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All new 'Fluh gives SRU community variety

Students unhappy about payment options, no meal use

High expectations surrounded the re-opening of the newly renovated Full story

Basketball

Big shots lead to victory over Gannon

Despite trailing by 11 points with 14 minutes left to play, the Slippery Rock University men's basketball team outscored Gannon University of Pennsylvania 37-19 during the final stretch of the game, leading to a 70-63 victory on Wednesday night. Full story

Tanning

Living with "tanorexia"

Tanning can lead to addiction symptoms

The spring semester has begun. Spring conjures up images of fresh leaves on the trees, fun in the sun after a long winter, putting away the winter coats and breaking out the shorts and t-shirts. But, as anyone who has lived in Slippery Rock knows, winter can certainly take its time turning into spring. Full story

SOPA

Proposed anti-piracy acts cause protests, unrest

Last week you may have noticed some of your favorite websites sporting a different look. The largest online protest in the history of the Internet was launched on Wednesday, Jan. 18 against the SOPA (Stop Online Piracy Act)/PIPA (Protect IP Act) bills. Full story

SRU News 1/27/12

New Fluh

All new 'Fluh gives SRU community variety

Students unhappy about payment options, no meal use

High expectations surrounded the re-opening of the newly renovated

PASSHE says SRU Provost Williams will remain in position, needed as negotiator with APSCUF

The Pennsylvania State Board of Governors announced Monday that William Williams, current provost of Slippery Rock University, will not serve as interim president following current president Robert Smith's retirement next week.

Arraignment set for Micaletti, Chieze

Bryan Chieze, 21-year-old former SRU student of New Castle, and Braydon Micaletti, 22-year-old former SRU student of New Castle, had their hearings on January 10, in regards to their involvement in an alleged sexual assault that occurred on September 29, 2011.

SOPA, PIPA bills delayed by online protests

Massive online protests helped bring two controversial anti-piracy bills to a halt last week, but the fight against copyright infringement is far from over.

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'Revive' water station added to new union

The Slippery Rock Student Government Association (SGA) gave a presentation on the future installation of a new filtered water station that will be available at the new union during their meeting Thursday.

Police Blotter

Police Blotter 1/27/12

SRU Sports 1/27/12

Basketball

Big shots lead to victory over Gannon

Despite trailing by 11 points with 14 minutes left to play, the Slippery Rock University men's basketball team outscored Gannon University of Pennsylvania 37-19 during the final stretch of the game, leading to a 70-63 victory on Wednesday night.

women's basketball

Rock outplayed by Gannon in second half, drop third straight

Slippery Rock women's basketball (5-12 overall, 1-2

Indoor track stays prepared over break

A long winter break can put a lot of pressure on college athletes. Everyone wants to catch up with old friends and just relax, but with a season still ahead of them, the Slippery Rock indoor track and field team has to stay focused and stick to their workout plan.

Forgotten Angels

Forgotten Angels travel to Haiti

On January 12, 2010, a devastating 7.0 earthquake hit the Caribbean nation of Haiti, near Port-au-Prince.

Paterno

Paterno death shows issues with social media

The recent death of former Pennsylvania State University head football coach, Joe Paterno, brought up several thoughts in my head.

SRU Campus Life 1/27/12

Tanning

Living with "tanorexia"

Tanning can lead to addiction symptoms

The spring semester has begun. Spring conjures up images of fresh leaves on the trees, fun in the sun after a long winter, putting away the winter coats and breaking out the shorts and t-shirts. But, as anyone who has lived in Slippery Rock knows, winter can certainly take its time turning into spring.

Weather a common cause of depression

Seasonal Affective Disorder can manifest during any time of year

Some students may find themselves experiencing overwhelming feelings regarding their schedules and the cold weather. This concept can lead to a type of depression psychologists call Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

snow plow

Student's love of outdoors and winter sports leads to enjoyment of snow removal job

While some students his age may find themselves dreaming of various hopes and desires, junior management major Scott

Fashion tips found in blogs and websites

The Internet has become a community for fashion lovers to get tips, give advice and read about the latest trends in the fashion industry.

Ask Ana

Ask Ana is a weekly advice column featuring questions from the students and community of Slippery Rock.

To send a question to Ana, send her an email at askanagraham@ymail.com or send her a message on Facebook at  www.facebook.com/askanagraham

SRU Opinion 1/27/12

SOPA

Proposed anti-piracy acts cause protests, unrest

Last week you may have noticed some of your favorite websites sporting a different look.

The largest online protest in the history of the Internet was launched on Wednesday, Jan. 18 against the SOPA (Stop Online Piracy Act)/PIPA (Protect IP Act) bills.

SOPA/PIPA bills would be like killing a fly with an atomic bomb

Many regular readers of this fine publication may notice that I am not, in fact, the indomitable Spencer Cadden presenting opinions on the great issues of the day.

Weight loss campaigns push wrong message

While watching television, I saw many different versions of the same concept. There are so many commercials about weight loss programs airing these days I can hardly keep up with them all.

Demand for technology has gotten out of hand

Technology has always been a popular luxury that was mostly associated with youth, but over the years it has transformed to a fully capable and living force.

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SRU News 1/27/12

New Fluh

All new 'Fluh gives SRU community variety

Students unhappy about payment options, no meal use

High expectations surrounded the re-opening of the newly renovated

PASSHE says SRU Provost Williams will remain in position, needed as negotiator with APSCUF

The Pennsylvania State Board of Governors announced Monday that William Williams, current provost of Slippery Rock University, will not serve as interim president following current president Robert Smith's retirement next week.

Arraignment set for Micaletti, Chieze

Bryan Chieze, 21-year-old former SRU student of New Castle, and Braydon Micaletti, 22-year-old former SRU student of New Castle, had their hearings on January 10, in regards to their involvement in an alleged sexual assault that occurred on September 29, 2011.

SOPA, PIPA bills delayed by online protests

Massive online protests helped bring two controversial anti-piracy bills to a halt last week, but the fight against copyright infringement is far from over.

guy

'Revive' water station added to new union

The Slippery Rock Student Government Association (SGA) gave a presentation on the future installation of a new filtered water station that will be available at the new union during their meeting Thursday.

Police Blotter

Police Blotter 1/27/12

SRU Campus Life 1/27/12

Tanning

Living with "tanorexia"

Tanning can lead to addiction symptoms

The spring semester has begun. Spring conjures up images of fresh leaves on the trees, fun in the sun after a long winter, putting away the winter coats and breaking out the shorts and t-shirts. But, as anyone who has lived in Slippery Rock knows, winter can certainly take its time turning into spring.

Weather a common cause of depression

Seasonal Affective Disorder can manifest during any time of year

Some students may find themselves experiencing overwhelming feelings regarding their schedules and the cold weather. This concept can lead to a type of depression psychologists call Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

snow plow

Student's love of outdoors and winter sports leads to enjoyment of snow removal job

While some students his age may find themselves dreaming of various hopes and desires, junior management major Scott

Fashion tips found in blogs and websites

The Internet has become a community for fashion lovers to get tips, give advice and read about the latest trends in the fashion industry.

Ask Ana

Ask Ana is a weekly advice column featuring questions from the students and community of Slippery Rock.

To send a question to Ana, send her an email at askanagraham@ymail.com or send her a message on Facebook at  www.facebook.com/askanagraham

SRU Sports 1/27/12

Basketball

Big shots lead to victory over Gannon

Despite trailing by 11 points with 14 minutes left to play, the Slippery Rock University men's basketball team outscored Gannon University of Pennsylvania 37-19 during the final stretch of the game, leading to a 70-63 victory on Wednesday night.

women's basketball

Rock outplayed by Gannon in second half, drop third straight

Slippery Rock women's basketball (5-12 overall, 1-2

Indoor track stays prepared over break

A long winter break can put a lot of pressure on college athletes. Everyone wants to catch up with old friends and just relax, but with a season still ahead of them, the Slippery Rock indoor track and field team has to stay focused and stick to their workout plan.

Forgotten Angels

Forgotten Angels travel to Haiti

On January 12, 2010, a devastating 7.0 earthquake hit the Caribbean nation of Haiti, near Port-au-Prince.

Paterno

Paterno death shows issues with social media

The recent death of former Pennsylvania State University head football coach, Joe Paterno, brought up several thoughts in my head.

Letter to the Editor

Thank you for your support Slippery Rock

So many times, we hear the negative news of what is happening on our campus. 

New union should’ve been named more carefully

My name is Noah True-Daniels and I am a Slippery Rock University alumnus; I graduated in 2007 with a degree in political science.

1 comment

‘Ask Ana’ should act more like a role model

As an active member/executive board member of various student organizations on campus, I am disappointed with the lack of an appropriate display of role models to Slippery Rock University's student body.

2 comments

Off-campus housing article was misleading

As the local community owner and operator of Campus Side Apartments, I am writing to express my disappointment in both the content and lack of objectivity contained in the lead article in the Nov. 11 issue of The Rocket concerning off-campus housing.

Students don’t give staff enough credit

I am writing to you about how we oversee the little things in life.

Clearing up Happy Bus rumors, confusion

With the many concerns expressed about the Happy Bus in recent weeks, I would like to take the opportunity to clear up some of the misunderstandings and hopefully answer a lot of the questions that have been asked.

Rape, assaults will not be tolerated at SRU, victims should not be blamed

In September 2011, an SRU student was allegedly gang-raped by two SRU students in a house behind Ginger Hill. 

Happy Bus should be a safe haven

I am absolutely thrilled to say that our second child is now enrolled as a freshman at SRU.  Our oldest child graduated in 2009 with an amazing education and a college experience second to none.   My husband and I are proud to be Slippery Rock parents and constantly tout the university to our friends and family members when they are beginning to consider college choices for their own children. 2 comments

National Pan-Hellenic Council apology

On behalf of the National Pan-Hellenic Council: We would like to apologize for the negative actions that were portrayed by various visiting fraternities on October 15, 2011, at the Black Action Society Homecoming Party.  NPHC plans to take all necessary precautions to rebuild the Slippery Rock community and to ensure these events do not transpire in the future.

Littering on campus needs to stop

My name is Carolyn Colosimo and I have worked at SRU for 26 years.  

I love to read The Rocket as it keeps me in touch with the social side of our students as I work primarily with their academic side. 

SRU’s green initiatives fall short

My name is Dan Cannon. I graduated from SRU in 2008 with BS in Geography, tract: Environmental Studies. While on campus during my last two years, I dedicated my free time to making Slippery Rock University a better place.

Carefully consider naming of new union

 

Dear Editor,

 

Student leaders should give more thought before giving away the naming rights to the new union.  It is understandable that some want to honor the president, but the name is a valuable asset. They need to give consideration to the future generations who will bear the financial burden of paying off the thirty-five million dollar construction bond. They also should understand that the new union was originally not a student initiative but rather an idea that came from the former vice president of student affairs. The plan was to build a new facility that would include a performing arts center and when that idea was shot down, they went on to push for this building.

SRU Opinion 1/27/12

SOPA

Proposed anti-piracy acts cause protests, unrest

Last week you may have noticed some of your favorite websites sporting a different look.

The largest online protest in the history of the Internet was launched on Wednesday, Jan. 18 against the SOPA (Stop Online Piracy Act)/PIPA (Protect IP Act) bills.

SOPA/PIPA bills would be like killing a fly with an atomic bomb

Many regular readers of this fine publication may notice that I am not, in fact, the indomitable Spencer Cadden presenting opinions on the great issues of the day.

Weight loss campaigns push wrong message

While watching television, I saw many different versions of the same concept. There are so many commercials about weight loss programs airing these days I can hardly keep up with them all.

Demand for technology has gotten out of hand

Technology has always been a popular luxury that was mostly associated with youth, but over the years it has transformed to a fully capable and living force.