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Spring is here, and there are lots of possible destinations

The Times, San Jacinto College, TX

1 day ago by NICOLE LEMMAN

It is no secret spring break is much looked-forward to by college students everywhere. This week of pandemonium offers great stress relief on student's hectic school and work schedules. Whether you want to stay close to home or get as far away as possible, here are some of the top places spring breakers will be flocking.

Burton's 'Wonderland' engrossing, imaginative

The Reflector, Mississippi State University, MS

1 day ago by Hannah Rogers

I hated the original story of "Alice in Wonderland" - there was no driving force behind the plot, there was no character resolution for anyone but Alice and only the White Rabbit and Chesire Cat were interesting. But when I learned Tim Burton was making a sequel to "Alice," I became hopeful that Wonderland would finally get a story worthy of its possibilities.

Oscar winners gives insight into Academy's future choices

The Reflector, Mississippi State University, MS

19 hours ago by Hannah Rogers

The red carpet has been rolled up, the speeches have been given and the golden statues have been distributed. The Oscars are over and so is awards season. "The Hurt Locker" dominated the Academy Awards with six wins, including Best Picture and Best Director.

Sidney suspended, MSU to appeal

The Reflector, Mississippi State University, MS

20 hours ago by Bob Carskadon

After nearly one year of waiting, Mississippi State University freshman basketball player Renardo Sidney finally received a decision from the NCAA on his eligibility status. The NCAA academic and membership affairs staff has suspended Sidney for the remainder of this season as punishment for unethical conduct, and 30 percent of the 2010-11 season for accepting illegal benefits, which equates to nine games, not including preseason games.

Rising tuition costs more than dollars and cents

Pine Log, Stephen F. Austin State University, TX

1 day ago by Marie Leonard

Last Thursday, thousands of college students could be seen protesting tuition increases and budget cuts at universities all over the country. The protests stemmed from a movement in California last November where students had been protesting $1 billion budget cuts to higher education and the 32 percent hike in undergraduate tuition fees for the 2010-2011 academic year The University of California system approved late last fall.

How Jeff Bridges became this year's 'Dude'

Pine Log, Stephen F. Austin State University, TX

2 days ago by Owen Gleiberman Entertainment Weekly

When Jeff Bridges, as just about every handicapper expects, gets up tonight to receive his Academy Award for Best Actor, we all know that the award will be given - and received, and deserved - on two levels at once. It will be a tasty double scoop of victory.

SGA Housing Forum addresses new residence hall questions

Pine Log, Stephen F. Austin State University, TX

1 day ago by John Covington

In an attempt to open the lines of communication between students and administration in relation to housing concerns, SGA hosted a Housing Forum on Thursday.

Student concerns centered on the problems with currents facilities as well as the destruction of Garner tower and cost of housing for next semester, while representatives from the residence life department stressed the need for the new freshman dorms and participated in discussion between students and the department over possible problems in the future.

Red Hot Chili Pepper's Frusciante soul searches through Empyrean

The Almagest, Louisiana State University in Shreveport, LA

5 days ago by Shane Bridges

John Frusciante probably isn't on the top of any charts or a common household name. He doesn't use auto-tune, nor does he have the best songwriters in the business to write his music for him. He is, however, an incredibly talented musician and he has recently released his newest album, The Empyrean.

Search for GSU president postponed

The Gramblinite, Grambling State University, LA

5 days ago by Ashley Leichmon

On Friday, Feb. 26 a meeting concerning a new permanent president for Grambling State University was placed on hold. Reasons concerning the issue have not yet been determined, yet many believe the interim president is on his way to becoming GSU's permanent president.

Culinary graduate invents utensil-carrying tote bag

The Nicholls Worth, Nicholls State University , LA

3 days ago by Mike Cartozzo

Vaughn Trannon, a 2003 graduate of the University's John Folse Culinary Institute who is known for his list of culinary accolades and work as a private chef to high profile clients, has now focused on developing new products to help other talented cooks succeed.