Suffolk Journal

Final plans for 20 Somerset

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Expansion is continuing at Suffolk as the university has announced their plans to file its institutional master plan (IMP) next week. The IMP will include several projects, including 20 Somerset Street and the Modern Theater in Downtown Crossing.
New classroom space at 20 Somerset will serve not just NESAD students, but other majors as well.

Postive results seen on Hill

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Suffolk University students have been perceived as the "problem children" of Beacon Hill over the past few years. Now there are signs that may be changing, according to the Beacon Hill Civic Association (BCHA).
The controversial program began two years ago, corresponding with a surge of complaints against students in the area and the university's attempts to finalize plans for expansion.

Earth Day Extravaganza celebrates recycling success

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It is no secret by now that Suffolk University has been making giant leaps towards becoming more environmentally friendly. There are energy efficient light bulbs throughout the campus, censors have been installed in classrooms so that lights automatically shut off when not in use, and recycling bins can be found everywhere.

Renowned 'News Dissector' challenges modern reporting

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

While the media watch the world, people like Danny Schechter watch the media.
"What I believe today is that our media represents the greatest risk to our democracy," said Schecter, a two-time Emmy Award-winning television producer who feels that his own profession is guilty of cheating its audience.

Pennsylvania Primaries: The results are finally in

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

After the long awaited, long drawn out Pennsylvania Primaries concluded last night, the results are in-Hillary Clinton is the winner.
Pulling in the majority of the votes, Senator Clinton keeps her bid for the White House alive with 55 percent of the vote.

Congratulations to members of the Suffolk Journal

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Student Recognition awards ceremony took place last night at the Tremont Street Temple where hundreds of Suffolk students were presented with academic honors. We are proud to announce that several Suffolk Journal staff editors were recipients of the Communications and Journalism departmental awards.

News Briefs

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Suffolk student died last week

Lauren Chang, a sophomore at Suffolk, died last Monday after suffering injuries at a cheerleading competition the prior evening. Chang, a member of the Watertown-based Energized Athletics cheerleading squad, was catching another cheerleader as part of a stunt in their routine when she was kicked in the chest, causing her lungs to collapse.

Boston music scene spotlight

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Introduction

To the world beyond 495, Boston's current music scene is usually nothing more than the Dropkick Murphys and fading memories of The Cars, New Edition, NKOTB or Aerosmith. Of course Boston's music scene goes far beyond such a superficial assessment, as the bands on the next pages prove.

Amateur filmmakers unveil new films at WSUB

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On the same night that Suffolk students camped outside their dorms in hopes to see Matthew McConaughey and Michael Douglas film their major motion picture, Ghost of Girlfriends Past, students displayed their own cinematographic talent in the seventh annual WSUB Student Film Showcase.

World celebrates independent stores with holiday

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

There are very few stores that could warrant a day set aside to celebrate the impact they've had on culture. Flower Shop Day? Gas Station Day? Those don't sound too attractive.
The first annual Record Store Day, held on April 19, proved to be a hit.

Venture launches new issue

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The 2008 issue of Suffolk's literary/arts magazine, Venture, was launched on April 17 in a small but elegant ball room at the Omni Parker House hotel.
The 138-page paperback book was presented to a small crowd of about 50 people who mingled and snacked on chocolate fondue and cocktail appetizers while they waited for the launch to officially begin.

Diverse sounds resonate through Suffolk

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Faye Family of Senegal, Dakar caught Suffolk University by surprise. The colorful dresses they wore of yellow, red, and blue reflected the vibrant styles of their drumming as well.
Right from the beginning from far right stage, a single drum beat made professors and students jump to the almost shocking sound.

Editor's Retrospective: Rambling Rams

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Janssen McCormick

I walked into the Journal office two years ago, looking for something to do since I no longer had place at SFR, and after a fellow music director suggested I air my grievances with SFR in the Journal. Instead I started writing album reviews and interviewing my friends' bands, figuring it was as decent an excuse as any to hit up shows.

Save the planet: eat a cow

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It's time to be honest: If you really are concerned about global warming, go eat a double-stack burger from Wendy's.
Cows, long considered to be mundane and docile, have been secretly planning our demise. In a plot to destroy mankind in a manner similar to their own unfortunate fate - being cooked - cows have leaped to the front of the line of greenhouse gas emitters.

Your Week So You Can Survive

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Ahh, the last issue of the Suffolk Journal of the year. It's almost bittersweet to finish off wish such a great staff of writers, editors, contributors and designers. I have enjoyed informing you Journal readers (or if this is the first issue you're reading, I guess I failed to) on events all around Boston as well as on campus.

Lady Rams sweep aside Albertus Magnus to clinch playoff spot

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Driven by stellar pitching and an explosive offense, the Suffolk Lady Rams softball team powered past the Falcons of Albertus Magnus College and into the postseason on Sunday after sweeping both ends of a doubleheader by identical scores of 11-1 in each of the slaughter-rule shortened games.

Marathon Monday

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

2008 NFL Mock Draft

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

#1 Miami: Jake Long OT Michigan
#2 St. Louis: Chris Long DE Virginia
#3 Atlanta: Darren McFadden RB Arkansas*
#4 Oakland: Glenn Dorsey DT LSU
#5 Kansas City: Matt Ryan QB Boston College
#6 New York Jets: Vernon Gholston DE/LB Ohio State*
#7 New England (1): Dominique Rogers-Cromartie CB Tenn.

Rams News

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Lady Rams Softball team ended their season last night, losing in the opening round of the GNAC Tournament to Rivier College, 6-1.

Men's Tennis (7-4 3-1 GNAC) clinched second place in the GNAC standings on Sunday with a 9-0 victory over Albertus Magnus.