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Religion endorsement a joke

Story by Keim, Trenton June 22, 2006
When did it become acceptable to make religion trendy? ?Hollywood and consumer culture appear to have made it cool to be religious or to follow the newest religious trend. ?From Scientology to the Kabbalah to Christianity, our market-driven nation seems to have made religion its next cash-crop for those wanting to get their God on.

Top 401 paper wins $100 award for author

June 22, 2006
Baker University's Outstanding 401 Essay of the Year award went to senior psychology major Molly Ireland, who wrote about legalizing lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) for medical purposes. Donald Hatcher, professor of philosophy & director of liberal arts program, said there were several exceptional papers this year, but the 401 professors must choose one winner.

Mascot brings pep to sporting events

June 22, 2006
The Baker University mascot provides school spirit at Baker sporting events, and the man in charge of providing that spirit this year is junior Jonathan Affalter. Affalter became the Baker mascot when Athletic Director Dan Harris appointed him to the position.

Morgan memorialized

June 22, 2006
Many people knew Jeff Morgan as J MO, and remember his love for singing. Others recall how he survived Hodgkin's disease and later in life helped children with their own battle of cancer. However he was known, he will always be remembered for his love of God and his friends.

Hastings to leave BU

June 22, 2006
Director of the Counseling Center Sarah Hastings will be leaving Baker University at the end of the academic year to take a position at Radford University in Radford, Va. "When I saw the posting, I wasn't planning to leave. I had no intentions of moving on for at least a couple of years," she said.

Mungano hosts days for female students

June 22, 2006
Baker University's multicultural organization, Mungano, held a women's workshop about the body, mind and soul on Monday and Tuesday. The workshop was open up to all Baker female students. Senior Ashley Hawkins said she was at the workshop Monday night and gave a presentation about how women need to respect themselves.

Golf team takes first in tourney

June 22, 2006
The Baker University golf teams competed in the Graceland Invitational on Saturday and Sunday and at the William Woods Invitational on Monday and Tuesday. The Wildcats had strong finishes from both the men's and the women's teams during the two tournaments.

Two finalists bring experience

June 22, 2006
Baker University's greek community will gain more attention and guidance beginning next year as the university completes a search to fill the new position of director of greek affairs this month. The individual selected to fill the new position will be responsible for overseeing greek activities, advising the various greek organizations on campus and leading the recruitment process.

Relay for Life moved to summer

Story by Seel, Maggie June 22, 2006
Relay for Life committee members hope to reach their goal without the entirety of Baker University participating this year. With the conflict of graduation and the renovation of Baker's football stadium, Relay for Life will move to the summer, limiting student participation.

Softball team sweeps Ottawa

June 22, 2006
The Baker University softball team is now 18-11 this season after sweeping Ottawa University March 31 and splitting with conference opponent Benedictine College on Monday. The Wildcats defeated the Ottawa Braves by scores of 8-2 and 6-0, with junior Jana Smith only giving up one hit in the 6-0 shutout.

Concert highlight of week

June 22, 2006
Thanks to the Student Activities Council, Baker University students had the chance to enjoy a second spring break with such activities as movie night, mechanical bull riding, casino night and various live performances. Director of Student Activities Shelby Coxon said the members of SAC spent a lot of time the past two months planning the events for this year's Springfest.

Album receives positive review

June 22, 2006
Spontaneity and a sense of abstract tension build-up and release are just two of the standout characteristics in the latest album from Animal Collective, "Feels." The band's indie-rock roots shine throughout the album, which leads off with several feverish, electrically-charged tracks and then smoothes itself out in a series of fluid, obscure lullabies.
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