Collegio

Saying goodbye

Thu, 07 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Students, faculty and staff said their goodbyes to President Tom Bryant and wife, Koeta, at his farewell reception on Thursday, April 30. Bryant and his wife received awards expressing thanks for their contributions to the university from the Student Government Association, Classified Senate and Faculty Senate and a certificate of recognition from the state of Kansas.

Scott outlines immediate plans

Thu, 07 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The chairwoman of the Kansas Board of Regents praised Steve Scott as the right pick for PSU president because he is student-oriented.
Donna Shank spoke at a ceremony Tuesday to formally introduce the ninth president of PSU to students, faculty, staff and the community.

Johnson, Walters named 2009 outstanding seniors

Thu, 07 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Jeremy Johnson, graduating student in English, and Emily Walters, who is graduating with a dual major in mathematics and biology, were selected as the 2009 class's outstanding seniors.
The two were chosen based on their academic performance, contributions to the college and contributions to the community.

Officials try to take bite out of Shark Night

Thu, 07 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Every year the fraternities along South Broadway by the campus hold a collective party called Shark Night. Shark Night is a way to celebrate the beginning of the fall semester and the start of pledge week for the fraternities.
However, after the past couple of years, when more than 1,000 people have attended the festivities, members of the university's administration and local police forces plan to make some changes to this year's gathering.

PSU Briefs

Thu, 07 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Group to provide
finals week massages

Pitt State students are invited to a finals week stressbuster neck and shoulder massage under a licensed masseuse, Lorraine Achey, at 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, in the main level lounge of the Overman Student Center.

Broadcast students garner state awards

Thu, 07 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Pittsburg State University broadcasting students received nine first-place awards at the Kansas Association Broadcasters conference in April.
Aaron Thompson, senior in communication, won two first-place awards in the undergraduate category: Enterprise news package "Malcolm Jamal Warner Visits Pittsburg State" and complete sports feature "2008 Springball Package.

Senior exhibit touches on personal, practical

Thu, 07 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The culmination of four years of study for six female artists is on display in Porter Hall for the senior art exhibit, titled "So on and So Forth..." The exhibit features the students' selection of works from their portfolios and personal creations.
A variety of media are on display, from photography and painting to calendars and stationery.

NOTHING

Thu, 07 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

I've got nothing to say today. I got nothing. Nothing.
Which is sad when you consider how much is going on around campus. Belligerent, bone-headed preachers instigating screaming matches in the Oval. A new president taking the wheel from an old favorite. Scary, scary budget cutbacks.

Bittersweet

Thu, 07 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

OVERLAND PARK - The Gorilla softball team saw its season come to an end following two consecutive losses in the MIAA championship tournament at the Blue Valley Recreation Complex.
The Gorillas dropped the opening game 9-0 to the Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks. The Gorillas managed only four hits against UNO starter Melissa Negrete, who improved to 16-6 on the season.

The home strech

Thu, 07 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

JOPLIN, MO. - The Pitt State track and field team had a strong showing last weekend at the MIAA Outdoor Championships at Fred Hughes Stadium on the campus of Missouri Southern.
The men's team finished second overall with 168 points behind Central Missouri.

'Hope is my ally'

Thu, 07 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

David Francis was an average boy. Growing up in Golden City, Mo., he was ornery, loved the outdoors, hanging out with friends and getting his hands dirty working on cars.
He was just beginning his second semester in the PSU automotive program when his whole life changed.