December 2008

Small groups fill spiritual void
Ashlie Osburn
Tuesday, December 9th, 2008
This story is part three of three in a series of articles about faith, religion and fellowship at the University

The small enclaves of students who gather on campus most every Tuesday night discuss a wide range of topics- politics, philosophy or maybe just their daily struggles.

They share their experiences and opinions while searching for answers, or at least spiritual guidance in their Bibles opened in front of them.

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Patriots start conference season at 4-0
Clay Ihlo
Tuesday, December 9th, 2008

The Patriots remain undefeated in conference play after back-to-back home wins last week over Hardin-Simmons (80-66) and McMurry (66-22).

The wins marked the first time in program history the Patriots began conference play 4-0. Saturday’s game against McMurry wasn’t easy. McMurry senior Jonathan Walker proved to be the Patriots’ biggest threat by scoring eight of McMurray’s first 10 points.

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Administrators ask SGA for advice on alcohol policy
Allen Arrick
Tuesday, December 9th, 2008

University officials met with the Student Government Association on Wednesday to discuss changes to the campus alcohol policy – which includes contacting parents if a student violates the policy, on or off campus.

David Hill, director of residence life and judicial affairs, handed out a draft of the policy update at the SGA’s general assembly meeting for discussion and student input.

The draft policy states that a student’s parent or guardian will be notified on the second violation of either a minor in possession of alcohol or other alcohol related violations if the students are u

Adams thinks big for University’s co-rec program
Elizabeth Barrett
Tuesday, December 9th, 2008

Kent State graduate Jameson Adams began his career at the University in May after being given the job of recreational sports programming coordinator.

He works with intramural sports, outdoor adventures and club sports at the University.

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Few health benefits from energy drinks; experts say look at ingredients first
Karli Tedford
Tuesday, December 9th, 2008

The end of the fall semester is an exciting time, and the holidays fast approaching. But with the stress of finals looming over every student, some take extreme measures to keep their focus.

According to a report from National Public Radio, teenagers and young adults spend about $2.3 billion on heavily caffeinated drinks such as Monster, Rock Star and Red Bull, and the market continues to grow.

There is also Red Line, energy “shots,” the “plus energy” option at Starbucks and Smoothie King.

‘Red’ Murff: the legend of baseball legends
Jeremy Cotham
Tuesday, December 9th, 2008

Most baseball fans from my generation probably don’t recognize the name John Robert “Red” Murff or realize his connection to our University.

Murff spent most of his professional baseball career in the Minor Leagues — recording a no-hitter in 1951 and working a 19 2/3-inning game one year later.

He made his Major League debut in 1956 with the Milwaukee Braves and was with the team when it won the World Series against the New York Yankees in 1957.

McMurry edges Patriots in Saturday home game
Jeremy Cotham
Tuesday, December 9th, 2008

Senior Marzetta Shepard’s jumper with three seconds left in the game rimmed out giving the Patriots a heartbreaking 66-65 loss Saturday to McMurry University.

Just 11 seconds before that, McMurry’s Amber Horton gave her team the lead when she hit a jumper while using her left hand and being fouled at the same time.