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Swine flu scare brings students home

As the world panics about the swiftly spreading swine flu, returning Mexico study-away student Colby Lewis is just happy to be back in her sweats and flip-flops. "It was kind of hard because, from my family's perspective, they were taking it really serious because of the news, and then the embassy here said it was just a flu," said Lewis, a senior double majoring in marketing sales and Spanish who was studying at the University of Monterrey in northeastern Mexico.

Terminal scheduled to open

by Sandy Ryan in News

The Springfield-Branson National Airport will be opening its new Midfield Terminal May 6 after construction began in June 2006. Kent Boyd, the marketing director of the airport, said the terminal, located near the old terminal on west Kearney Street, will open on the sixth with a ribbon cutting ceremony held by the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, and at this point, they are just fixing up the odds and ends.

Branding becomes new popular body-art trend

by Nic Stogsdill in Features

Branding is a less-practiced body art than tattooing, but it is around on campus. Most people who are looking to get body art see branding as extreme, and many decide against brands in favor of tattoos. To some fraternities, though, branding is a way to show loyalty, and often, members get brands as a sign of devotion.

Baumann pitching among MVC's best

Talented lefty credits faith for success

by Jon Poorman in Sports

With an 8-1 record and a 2.42 ERA, junior pitcher Buddy Baumann has been a dominant force for the Bears on the mound this season. Now, he is receiving national attention for his accomplishments on the field. Last week, Baumann was named to the first-watch list for the College Baseball Foundation Pitcher of the Year Award.

MSU win makes history

National trip next for Bears

by Kai Raymer in Sports

Accomplishing its season-long goal of winning the Great Rivers Lacrosse Conference Playoffs means this season's Missouri State team is on uncharted territory. The Bears held off Wheaton 14-13 Saturday night to win the GRLC and secure their first-ever spot in the national championship tournament.

Parker using patience

Former MSU goalie eager for action in MLS

by Kevin Price in Sports

Missouri State graduate Lance Parker had a standout career as the soccer team's goalkeeper before he graduated. "He was the complete package," coach Jon Leamy said. "He is bright and intelligent. You didn't have to tell him stuff twice. He always worked hard on the little stuff.

SGA adds step to penal system

by Geoff Pickle in News

Student Government Association will have a new form of senatorial punishment next semester after a resolution was passed during the last meeting of the spring semester. A censure is basically a formal reprimand for senatorial missteps, said William Hader, speaker pro-tempore of the Senate and the resolution's author.… Post the First Comment

Calling all kings and queens

by Geoff Pickle in News

A drag show featuring both drag queens and kings was held Thursday night in the Carrington Hall auditorium to benefit AIDS Project of the Ozarks, a local non-profit organization. The show was dubbed "Project Dragway" and was hosted by BiGALA. About 30 people attended the event.… Post the First Comment

Combat allergies

by Sarah Erst in Features

Many individuals are finding themselves miserable without cause as they sneeze and rub their red, itchy eyes or dab at their drippy noses. The culprit: outdoor allergies. As spring makes its slow entry, the highest tree-pollen counts of the year are occurring simultaneously, leading to an increase in outdoor allergy symptoms.… Post the First Comment

MSU bids administrator farewell

by Kathryn Wall in News

One article on Chris Craig could never sum up the depth of his personality, the profound impact he's made on campus or the strength of the relationships he will leave behind in August. Craig will be leaving his position as associate provost for the faculty to pursue a leadership position at Drury University after over 15 years of service.… Post the First Comment

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