University News

Bird collection serves as link to natural history and history of the university

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

If you poke around in the storage room of the ecology research lab, you might catch a whiff of the strong scent of mothballs. And if you follow your nose, you will find a row of wooden storage units that open to reveal drawers filled with about 400 birds lying on their backs, neatly sorted and catalogued with handwritten tags.

Bradford debate held over illegal immigration

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

As a largely Catholic community, the University of Dallas strives to concern itself with pressing issues Catholics face in contemporary culture. On hand Wednesday evening to undertake the controversial issue of illegal immigration were Dr. Richard Dougherty, chair of UD's politics department, and Southern Methodist University's political science professor Dr. Matthew Wilson. The Annual Bradford Debate placed Dougherty in formal opposition against the case made by Wilson in favor of the following resolution: that the United States should create a legal path to citizenship for undocumented aliens with extended tenancy.

Chapel of the Incarnation to celebrate 25th anniversary

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Denise Phillips, director of Campus Ministry and chair of the chapel's 25th Anniversary Committee, described plans to celebrate the anniversary of the Church of the Incarnation. Fr. Rudy Garcia, along with those who were at the original dedication of the Chapel of the Incarnation in 1985, also serve on the committee with Phillips.

New scholarship turns dreams of Rome semester into realities

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

After saving a summer's worth of her YMCA summer camp paychecks, sophomore Maria Spence still wasn't sure if she could afford her much-anticipated semester abroad in Rome.

But because of the Uhl Scholarship, a new financial aid option specifically for students hoping to take advantage of the University of Dallas' Rome campus, Spence spent last fall exploring the streets of Italy and taking every advantage of such a life-changing semester.

Office Hours with guest lecturer Dr. Stanley Stewart

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Dr. Stanley Stewart, an accomplished English Renaissance scholar from the University of California, Riverside, was invited to deliver a public lecture at UD from his ninth book, "Shakespeare and Philosophy." The day after the lecture, he was the guest speaker for Dr.

Renowned Shakespeare scholar lectures at UD

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The University of Dallas invited Dr. Stanley Stewart, distinguished professor of English at the University of California, Riverside, to present a public lecture on his ninth book, "Shakespeare and Philosophy." Stewart delivered his lecture entitled, "Shakespeare and the Limits of Wittgenstein's World" before students and faculty on Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Art Auditorium. UD's Dr. John Alvis and Dr. Brett Bourbon followed Stewart's lecture with comments before the floor opened to questions from the audience.

Science Building to celebrate 25th anniversary

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Science and math faculty will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the construction of the University of Dallas' Patrick E. Haggerty Science Building March 16 through 19.

The celebration will begin on Tuesday, March 16, with a display of math and science alumni's biographies.

SG Gavel

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Student Government will be helping to sponsor the band ArcAttack, which will be performing at UD on March 19 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Science Building.

The next Dinner for 12 Strangers has been moved to Feb. 24. Dr. Richard Olenick will be attending! Sign up in the SALC for this great opportunity to get to know alumni, students and professors in an informal setting.

Tower stands as iconic symbol of UD

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Braniff Memorial Tower is perhaps the most iconic symbol of the University of Dallas, followed closely by the groundhog. At a school where students are trained to read critically and to search for meaning, some may have wondered if there is any deeper significance behind the tower.

'Rate My Professors' website provides great resource for students

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

When choosing a course section, have you ever wished you could make a more informed decision about which professor you're selecting?

Perhaps you're seeking the instruction of a genius. Or perhaps a teacher who your best friend swore had profoundly changed his life ended up profoundly changing your grade point average last semester instead.

Churchill offers film series

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

This spring, Dr. Scott Churchill of the psychology department is giving a class on "Film, Fantasy and Dreams." Though the class is closed for the semester, students can still come and watch the films that are shown every Monday night from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Spooky 'Island,' Searing 'Ribbon,' Pathetic 'Saint,' Sloppy 'Tears'

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Reviews of four recent movies: "Shutter Island," "The White Ribbon," "Saint John of Las Vegas," and "Happy Tears."

Students display musical talent at Open Mic TGIT

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Last Thursday, University of Dallas students enjoyed an open mic night at TGIT and had ample opportunity to display their creative and musical talent. From "Buy You a Drink," a T-Pain song performed by Tom Buoni, to "Aurora, My Friend," by first place winner Shannon Ryan, TGIT provided everyone with "a very diverse evening," said freshman Nico Cerza.

The art scene: Painting with Nick Mayeux

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Nick Mayeux is a senior art student at the University of Dallas earning a B.A. degree in art, focused in the area of painting. His works include oil paint on canvas, delivered in a way that invokes feelings of wonder and mystery in the viewer.

Tim Williams, Maura Shea and Rachel Davies fill the Cap Bar with music at Tuesday night event

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Last week's Capp House turned out so many people that the Cap Bar was standing room only by the end of the show. Tim Williams kicked off the performances, playing from 7 to 8 p.m., with Maura Shea and Rachel Davies following from 8 to 9 p.m.

Williams played covers by Switchfoot, Anberlin, Relient K and Angels and Airwaves, along with his mellow, heartfelt original songs that he performed for the first time on Tuesday.

Baseball walks off with first win

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

On Saturday afternoon, University of Dallas fans witnessed one of the most exciting spectacles in all of sports: a walk-off victory. While this win, the first for the baseball team this season, was very exciting and a good step for the team, overall the weekend was filled with missed opportunities as UD dropped two of three games to Howard Payne University.

Hoggies cap Cup Series with win

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Following a spectacular upset against the number-two ranked University of North Texas last weekend, the Groundhogs returned to the McNab Rugby Pitch for more of the same versus Texas Christian University.

Captain Greg "O Captain My Captain" Deschler chose to play conservatively in the opening minutes, having Matt "Heatin' Up" Stamp kick a penalty shot for 3 points rather than bang the ball in for a try.

Men's basketball shows heart

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Of every athletic event I've attended on campus during my three years at the University of Dallas, Saturday's men's basketball senior game will always stand out in my mind as the most intense, pulse-pounding show of school spirit and appreciation that I've ever seen.

Player spotlight: Travis Ekmark

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The consensus opinion about the University of Dallas men's basketball team is that they are undersized with no "big men" to challenge the opposition in the paint. Even though forward Travis Ekmark stands at a healthy six feet, three inches tall, he does not look as physically imposing as some of the giants he challenges down low every game.

Softball at a loss against Austin College

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The bats of the University of Dallas softball team heated up on a cold night in Sherman, but they weren't enough to bring home the season's first wins against rival Austin College.

In the early going of game one, UD and Austin traded blows through the first three innings until the fourth, in which the Crusaders plated four runs, two off senior pitcher Whitney Thomas' homerun, the team's first of the year.

UD runners hit the track

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Track and field at the University of Dallas has continually increased in quality since its inception in 1999. The new team is excited for the season and hungry for victories and records.

Last season, coach Jodi Hawkins helped lead the team to several new records, including the men's 3,000 meters and 800 meters and the women's 3,000 meters and 4x100 meter relay.

Women's basketball poised for playoffs

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Women's basketball ended their regular season this weekend on a high note. The Lady Crusaders will enter the NEAC tournament with back-to-back wins and much deserved winning record of 13-12.

For those of us who don't play, it is hard to comprehend just what these players have to endure during their season: They first took the court in November, and will not finish until the NEAC tournament closes next week.

Letters to the Editor

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Re: "Has national debt reached a critical mass?" (2/16)

What exactly is a critical mass of debt? Do you not see that it is only a number? Do you not comprehend that nations are not like human beings? A nation, by nature, does not die. Why is it that you love money so much that you would want to keep it for yourself instead of simply increasing a mathematical number? Do you feel you pay this in taxes? Inflation? Do you feel cheated of your earned money through "hard work"? Do you truly have the sagacity to say that $113,000 is so much money to you that you will not aid another human being? Is the nature of the human being so selfish and unlike the Christianity I believe in?

Re: "Disruptive Innovation?" (2/16)

Why does business fear change? My answer: It doesn't care about change.

Outside the Bubble

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Man flies plane into IRS building
Professed Marxist kills self by flying his plane into an IRS building in Austin on Thursday. At least two people have died and a dozen others have been injured.

Obama meets with Dalai Lama
President Obama met with the Dalai Lama in a closed door meeting.

The cyclical nature of American elections

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Following President Bush's 2004 re-election victory, pundits (Karl Rove, most notably) foresaw a massive political realignment and claimed that Republicans would usher in a 20-year majority. Obviously, they were wrong. After President Obama's 2008 victory, various liberal pundits and the media gushed of a liberal realignment and hailed landslide congressional victories for Democrats as tremendous popular approval of Obama's mandate.

The insignificance of Persia

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

For the past decade or so, we in the States have heard repeatedly about something going on in Iran. Increasingly in recent years, especially after the defeat of the Taliban in Afghanistan, Iran has been positioning itself as the primary representative of the Muslim nations against the West.

The recipe for happiness

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

One thing that has never ceased to amaze me is our happiness incompetence - man's inability to find any lasting level of satisfaction or joy in life. Despite the fact that every choice of every human being who ever lived was made in order to maximize that individual's level of personal happiness, the one thing that human beings seem to be consistently good at over time is falling short of happily-ever-after.