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The First PIF Senior Service Awards

 Julia Varona What people had to say: She is one of those people on campus that always has a huge smile and great attitude. She is constantly doing things for CNU and is hardly ever recognized for her service.  Julia has made an effort to know and invest in a ton of people on campus [...]

April 18th, 2012 | Posted in Opinions | Read More »

He said/She said: Remake of “21 Jump Street” not a crime

MOVIE REVIEW| Editors Darryl Fetz and Rebekah Bremer review the comedy revamp of the ‘80s cop drama. By Darryl Fetz darryl.fetz.09@cnu.edu Taking a spin on the drama infused “21 Jump Street” television show of the late ‘80s, the newly released “21 Jump Street” relies on laughs. The movie is a continuation of the TV show [...]

April 11th, 2012 | Posted in A+E | Read More »

Where We Stand

The Captain’s Log staff would like to address the actions made by employees of the school within the past week, with the hopes of creating a healthy dialogue about the matter. The Captain’s Log has had a presence on this campus for more than 40 years. Last Wednesday, April 4, members of the editorial board [...]

April 11th, 2012 | Posted in From the Editor,Opinions | Read More »

Springing in a new wardrobe

Sophomore Amanda Chilli adds a great look to her overall outfit with a pair of cuffed jean shorts. (Rosa Lee Harkrader/The Captain's Log)

Flowers are emerging, beach sessions are commencing and jackets are being shed because spring is finally here! I bet you’re thinking about how you can’t wait to get your hands on all the new spring items. Here are the biggest trends that are up and coming this season, along with affordable stores where you can [...]

April 4th, 2012 | Posted in Featured,Lifestyle | Read More »

Babies and backpacks

Rosa Lee Harkrader/The Captain's Log

By Brandi Swope brandi.swope.09@cnu.edu It is 36 degrees outside near Gloucester, Va. Shannon DeWeese jerks her hands up in the air in the middle of packing diapers, wipes, bottles and her physics textbook. “It figures I would need to take her to the ER in the freezing rain,” DeWeese says. Winter has been absent for [...]

April 4th, 2012 | Posted in Featured,News | Read More »

New diet monitors food alkalinity, acidity

by Adrian Howard and Brittany Marks A new Hollywood food trend is sweeping the nation: the alkaline diet, a diet that supposedly alters the body’s chemical composition by maintaining the alkaline-acid ratio. By eating more alkaline rich foods, such as fruits and vegetables, to optimize one’s energy levels, people have reported feeling younger and healthier. [...]

March 21st, 2012 | Posted in Lifestyle | Read More »

The Tree of Life: A Visionary Journey Through Time

MOVIE REVIEW| Director Terrence Malick chronicles and explores the evolution and meaning of life in this inspiring tale. By Taryn Rothstein taryn.rothstein.10@cnu.edu “The Tree of Life,” Terrence Malick’s fifth film in 38 years, takes you through a series of emotions and settings starting at the beginning of time. The introduction of the film begins with [...]

March 21st, 2012 | Posted in A+E | Read More »

Women’s lacrosse scores school record 26 goals in big win over Ferrum

By: Lindsey Martin CNU seemed to have some luck as they took the field on St. Patrick’s Day, where they defeated the Ferrum Panthers, 26-11, extending their record to 6-1 overall. The Captains remain undefeated in USA South play, with a current record of 4-0. CNU has three more conference games to play before heading [...]

March 21st, 2012 | Posted in Lacrosse,Sports | Read More »

Captains sink in USA South Championship game to Greensboro

After a comfortable win against rival Greensboro, the CNU women’s basketball team traveled to Ferrum College for the USA South Conference Championship, where they ultimately fell 82-56. In order to place them into the game against top-seeded Ferrum, the Captains had a much needed redemption game against Greensboro. Previously, the Pride defeated the Captains with [...]

February 29th, 2012 | Posted in Basketball,Sports | Read More »

Women’s Lacrosse beats St. Mary’s 13-11

Christopher Newport University women’s lacrosse team faced off against the St. Mary’s Seahawks, a rival that CNU had only managed to defeat once before. Much like the team, the crowd was revved up and ready to go, enthusiastically cheering on the players with hopes of victory. CNU head coach Carolyn Raveia described the girls as [...]

February 29th, 2012 | Posted in Lacrosse,Sports | Read More »

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