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Dinner with Diane

November 20, 2012

Written by: Diane Ferritto This past Thursday, I had the privilege of attending Goodwill's Taste of Vintage event. The annual event features a fashion show of all of the vintage attire that has been donated...

Sudoku Solution 11-20

November 20, 2012

The love movement is taking over

November 20, 2012

Written by: Brandon Winter What is the one thought that every person has as their life comes to a close? “Did I love?” “Did I love enough?” “Did the people around me know that I loved them?”...

Thanks for Thanksgiving

November 20, 2012

Written by: Abigail Chaff With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it is easy to bypass the holiday altogether and simply say “It’s almost Christmas!” I am saddened to see Christmas lights already...

Diabetes Awareness Month brings light to those affected

November 20, 2012

Written by: Forrest Dukes Think blue in November for National Diabetes Awareness Month, and hope for an end to a disease that affects 25.8 million people in America. “I am constantly worried about...

Society still struggles with inequality

November 20, 2012

Written by: Alicia Seitz Dr. L. Diane Barnes, an associate professor of history at Youngstown State University, spoke at The University of Akron’s Martin University Center on Wednesday at the history...

Our View: Why you wanna leave now?

November 15, 2012

Written by: Abigail Chaff Have you heard the news? According to whitehouse.gov, thousands of people from 36 states want to secede from the United States and form their own governments. Since the reelection...

Laughter: the cure for everyone’s problems

November 15, 2012

Written by: Abigail Chaff With Hurricane Sandy drenching us to the bone and winter fast approaching, it is easy to get a case of the blues that you just can’t shake. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD),...

Girl About Campus: a girl at a bar

November 15, 2012

Written by: Helen Dauka Young women face a lot of challenges when they decide to partake in a night out. Before you even show your ID to the bouncer, you’re faced with a copious amount of decisions. Should...

Repairing Fractured Wings

November 15, 2012

Written by: Donita Brown There once was a girl, so young and carefree. She longed to be amongst the butterflies and birds, soaring high, flying from place to place, and being engulfed in the crisp, clear...

Sudoku solution 11-15

November 15, 2012

Retired cardiologist describes spiritual journey

November 15, 2012

Written by: Katelyn Freil When Dr. Terry A. Gordon found out that his son had been in a car accident that left him paralyzed, he immediately got on a plane to Colorado to see him. While on the plane,...

Students build Cardboard City for awareness week

November 15, 2012

Written by: Adam Nelson National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week kicked off at The University of Akron on Sunday at 6 p.m. with the Cardboard City event in the Student Union. The event, led by...

Proenza holds State of the University Address

November 13, 2012

Written by: Marcus Nicholson Dr. Louis Proenza, president of The University of Akron, held his 13th annual State of the University Address on Thursday. He spoke about new ideas for the university, what...

AcapaROOza gathers for second annual concert

November 13, 2012

Written by: Forrest Dukes The University of Akron hosted an a capella concert to benefit soldiers on Sunday. The concert, held by The University of Akron in Leigh Hall, was the second annual AcapaROOza...

Sudoku solution 11-13

November 13, 2012

Dinner with Diane

November 13, 2012

Written by: Diane Ferritto When you think "Italian," there are a few things that come to mind. One of the first is likely to be food. I like to think that my heritage has significantly contributed to...

Akron Comic-Con rises

November 13, 2012

Written by: Beau Brown Comic-Con is essentially every nerd's paradise. Shelves lined with aged comic books wrapped in plastic, merchandise decorated with characters from various fandoms, and people dressed...

Bragging about mediocrity

November 13, 2012

Written by: Andrew Golden I find elevator rides fascinating. In the marketing world, an “elevator pitch” is a carefully crafted attempt to make a connection with, and to inform, a decision-maker during...

Commuter competition

November 13, 2012

Written by: Kara Hemphill Picture this: You’ve just arrived on campus and are patrolling your favorite parking lot for a spot, as usual. As you round a corner, you spot someone unlocking their car....

Sudoku solution 11-8

November 8, 2012

 

Voting Rights Act affects people years later

November 8, 2012

Written by: Emily Barry The Voting Rights Act, signed into law by Lyndon B. Johnson on Aug. 6, 1965, states that “No voting qualification or prerequisite to voting, or standard, practice, or procedure...

Politics: the good, the bad and the ugly

November 8, 2012

Written by: Nicole Loepp There is no question that the recent presidential election stirred up controversy. The rivalry between President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney was not, however,  restricted...

Obama to stay four more years

November 8, 2012

Written by: Katelyn Freil President Barack Obama was reelected on Tuesday for a second term as the president of the United States. For every student at The University of Akron that is happy with the...

Presidential debates important, not enough to sway some students

November 8, 2012

Written by: Victoria Barrientos Many students looked to presidential debates to cast an informed vote in the first election in which they were eligible to vote. Whether the debates actually swayed their...

Dear Miranda

November 8, 2012

My new boyfriend has a lot of baggage, and it's too much for me to think about sometimes. I never thought I would be into someone like him, but I can't help myself. We talk, and things are good between...

Collage 2012

November 8, 2012

Written by: Rachel Ake Witnessing a truly spectacular musical performance is a rare occasion; witnessing it at your very own college is a gift. The audience that attended Collage 2012! on Thursday evening...

Lies, money and the media

November 8, 2012

Written by: Matthew Balsinger As this election cycle comes to a close (finally), there are three unprecedented problems with politics and public discourse that I see coming to a head. These problems are...

Girl About Campus: Oh, Republican dads

November 8, 2012

Written by: Helen Dauka Three roommates. Three best friends. Three non-confrontational people. I am talking about the same three people here, FYI. My roommates and I are pretty tight. Minus the fact that...

Local dance company shakes up the world of dance with its eclectic vibe

November 6, 2012

Written by: Beau Brown "I noticed many talented dancers who were born here leaving Ohio to pursue their dance careers, and this upset me," said Kelli Sanford, artistic director of The RED Company. "I...

Undecided voters running out of time

November 6, 2012

Written by: Julie Kline Many student voters are still undecided going into Tuesday’s presidential election. “Both men have good ideas, but neither candidate fits my specific needs,” said senior...

Cost of education important to students and candidates

November 6, 2012

Written by: Joe Zazo Some University of Akron students feel that education plays an important role in the upcoming presidential election, while others are not so sure what either candidate has to offer. According...

First-time voters feeling the heat

November 6, 2012

Written by: Rosheeda Bryant With just hours left before the close 2012 presidential election, first-time voters at The University of Akron are feeling stressed, overwhelmed and excited. “I am feeling...

College Democrats rally for Obama

November 6, 2012

Written by: Forrest Dukes The College Democrats at The University of Akron (CDUA) have been working hard this semester to get local college students to reelect President Obama. “We need to win this...

Campaign ads help some, annoy others

November 6, 2012

Written by: Alicia Seitz As the polls begin to open and voting starts, student voters are looking for more actual information than just campaign ads. Student voters hear campaign ads every time they...

Clinton brings Obama campaign to Akron

November 6, 2012

Written by: Katelyn Freil and Heather Beyer When President Barack Obama announced his plans to hold a campaign rally at the James A. Rhodes Arena last week, English professor Dr. Bob Pope was reminded...

Sudoku solution 11-6

November 6, 2012

 

Exercise your right

November 6, 2012

Written by: Abigail Chaff I always felt like I was too cool to vote. I was above the discussions and the arguments that come along with a presidential campaign. How is anyone supposed to choose a leader...

Why choose Obama

November 6, 2012

Written by: Jessica Johnson As I look at my absentee ballot for this election, I wonder, “Which presidential candidate really is going to send this country forward and make the progress that I want...

Sudoku solution 11-1

November 1, 2012

 

University students bowl for scholarships

November 1, 2012

Written by: Emily Beckwith Last Sunday, the Eddie Elias Scholarship Bowling Tournament took place, in which $7,000 in scholarships were awarded to students. The tournament, which took place in the Student...

Recent weather not enough to close this campus

November 1, 2012

Written by: Katelyn Freil The storm weather around campus for the past few days has caused wind-swept hair, wet clothes and a disgruntled attitude for many students who had to walk to class in the rain...

The Bacchae comes to Sandefur Theatre

November 1, 2012

Written by: Heather Beyer Theatergoers will be taken on a thrilling journey at UA's theater department's production of "The Bacchae," set to open tonight at 7:30 p.m. in Guzzetta Hall's Sandefur Theatre. The...

Nameless

November 1, 2012

Written by: A.J. Nold "No matter how sweet and innocent your leading characters, make awful things happen to them — in order that the reader may see what they are made of." – Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. "I...

Girl About Campus: Where have all the oddities gone?

November 1, 2012

Written by: Helen Dauka I hope that this article makes sense to you, no matter your class standing. I remember a time when it was like an initiation into The University of Akron to see the Rapping Guy...

Don’t worry, it’s just a little rain

November 1, 2012

Written by: Abigail Chaff When Kent State, Tri-C and all of the Akron Public Schools closed on Tuesday, and when many of the public schools preemptively canceled Wednesday classes as well, you have to...

America: biggest loser at losing weight

November 1, 2012

Written by: Alan Agnew I ask the reader to please cut the soft drinks, candy, desserts and bread out of their diet if he or she desires to avoid storing too much fat. Mayor Bloomberg proposed a ban on...

Sudoku solution 10-30

October 30, 2012

Confessions of a Barista

October 30, 2012

Written by: Anonymous First off, let's be clear: As a barista at a rather well-known coffee shop, I have had the privilege of experiencing all of the joyous flaws of the human race. And let me tell...

President Obama to visit UA campus

October 30, 2012

Written by: Katelyn Freil President Barack Obama will visit The University of Akron this Wednesday as part of his presidential campaign. The president will speak in the James A. Rhodes Arena. Doors open...

RIP to the CD

October 30, 2012

Written by: Eric Warsinskey How many of you remember the days of spending hours scouring the CD section at Best Buy, Target or your local music store? Those days are long gone, thanks to the onset of...

The costume conundrum

October 30, 2012

Written by: Kara Hemphill   With Halloween just around the corner, there’s no doubt that we’ll be seeing a lot more strange outfits in the next few days — be it at parties, trick-or-treating, or...

Scarecrow wins a trip to Vegas

October 30, 2012

Written by: Alexandra Long Last Thursday, at E.J. Thomas Hall, The University of Akron held its annual Boo at the Roo festival. Students dressed up in their favorite costumes and danced the night away,...

Bullying ends here

October 30, 2012

Written by: Alexandra Didato “The goal of this program was simple: Put an end to bullying.” Eric “Cheeto” Zito, a sophomore at The University of Akron, held a Cyberbullying Awareness program...

Whose experience?

October 30, 2012

Written by: Matthew Balsinger One of the biggest changes for students this year is the completely new Zipline — or, rather, what was formerly known as Zipline. This new setup is called “My Akron...

Political burnout trending

October 25, 2012

Written by: Kara Hemphill With the next presidential election just a couple of weeks away, it’s no surprise that politics have been getting more attention from the media and the public alike. This is...

I now pronouce you married and fasionable

October 25, 2012

Written by: Channing Murrock Planning a wedding can be fun, but also stressful at times. Many people want their weddings to be enjoyable, memorable, budget-friendly and trendy. In order to hit all of...

Girl About Campus: Roommate blues

October 25, 2012

Written by: Helen Dauka Breakups are hard, no matter what type of relationship you’re in. When your roommate breaks things off with you, it’s no different. In fact, it might be more awkward. Depending...

TEDxAkron

October 25, 2012

Written by: Sarah Koester The University of Akron will host the second official TEDxEvent in Akron this Friday. TEDxAkron is an expansion of the annual TED (Technology, Entertainment and Design) conference...

Smart phones are making us dumb

October 25, 2012

Written by: Katelyn Freil Technology has become such an integral part of so many people’s lives through the forms of computers, tablets, music devices and especially iPhones or other Android phones. For...

Akron loves Masonic Drumm's

October 25, 2012

Written by: Sarah Koester Walking around the littered outskirts of campus is not pleasant until you come across Don Drumm Studios & Gallery. Whether you want to relieve yourself of stress, have an appreciation...

Project RISE works to keep kids warm

October 25, 2012

Written by: Katelyn Freil It may seem warm out now, but many people are already getting out their scarves, heavy coats and warm blankets. Young students who are not fortunate enough to have warm blankets,...

Sudoku solution 10-23

October 23, 2012

Halloween Haunts

October 23, 2012

Written by: Beau Brown Hundreds and hundreds of people lined the parking lot of an old, abandoned factory building last Saturday as they waited for the plunge into an hour's worth of haunts and scares...

Students not the only ones being tested

October 23, 2012

Written by: Nicholas Nussen Something very disheartening happened the other day. In place of a routine quiz, my English professor handed out a very difficult essay question. Ordinarily, we students would...

BOO at the ROO

October 23, 2012

Written by: Ranier Alexander The University of Akron’s E.J. Thomas Hall is hosting a Halloween celebration for all students to enjoy. Boo at the Roo, a night of dancing, costumes and food, will be...

Docs rock out for charity concert

October 23, 2012

Written by: Michael Crossland Sequined gowns, Motown, Ozzy Osbourne and giant rats are not things you often associate with physicians. If you had attended this year's Docs Who Rock event at E.J. Thomas...

When hairy met sammie

October 23, 2012

Written by: Abigail Chaff The face of someone who has just found a hair in their food may be the most priceless face to behold. It is inevitably going to happen to you. No one is immune to the horror...

Dating expert gives UA students advice

October 23, 2012

Written by: Alexandra Didato The Dating Doctor visited The University of Akron Wednesday evening to shed light on the realities of dating. Dave Coleman, better known as The Dating Doctor, shared the...

Halloween Haunts

October 18, 2012

Written by: Katelyn Freil Despite a little rain and wind, Sunday was a great day for riding roller coasters at Cedar Point. But for haunted house fans, October weekends at "America's roller coast" are...

The power of purple

October 18, 2012

Written by: Gabrielle Glandorf In October of 1981, the first Day of Unity was observed by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, according to their website, with the purpose of connecting battered...

Paying tuition to learn, not to be attacked

October 18, 2012

Written by: Sharon Jones This semester, I have had to deal with a very sarcastic and snide professor in a fine arts class. Frankly, I am highly unsatisfied with this professor’s conduct and low level...

Gypsies shine light on Akron

October 18, 2012

Written by: Beau Brown Dozens of unusual, brilliantly-lit kiosks and gypsy wagons lined University Park during the annual Light-UP Lantern Festival: Caravan of Lights event, at the intersection of...

Human trafficking not just in foreign countries

October 18, 2012

Written by: Alexandra Didato “Human trafficking” is a phrase that has long been associated with foreign nations. But it is an issue that continues to be a problem in the United States, and it is an...

Human trafficking: not just in the movies

October 18, 2012

Written by: Alexandra Didato The other day I was listening to the radio in my car and was appalled by a song that came on one of Akron’s “hit” radio stations: “Whistle” by Flo Rida. Have you...

China Week promotes culture around campus

October 16, 2012

Written by: Marcus Nicholson The University of Akron's Confucius Institute gave UA students a chance to sample the cultural richness of China during China Week. China Week is a way for students to learn...

Where have all the letters gone?

October 16, 2012

Written by: Abigail Chaff Who doesn’t have an opinion about the Buchtelite? I’ve heard things like “It’s so boring” and “I never read the paper.” When I first told people I got the opinion...

Sudoku solution 10-16

October 16, 2012

Thrilla in manila

October 16, 2012

Written by: Ethan Robinson Featuring the global fried chicken king, weighing in at ten-piece bucket! Skinned, battered, deep-fried! They call him the colonel — you know his real name, folks: it’s...

Zai jian, China Week

October 16, 2012

Written by: Zaina Salem On Oct. 12, during China Week at The University of Akron, a traditional Chinese dumpling party was held at The Chapel, where members of the Confucius Institute, the Chinese Students...

Toddlers and Tuition

October 16, 2012

Written by: Sarah Koester College life is stressful, no matter whom you ask. Life happens to every student, whether they are part-time or full-time, and it can be a struggle to balance good grades with...

College moms inspire

October 16, 2012

Written by: Heather Beyer As college students, it is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily college life. Finding a way to juggle working, class, homework and studying while still trying...

Do you want to play a game?

October 16, 2012

Written by: Beau Brown Night had fallen and it was chilly outside. The wind was howling and the trees that surrounded me shook. Leaves fell slowly toward the ground. The rustling around me produced...

Sudoku solution 10-11

October 11, 2012

Our view

October 11, 2012

Our View: Its not even about guns anymore In regards to your comments towards my article, I never stated my opinion about whether or not Chick-fil-A sandwiches should be sold on campus. My article was...

A new theater company opens at Akron

October 11, 2012

Written by: Lois Elswick A new theater company has officially opened its doors here in Akron. They call themselves None Too Fragile, and have made their home next to Pub Bricco in the Valley. None...

Akron Career Fair to offer many opportunities for students

October 11, 2012

Written by: Gabrielle Glandorf On Oct. 18, University of Akron students will have a chance to meet with 126 potential employers in the Student Union Grand Ballroom. “There is an opportunity for everyone...

The intolerance of the tolerant

October 11, 2012

Written by: Ernest Tretow Letter to the editor in response to a previous letter printed on Thusday, Sept 27. While none of the staff at The Buchtelite are elected to represent the student body, you do...

Health Professions provides new approach

October 11, 2012

Written by: Marcus Nicholson This year, The University of Akron has added the College of Health Professions to its list of available health care programs. The College of Health Professions is designed...

Halloween Haunts

October 11, 2012

Written by: Beau Brown Everyone has heard of the clichéd haunted house, where you stand in a long line and then enter a dark hallway and journey through several floors of nonstop jumps and scares. There's...

Sudoku solution 10-9

October 9, 2012

More changes to the meal plan

October 9, 2012

Written by: Gabrielle Glandorf There has been a significant change to a few of the meal plans this year. The traditional dining plans of 19, 15 or ten meals are no longer offering the 100 dining dollars...

NeW celebrates anniversary

October 9, 2012

Written by: Katelyn Freil September 29 marked the eighth anniversary of the nation’s Network of enlightened Women (NeW), an organization for conservative university women. “NeW stands for the empowerment...

Girl About Campus: Why we like fall

October 9, 2012

Written by: Helen Dauka We love fall because it only lasts for about a month. It’s like our really cool, exclusive friend. We don’t get to hang out that often. We don’t have time to be spoiled by...

Stress turning you into a zombie?

October 9, 2012

Written by: Nancy Stone Bags under the eyes, shuffling feet, bottomless coffee, and a draining stare. This can only mean one thing: it’s midterm time! Students all over campus are striving to get...

Akron arts student finalist in Space Needle design contest

October 9, 2012

Written by: Maggie Duff The Seattle Space Needle is getting a makeover this October — and the artist giving it a makeover may be a University of Akron student. The Space Needle was built for the 1962...

Think, act, reflect

October 9, 2012

Written by: Beau Brown Every day I find myself looking at other people and judging. I judge their looks, their habits, their ideas, their beliefs. I judge almost everything. Sometimes it’s almost like...

Tressel inspires at UA and beyond

October 9, 2012

Written by: Heather Beyer As vice president for strategic engagement, Jim Tressel wanted his motivational messages to reach not only students at The University of Akron but beyond. Tressel has joined...

UA photographers framed at Folk Hall

October 9, 2012

Written by: Alexandra Long Imagine walking into a spacious gallery filled with impressive and creative photographs from all over the world. These photographs can't be found at the Akron Art Museum; rather,...

Sudoku solution 10-4

October 4, 2012

USG and LGBTU meet

October 4, 2012

Written by: Heather Beyer and Beau Brown In response to a protest held in the Student Union by the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Union (LGBTU), Undergraduate Student Govenment (USG) president Mary...

Pumpkin spice NOT-te

October 4, 2012

Written by: Abigail Chaff Fall is quickly approaching and is bringing with it some favorite things. Everyone seems to have forgotten about the long wait through winter for the heat of summer. Summer is...

C-SPAN educates university students

October 4, 2012

Written by: Katelyn Freil C-SPAN’s Campaign 2012 Digital Bus came to campus on Tuesday to offer an educational experience for students and an opportunity for them to look inside the campaign bus. The...

Girl About Campus: My year in Roo Commons

October 4, 2012

Written by: Helen Dauka I was in love with Roo Commons. It was the first time I’d ever lived off campus. I was five minutes away from campus, two minutes away from McDonald’s, and oh-so close to the...

First-of-its-kind PhD program now available at UA

October 4, 2012

Written by: Margaret Duff Three years ago, Janine Benyus of Biomimicry 3.8 came to Northeast Ohio to give a lecture about biomimicry, the study of mimicking nature in technology in order to create a greener...

Lets get some spirit

October 4, 2012

Written by: DJ Johnson This is not an article preaching at you to attend a football game this fall. It is not an attempt to claim that a program that has struggled for the past two seasons is now worth...

Why do we have tear ducts?

October 4, 2012

Written by: Michael Wilson One day a Blue jay flew into our neighbors' house, the Clintons'. My grandmother said that a bird flying into a house was a sign of bad luck and death. Grandma Fannie explained...

Sudoku solution 10-2

October 2, 2012

Response to gun backlash

October 2, 2012

Written by: Matthew Balsinger I always welcome civil discussions about very complex issues such as gun control. In response to an article I originally wrote, James Carter refutes my argument for gun regulations....

Think before you tweet

October 2, 2012

Written by: Beau Brown With the upcoming election, we are up to our knees in U.S. politics, but now many university students are in neck-deep as on-campus politics are poured into the vat. This past...

Halloween haunts

October 2, 2012

Written by: Beau Brown October is notoriously known for its last day, Halloween. The weeks leading up to that holiday favorite are filled with purchasing candy, trying on costumes, decorating homes and...

USG senator’s tweet sends LGBTU into protests

October 2, 2012

Written by: Heather Beyer and Katelyn Freil The Lesbian Gay Bi-sexual Transgender Union student organization at Akron stood their ground on Monday as they protested the Undergraduate Student Government...

Attention students, send your Halloween photos to the Buchtelite

October 1, 2012

Call for Entries! Show your Halloween spirit by submitting photos of your holiday adventures. Send in your pictures of Halloween themed Jack-o’-lanterns, costumes, pet costumes, and recipes for...

Sudoku solution 9-27

September 27, 2012

Akron celebrates Peace

September 27, 2012

Written by: Katelyn Freil The Akron Peace Week is making an appearance for the third time next week. Peace Week, which will run from Sept. 29 to Oct. 8, will bring a variety of events to Akron, including...

Campus Shift saves money for students

September 27, 2012

Written by: Marcus Nicholson The average student spends $1,000 on textbooks per year, which is a daunting amount for students who also pay for tuition, housing and other expenses. Campus Shift hopes...

Letter to the editor: A response to gun control

September 27, 2012

Written by: James Carter In the opinion section of the Aug. 24 issue of this newspaper, we ran an opinion on gun control 
by writer Matthew Balsinger. This letter is a direct response. Guns are an...

To: World From: Akron

September 27, 2012

Written by: Zaina Salem Sharing a personal message with the world became reality to many students at the University of Akron. In the midst of Diversity Week, students of different races, religions, and...

Akron meets Italy

September 27, 2012

Written by: Lois Elswick Luigi’s has been serving home-cooked Italian cuisine since 1949, making it one of the longest-running Italian restaurants in Akron. Such a legacy doesn't come easily to most...

Sudoku solution 9-25

September 25, 2012

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