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Academic Excellence fee increased for fall semester

By Amanda McElfresh, Staff Writer
August 24, 2003

Beginning this fall, students will pay an extra $245 per semester for Academic Excellence. The fee, which is not covered by TOPS for Louisiana students, was increased during the summer from the previous...

Digital Diversions

By Leslie Branton, Revelry Writer
August 24, 2003

An annoying cell phone ringing during class sounds like something from "American Idol." A student plays a video game on his calculator while the guy sitting in the front of class takes notes by hand on...

Musicians go mainstream to maximize record sales

By Marissa Frayer, Revelry Writer
August 24, 2003

Her name flashes in bright lights against a black screen. She steps out in spiky heels and a tight tank top. Her voice sounds familiar but the song sounds off. Britney? Christina? Nope. Try Jewel or Liz....

Artist pulls new parodies from ‘hat’

By Kevin Brooks, Revelry Writer
August 24, 2003

He's been recording music for more than 24 years and just released a new album on May 30. He sold out the Grand Casino Entertainment Center in Gulfport, Miss on Aug. 8. He is "Weird Al" Yankovic. Known...

Linebackers search for identity

By Ronnie McLellan Reveille Sportswriter
August 24, 2003

How will the LSU defense replace All-American linebacker Bradie James? LSU coach Nick Saban said junior Lionel Turner has adjusted to the situation well and knows what to do. "I think he's handled the...

Fall Back to Primetime

By Matthew Grady, Revelry Writer
August 24, 2003

As the fall season approaches, major TV networks are gearing up for another hopeful primetime season. In the wake of American idols Ruben and Clay, new shows are stepping up to the plate, hoping to get...

Saban looks for depth at safety

By Michael McNeil, Contributing Writer
August 24, 2003

The safety position is considered the last line of defense on the football field. These players are one poor decision away from giving up the coup de gras or one shoe-string tackle away from being a hero....

Special teams plug holes

By Amanda Vierck Reveille Sportswriter
August 24, 2003

The "Corbello for Heisman" T-shirts are gone along with LSU's starting place-kicker John Corbello. The popular phrase was coined after Corbello became the leading scorer for the Tigers, going 34-for-34...

SEC Predictions

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August 24, 2003

Click here to see the staff SEC predictions. 2003 LSU Schedule Aug. 30 vs. ULM Sept. 6 @ Arizona Sept. 13 vs. West. Ill. Sept. 20 vs. Georgia Sept. 27 @ Miss. St. Oct. 11 vs. Florida Oct. 18 @ S.Carolina Oct....

Offensive line impressive in preseason

By David Theard
August 24, 2003

It all starts in the trenches. A sentiment echoed by many football coaches, players and knowledgeable fans of football. It is often stated a team must be strong on both the offensive and defensive line...

Downtown hotel renovations planned

Downtown hotel renovations planned

By Heidi Cenac, Contributing Writer
August 24, 2003

Downtown in many cities is a place where people live, work and play. It's the center of the city's life. In Baton Rouge, it's where people work and state government runs. But community leaders are looking...

Getting around: A guide to transportation

By Scott Sternberg, etc. Writer
August 21, 2003

With more than 34,000 faculty, students and staff attempting to park their cars and use the buses at the same time, using University-provided buses and parking can present another obstacle as an incoming...