Manitou Messenger

Pundit defends electorate

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Tuesday night, the Political Awareness Committee hosted Arnie Arneson '75, political radio and television host and St. Olaf alum.

Devotion to testing challenged

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

One of the many controversial topics of discussion this past election was the debate over the No Child Left Behind legislation. This discussion, particularly crucial for St. Olaf's new batch of teachers, was brought to campus by the Education Minnesota Student Program Nov. 17.

Professor advocates rule of law, justice overseas

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

With the end of the Iraq war in sight, questions of what will happen next have been at the forefront of political discourse on international justice.

Generations connect over meals

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

With Christmas Festival, finals and other stress weighing on their minds, 120 St. Olaf students got a much-needed break from campus Nov. 16. As a part of the ninth annual Ole Night Out, the students traveled off campus to alumni households, where they enjoyed a home-cooked meal and ample conversation.

Historical Jesus sought

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The varying conceptions of Jesus, whether the visual through the several artworks done in his name or the lingual in the many writings on him, have led many to wonder the true identity of arguably the most well-known and influential man of our history.

Panel explores religious conflict

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Tuesday night, professor Mara Benjamin, professor Bill Poehlmann and professor Jamie Schillinger of the religion department took on the task of explaining some of the religious and secular reasons that make the Holy Land a disputed area.

Abroad programs retain high rank

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The time of year is quickly approaching when many St. Olaf students prepare to leave campus for travels across the nation and around the globe. This year 602 students, nearly 20 percent of the campus, will partake in any of the 33 off-campus Interim programs offered by the College.

Financial troubles interrupt green efforts

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

It appears as if priorities are starting to shift. Earlier this year, when the leaders of the world's most powerful economies met at the annual Group of Eight (G-8) summit in Tokyo, it seemed that climate change had finally assumed some degree of prominence in the international sphere.

A Word from our Editors

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Thanksgiving break and those pesky post-college questions loom. Adults, friends from other colleges, and even kids that I worked with last summer who are still in middle or high school will inevitably ask about what I plan to do with my life.

Missing: campus candor

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

I have an opinion. But as an Ole, I'm tempted to introduce my thoughts with an apology: "I don't want to make you uncomfortable by telling you about my perspective. I really do respect your beliefs, even if they are different than mine."

Protect the profane, don't ban art

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

A recent New York Times article written by Somini Sengupta reports on an Indian artist living in exile because of his provocative art.

Flashing forward to an Obama era of global solidarity

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

I do not care who you voted for. If you are disappointed in the election, you are failing to take part in a defining historical moment.

Third-place finish vaults men to Nationals

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

It's official: the St. Olaf men's cross country team is headed back to the National Championships.

Westby wins four

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The St. Olaf men's swimming and diving team beat Gustavus Adolphus College 181 to 119 at the annual "Killfest" Saturday, Nov. 15 at the Skoglund pool.

Two comeback victories dismantle Johnnies

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The St. Olaf men's hockey team swept St. John's in its opening conference series this weekend.

Carlson to Nationals

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Overcoming the cold and the 24-hour wait for at-large berths to be posted, St. Olaf women's cross country runner Jenna Carlson '09 qualified for the NCAA Division III championships Saturday.

Defense stuffs Pipers

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The 2008 football season ended on a high note for St. Olaf as the team handily beat winless MIAC foe Hamline 31-10 on the road Saturday.

Women top Gusties

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The St. Olaf women's swimming and diving team won the annual "Killfest" with a narrow score of 148-146.

Inside the Lines: A cry for cable TV

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Not quite four years ago, my life was considerably different. Then, I was a sports fan. Now, I am lonely.

Offense snake-bit in loss

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

After opening the weekend with a dominating 6-2 victory at St. Benedict Friday, the St. Olaf women's hockey team dropped the second game of the home-and-home series 2-1 Saturday at the Northfield Ice Arena.

Final shots rattle out

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The St. Olaf men's basketball team opened its MIAC conference schedule with a difficult loss Tuesday night at Hamline.

Pipers sink women in opener

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Embarking on their quest to qualify for the MIAC playoffs for the first time in seven seasons, the St. Olaf women's basketball team dropped their season opener 80-62 Tuesday at Hamline.

Anonymous and abroad: going global on your own

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Many colleges emphasize study-abroad programs, but with our current economic problems, these programs are more unattainable for students because of the expensive tuition abroad programs require.

Twin Cities-rooted band holds steady

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

America's best bar band returned to America's best rock venue - First Avenue, in case you live under a rock - midway through their "Rock and Roll Means Well" tour with Drive-By Truckers for two performances Saturday and Sunday night.

The Faint rocks First Avenue

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

I also had one of the best Friday nights of my life, because sweat and battle scars were all part of seeing Omaha's own the Faint live at First Avenue in Minneapolis.

Sex on the Hill: Smokin' hot

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

You're in your dorm room, your roommate is away and you're laying in your twin-sized extra-long bottom bunk bed, having just finished the best sex of your life.

Work overwhelms studies

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Several mornings a week before sunrise, Anna Stevens '10 is up and at 'em hours before most students lazily hit the snooze button for the first time.

Music haunts the uninvolved

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

You would think playing the trumpet for eight years would help. Being in an award-winning marching band might tip the scale. It might be assumed that after sitting in first chair for concert and jazz band throughout high school I would have some appreciation for St. Olaf's musical emphasis.

'Spring Awakening' astounds

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Despite being written in 1891, Frank Wedekind's "Spring Awakening" is one of the most relevant, disturbing and thought-provoking plays I have seen in years.

Insider Interview: Nirmala Rajasekar, veena player

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Up until a week ago, the closest I had ever come to Indian music was The Beatles' "Norwegian Wood."