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Audience members overcome fear of reptiles at Snakes Alive! exhibit

Audience members overcome fear of reptiles at Snakes Alive! exhibit
Tom Kessenich is living his dream. Kessenich, 49, tours the country with his reptiles in the show Snakes Alive!, a hands-on reptile exhibit, which came to the University Union Multipurpose Room on Tuesday. Kessenich's fascination with reptiles started when he was a boy.… 1 Comment

"Kick Butts Week" to help students quit unhealthy habit

The first week in April will give students an opportunity to give their bad habits a good old kick in the butt. Students looking to quit smoking will be given helpful resources during the upcoming annual "Kick Butts Week." A series of events take place throughout the week in an attempt to aid those who want to stop smoking.… Post the First Comment

Afghan woman helps support civil rights in Middle East

Afghan woman helps support civil rights in Middle East
Women's struggles for equal rights in the United States is a subject that many people are familiar with. But probably far fewer are aware that in countries like Afghanistan, worse struggles continue to go on. Fahima Vorgetts, an Afghan women's activist, visited Slippery Rock University on Thursday to give a presentation about the struggles of women in Afghanistan since the fall of the Taliban in 2001.… Post the First Comment

Award-winning grille satisfies hungry customers

Award-winning grille satisfies hungry customers
It's easy to see why Barry's Starwood Grille, located in New Castle, is "award-winning." Serving a few traditional items along with some unique dishes, this restaurant has managed to stand out among the rest while still serving up taste-bud-pleasing meals.… Post the First Comment

Big budget flick has great effects, but plot not so hot

Big budget flick has great effects, but plot not so hot
"10,000 B.C." is a visually stunning and entertaining special effects extravaganza. But unfortunately, with all the focus on the visuals, the script and acting are average at best. The story has all of the elements of a great movie: amazing special effects, grandiose action sequences, a sweet and touching romance and voiceover narration, which is absolutely essential for this type of movie, in my opinion, because it makes the film feel older and makes it feel like you're watching a story that has been told over generations.… Post the First Comment

In-demand ventriloquist to perform at SRU April 3

Lazy camel, peppy Muppet, cranky old man among puppets used
In-demand ventriloquist to perform at SRU April 3
Acts brought to campus by the University Program Board can range from musical groups to comedians, and the newest performer coming to SRU will be Lynn Trefzger. On April 3, Trefzger will come to display her skills as a ventriloquist. Trefzger has been performing since she was 10, presenting her acts at private parties and church events.… Post the First Comment

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