The Wittenberg Torch

Letter writing: A dying art?

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

By the time you handwrite a letter, re-read it for mistakes, find an envelope of appropriate size, purchase a stamp at ever-increasing rates, and find a mailbox in which to deposit the final product, writing a letter to a friend or family member suddenly doesn't seem very appealing.

On the Rise farm helps local troubled teens

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

They share goats, donkeys, turkeys, vegetable gardens, and the occasional family of mice living in the chicken coop. They also share the responsibility of looking after strong-willed, adventurous adolescents. But the commonality that holds Debbie McCullough and Cathy Tofstad together is their passion for waking up each morning to live their dream of helping community members in need of guidance, education, and care.

Outstanding Witt women honored

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On March 27, outstanding women at Wittenberg were recognized in a unique event, the Wittenberg Women Recognition Reception. Headed by Forest Wortham, the event was planned by a committee of seniors Andrea Singer, Cate Downing, and Riley Stoermer.

Wittenberg returns to Lesotho

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

What has eight percent of this year's graduating class done over the course of their college careers? Gone to Lesotho.
Lesotho is part of the Southern African Kingdom where Wittenberg students have been spending part of their summers since 2003 for service learning.

Wittfest 2008: Cartel takes the stage

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

WittFest is one of the most highly-anticipated annual activities at Wittenberg, and this year is no exception. Union Board has selected the band Cartel as the headlining band for this year's music festival.
Cartel, the five member band, broke into the scene in 2006, when they sold almost a quarter million records, began to be played on radio and MTV, and began their first headlining tour.

Alma Mater and Alma Lux revealed at annual Honors Convocation

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

At the Honors Convocation this afternoon two of the most prestigious awards at Wittenberg, Alma Mater and Alma Lux, were presented to Manoach Lamarre and Lauren Bryant.

The Wittenberg University Academic Catalog states that a candidate for Alma Mater is a junior woman who "must possess depth of character and show consistent leadership, service and concern for the college community.

Are mom and dad giving too much cushion?

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Students at Wittenberg are associated with a reputation of being spoiled when it comes to money and how it is spent, according to a recent poll.

An informal and unscientific poll of 180 Wittenberg students revealed that students are more concerned with spending mom and dad's money on guilty pleasures such as alcohol and entertainment than on groceries.

Laugh yourself to the past with HaHa Pizza

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Ha Ha Pizza, "home of the whole wheat pizza," is a down-to-earth pizza joint known for its unique tastes and friendly yet slower service that is laid back and on "Antioch time." Located right off of Route 68, Ha Ha Pizza sits on the corner of laidback Yellow Springs.

The Torch's take:

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Turn on any television or radio station anywhere, and you'll hear their familiar cry. "Barack Obama is an elitist." "Won't Hillary just drop out?" "Is John McCain conservative enough?"

It's the sound of television news journalists covering, dicing, splicing, and dissecting every possible facet of this year's presidential candidates.

"Enchanted" lives up to its title- DVD review

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Disney has done it again and, after watching their latest movie "Enchanted," I was shocked at my original lack of faith.

"Life on the Lake" offers eye-opening trip

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Last weekend, Wittenberg University's Shouvlin Center played host to an intriguing and lively new art exhibit sponsored by Wittenberg University, Eyes Wide Open Worldwide, and the city of Springfield.
The program, titled "Life on the Water," was a collection of photographs taken by nine children ages 6 to 17 living in the Tonle Sap Region of Cambodia.

Close races yield record results in senate elections

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Seven months before the eagerly anticipated 2008 presidential elections, Wittenberg had an important election of its own. A record turnout and first-time online voting were the hallmarks of this year's Student Senate Elections, held Tuesday, April 8.
According to Dean of Students Sarah Kelly, 49 percent of the student body cast votes, which Kelly deemed in an email to all students "a huge success."

Sonic aims for tasty, retro thrills

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Springfield has a new kid in town: Sonic. Famous for their shakes, slushes, and funny commercials, "America's Drive In," tries to create the retro experience, but has fallen short.

Men's lacrosse sustains key injuries - will count on leadership and team play to finish season strong

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Prior to this season, the voices of men's lacrosse team would have been boasting with confidence. Talk of a new year and a new team stacked with veterans and young talent had given the Tigers plenty of reason to be optimistic. According to sophomore captain Jeff Capella, the key to this year's turnaround from last season's 6-6 (1-4 NCAC) record would be consistency.

Olympics torch continues controversial tour in Oman

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

MUSCAT, Oman (AP) _ Thousands cheered and some danced with traditional daggers along the Olympic torch's path through Oman's capital Monday, a festive greeting that contrasted with disrupting protests elsewhere on the flame's global journey.

Under tight security, about 80 torchbearers ferried the flame down into the heart of this hilly Persian Gulf sultanate's capital, passing under historic stone arches and alongside the old souk, before winding along the edge of the Gulf coast against the backdrop of spectacular mountains.

Yankees unearth buried Red Sox jersey beneath new stadium

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) _ A construction worker's bid to curse the New York Yankees by planting a Boston Red Sox jersey in their new stadium was foiled Sunday when the home team removed the offending shirt from its burial spot.

After locating the shirt in a service corridor behind what will be a restaurant in the new Yankee Stadium, construction workers jackhammered through the concrete Sunday and pulled it out.