'A' is for 'activism'Apple Day celebrates activism
Pittsburg State celebrated its 102nd Apple Day at 3 p.m. Thursday, March 6, in Porter Hall. This year's theme was "Every Gorilla Makes a Difference," signifying an emphasis on activism. Following a speech by keynote speaker Maggie Fleming, the rest of the convocation was divided between a historical lecture by university historian Randy Roberts, and several awards presentations.…
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Globe-trotting PSU alum speaks of African relief work
Maggie Fleming has studied in Scotland, worked with an organization from Switzerland, and helped AIDS victims in Africa. On Thursday, she returned home to her alma mater, Pittsburg State University. "All of our actions do make a difference, whether we mean for them to or not," said Fleming, who now works as a human rights adviser for Sen.…
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Group to help reconstruct New Orleans
While many PSU students will be spending their spring break bronzing their bodies at the beach or hitting one of the many spring break hot spots, members of the Campus Christians group will be aiding in the reconstruction of a demolished community. Through the International Disaster Emergency Service (IDES), 18 members of Campus Christians will venture south to Slidell, La.…
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BSA, HOT lobby for move to Overman
Student groups involved in the Multicultural Resource Center want to move to the Overman Student Center. Representatives of Hispanics of Today and the Black Student Association will talk to SGA about moving to the student center so that they can be more visible to students.…
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Here he is, 'Mr. Cinderfella'
The Crimson and Gold ballroom received a makeover last Thursday, when it was transformed into the setting for Alpha Sigma Alpha's "Mr. Cinderfella." The contestants began the beauty pageant with swim wear, and the crowd delightfully cheered on the men in bikinis with makeup, wigs and even some shaved legs.…
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