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Letters: Horowitz misinforms students about Islam 87

The Daily Northwestern, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL

1 hour ago by

As an American who believes in free speech, I support College Republicans' right to invite David Horowitz to speak on our campus. However, I cannot allow my fellow students to be victims of the deception and misinformation created by David Horowitz's remarks at last night's event.

Conservative delivers misguided comments 16

The Daily Northwestern, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL

1 hour ago by

Tuesday's Daily article regarding the same-sex marriage bans ("NU students react to success of same-sex marriage bans" Nov. 11) quoted a senior, Nathaniel Zebrowski, who supported the Prop 8. "(Gays') lives can pretty much be the same as they were 10 days ago," he said.

Balhorn: Skip class more often 13

The Daily Northwestern, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL

39 minutes ago by Loren Balhorn

So you just spent $2,000 of mom and dad's money on a brand new MacBook Pro. You're an anthropology major with no real interest in computing, and you will only be using it for e-mail and basic word processing. You really only needed a cheap Dell laptop for that, but that black matte finish matched your North Face and Uggs so well, you couldn't help yourself!

Now that you have this prohibitively expensive piece of technology, it's time to show it off.

Letter: Horowitz expresses legitimate concerns 12

The Daily Northwestern, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL

1 hour ago by

A recent letter criticizing David Horowitz for linking the Muslim Students Association to radical jihadists mischaracterized the Islamo-Fascism campaign and Horowitz's efforts to raise awareness about the threat of radical Islam ("Horowitz misinforms students about Islam," Nov.

We don't need no stinking guns 12

Royal Purple, University of Wisconsin, Whitewater, Whitewater, WI

5 hours ago by Victoria Vlisides

Guns for everyone. The young, the old and people of all ages … let's conceal and carry! Step aside American Family Insurance, guns are like the less expensive, one-time insurance card where all you have to do is pull the trigger and you won't need to pay those hospital bills, they will!

Letter: ASG office hours not enough for students 10

The Daily Northwestern, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL

3 hours ago by

ASG office hours not enough for students

Last Wednesday, ASG passed an amendment requiring all senators to hold office hours once a week ("New bill requires senators to hold office hours, open forums," Nov. 13). It sounds like a good idea in theory, but at the same time, it makes me question the dedication of the people representing us.

McSA plans speech for Ayers at NU 9

The Daily Northwestern, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL

27 minutes ago by Christina Chaey

After a controversial last-minute decision, the Muslim-cultural Student Association plans to bring former Weather Underground member William Ayers as its 2008 fall speaker Thursday at Cahn Auditorium, said Weinberg junior Dana Shabeeb, McSA co-president.

The selection continues the recent trend of student groups bringing figures to campus who have been lightning rods for criticism, including a For Members Only speech by the Rev.

Snetiker: Life's good in the sand 4

The Daily Northwestern, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL

5 hours ago by Marc Snetiker

During one of my enthralling excursions to South Campus, I happened to be passing by one of our many construction sites when I noticed bags of sand appropriately titled "Play Sand." While I don't doubt the need to sell sand, it struck me as odd because it was just one of those things that I never imagined being sold.

Firing Squad: Vegan emcee anti-charity? 3

The Daily Northwestern, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL

3 hours ago by Jake Spring

W hen I saw Dance Marathon's emcee selections last week, I was surprised to recognize a familiar name chosen to replace half of the legendary TnA duo.

Surely, any emcee candidate must undergo a thorough background check to verify their commitment to charitable causes.

Bienen among nation's highest-paid presidents 1

The Daily Northwestern, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL

2 hours ago by Kirsten Salyer

Northwestern President Henry S. Bienen was the second highest-paid university executive in the nation in 2006, according to a survey by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

Bienen, who received a total compensation of more than $1.7 million, was second only to David J.

Culture Feature: Choose your own adventure 1

The Daily Northwestern, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL

2 hours ago by Samantha Leal

As students leave Northwestern's halls each June for a summer escape, many find their way into career-minded internships and 9-to-5 workdays, hoping to leave a lasting impression on their résumé or in their bank accounts. But there are those who dare to try a different route.

Cultural celebration increases awareness 1

Chicago Flame, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL

2 hours ago by Brian J. Egerton

November is Native American Heritage Celebration Month. Throughout the month, the Native American Student Organization will be hosting a variety of activities on the UIC campus. There are two heritage celebration days; one that occurred on Nov. 11 and the other planned for Nov.

Obama takes the Catholic vote in election 1

The Marquette Tribune, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI

4 hours ago by Brooke McEwen

In light of the presidential election, an exit poll analysis from the Pew Forum on Religion and Public life illuminated the Catholic faith fueled Senator Barack Obama's victory.