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Emily Cole 09:00 am | Currently the Student Assembly is working towards creating a safer CNU community for our students. We are still in the developmental stages of creating a Safe-Ride program for our campus – we expect…

Jan 25 2012 / No Comment / Read More »

Letter: Dining hall crowds become nuisance for students »

Emily Cole 09:00 am | Dear CNU, I would like to compliment the classy dining halls that are currently run so efficiently. I know that CNU is all about getting to know each other’s classmates, and I like…

Jan 25 2012 / No Comment / Read More »

From the Editor – Call a friend, call a taxi, save a life: Never drink and drive »

Emily Cole 09:00 am | When I was in fourth or fifth grade, I heard a heartbreaking story about a mother, a father, and their son. From what I remember, the family was on the way to buy…

Jan 25 2012 / No Comment / Read More »

Biology majors lose steam, switch major »

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Corrie Mitchell 10:00 am | As a freshman starting off his career at Christopher Newport University, senior Jonathan Ma was sure he was going…

Jan 25 2012 / No Comment / Read More »

Freshmen Kimberley Brin, Sierra Smith remembered for laughter »

Corrie Mitchell 09:57 am | When freshmen roommates Madeline Braun and Danielle Hynson moved into their residence hall, York River West 4B, laughter became…

Jan 25 2012 / No Comment / Read More »

CNU CEE Fund invests donations for students »

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Rebekah Bremer 09:55 am | In tough economic times, knowledge about finance and investments is more important than ever. The Captain’s Educational Enrichment Fund…

Jan 25 2012 / No Comment / Read More »

Gingrich wins South Carolina primary in upset »

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The Captain's Log 09:53 am | By Andy Cason andrew.cason.07@cnu.edu With only two percent of precincts reporting, CBS announced Newt Gingrich as the projected winner…

Jan 25 2012 / No Comment / Read More »

STAND members raise awareness, money »

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Brittany Marks 09:49 am | The ongoing genocide in Darfur is at the heart of the mission of STAND (Students Taking Action Now: Darfur),…

Jan 25 2012 / No Comment / Read More »

CNU students involved in fatal car accident »

Emily Cole 07:44 pm | Story updated 9:45 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 5. On Sunday, Dec. 4, freshman Sierra Smith died in a car…

Dec 4 2011 / 2 Comments / Read More »

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Redbox Review: “Black Death” About As Much Fun As Its Name »

Harrison Crews 09:00 am | You know who’s awesome? If you answered David Bowie, Tim Curry, Nathan Fillion, or Alyson Hannigan, technically, yes. If you answered Chuck Norris, 2009 wants their Internet jokes back. Either way, the correct answer in this case was Sean Bean. Bean’s been in slews of movies, but ‘90’s veterans will remember him as Alec Trevelyan…

Jan 25 2012 / No Comment / Read More »

Attractions around Newport News this Spring »

Jessa Lane 08:00 am | As warm weather begins to approach, I encourage all you students that usually hang around campus on a nice day to branch out and explore Newport News while you’re still here. You may be saying to yourself, “but there are no cool places to drive to in Newport News.” But this statement proves false when…

Mar 17 2011 / 3 Comments / Read More »
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Saving money on spring fashion »

Whitney Bonheim 08:00 am | It’s no secret that the typical college student is usually low on cash, and with the new spring season approaching fast, many are looking for a way to add to their wardrobe without emptying their pockets. There are a few easy options to accomplish this and with just a little time, students can have brand…

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Crime Log 2/24 »

Cole Underwood 07:02 pm | On February 20, two counts of larceny occurred on campus. The first incident being at the Freeman Center where an unattended backpack was stolen and the other incident at CNU landing when a secured bike was stolen. On the 21st, a vehicle was keyed in the James River Lot. On February 24, the act of…

Mar 1 2011 / Comments Off / Read More »
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Spring got you sprung? »

Holly Julian 03:05 pm | Pasta Primavera literally means “Spring Pasta.”  It is a fabulous way to get your vegetables, and is a great and affordable meal for a dinner party. Best of all–this fun, easy dish can be served hot or cold, day or night. I suggest making a whole bunch and serving it hot for dinner, and then eating…

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Sports

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Twins take to the court together »

Kathleen Carter 11:05 am |   They came into the world together and their bond has never broken. While they are soft spoken and laid back, it is hard not to miss the pair walking…

Jan 25 2012 / No Comment / Read More »
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Hockey team holds game in honor of fallen Captains »

Serena DAngelo 11:02 am |   The Hampton Roads Iceplex has never been as quiet as it was on Jan. 20 at 11 p.m., as the Christopher Newport University community paid their respects to Sierra…

Jan 25 2012 / 1 Comment / Read More »

“Leveling the Field for Disabled Youth” »

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Kira Munger 10:57 am |   Stephanie Green has always had a passion for lacrosse, as well as enriching the lives of children. For the longest time…

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Sports Roulette: Football »

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The Captain's Log 11:10 am |   (Photo Editor Rosa Lee Harkrader will be learning a new sport each week from a CNU athlete. This week, sophomore kicker…

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Perfection denied as CNU falls to Randolph in NCAA playoff opener »

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Mike Schoeffel 11:05 am |   “The better team doesn’t always win.” Those were the words of Christopher Newport University soccer coach Steve Shaw after his team’s…

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Lifestyle

Between the sheets: putting sex myths to bed »

The Captain's Log 09:00 am | Myth: He is intimidated by your vibrator Many women may assume that their boyfriend will be offended if they introduce the use…

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Serena DAngelo 09:00 am | Do you like it mild, medium, hot or Indian hot? This is an essential question you have to ask yourself when dining…

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Natalie Shapiro 12:18 pm | Welcome to winter. Yes, it’s cold, windy and, some days, fairly dark. As a January baby, I am somewhat fond of the winter season, although venturing out in the cold…

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