everyone else; show some respect

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

In this day and age, our current generation is more understanding than our parents' and grandparents'. Many groups like black people, women and other minorities, for their civil rights during the politically active 1960s.

One of those groups was people with physical, mental and learning disabilities.