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Greeks see higher number of rushees, pledges this semester

By By Aimee Effler
August 27, 2008

The numbers are in, and Greek Life is growing. Fraternity and sorority membership increased by 2 percent since last fall. "The community has gone up in percentage from 14 to 16 percent overall," said Angela...

Housing capacity exceeded

By Ben Bourgeois
Contributing Writer
August 27, 2008

With housing applicants for the residence halls reaching record highs this semester, the Department of Residential Life had to turn students away for the first time in the University's history.Despite...

Senior wide receiver Demetrius Byrd cathces a pass during LSU’s 38-24 victory in the national title game against Ohio State. Byrd is expected to be a major contributor on the team this season.

Byrd keeps fellow Tigers laughing as he steps into new position as team leader

By Amos Morale
Sports Contributor
August 26, 2008

To see a video of Byrd's best Michael Jackson moves, click here. When a Michael Jackson song began to play during a late-night meeting at the beginning of fall camp last season, all eyes turned to Demetrius...

Williams trying to wrap up role as starting running back

By Tyler Harvey
Sports Contributor
August 26, 2008

 

Amethyst Initiative aims to re-examine drinking laws

By Lindsey Meaux
Staff Writer
August 26, 2008

To see video on underage drinking, click here. Jerome Newsome, 18, does not drink beer. He drinks liquor. He doesn't buy alcohol at popular bars like Fred's and Reggie's. He buys it at a gas station near...

Michael Martin, new University chancellor, and Mike the Tiger welcome the class of 2012 Sunday night in the PMAC.

Martin ready to start school year

By J.J. Alcantara
Chief Staff Writer
August 25, 2008

To see video of the lighter side of the new chancellor, click here. Michael Martin drove 1,000 miles with his dog Agnes to move into his new Baton Rouge home.Then he fell in love with Southern cuisine.And...

LSU linebacker Darry Beckwith runs a drill at fall camp. Beckwith is the veteran leader of the linebacker corps.

Beckwith ready for senior year as Tiger linebacker

By Amy Brittain
Chief Sports Writer
August 25, 2008

It would be easy, and even understandable, for senior middle linebacker Darry Beckwith to have a supersized ego.Simply put, the third-year starter is good, and his teammates know it."He's very humble,"...

LSU coach Les Miles addresses the media at his first press luncheon of the season. The Tigers open their season Saturday against Appalachian State in Tiger Stadium.

Miles likely to name starting quarterback Thursday

By Amy Brittain
Chief Sports Writer
August 25, 2008

To see video from the press conference, click here. The LSU offense isn't looking for a Superman or Batman model quarterback to lead the squad Saturday in the season opener against Appalachian State."We...

U.S. disappointed Olympics didn’t open China more

By Rohan Sullivan
The Associated Press
August 24, 2008

BEIJING (AP) — The United States said Sunday it was disappointed the Olympics had not brought more "openness and tolerance" in China and pressed for the immediate release of eight American protesters.The...

LSU sophomore quarterback Andrew Hatch attempts a pass Saturday during individual drills.

Ex-Harvard QB takes scenic route to LSU

By Casey Gisclair
Sports Writer
August 24, 2008

If you call Harvard's athletic department or The Harvard Crimson, the campus newspaper, they know Andrew Hatch. But they might have trouble finding pictures or stories about the man who seems to be the...

Nick Knowles, biology sophomore, rummages for rare Beanie Babies on Friday evening at Honeymoon Bungalow. The store, along with other stores such as Time Warner Boutique, sells vintage items at affordable prices. These items range from vintage clothing to kitchenware and furniture.

Stores sell vintage clothing, materials

By Lauren Walck
Entertainment Writer
August 23, 2008

As students are faced with the blank slate of new dorms and new apartments this week, many will run to Target or Wal-Mart to fill their rooms with colorful and affordable items. But before purchasing the...

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By Daniel McBride
August 18, 2008

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