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Salary debate continues

By Jerry Fisher, Contributing Writer
February 21, 2003

The LSU Board of Supervisors held committee meetings Thursday amidst continued controversy about Chancellor Mark Emmert's pay package. The Baton Rouge Advocate reported Wednesday that board members Victor...

Mardi Gras holiday dates back to Greek shepherd tribe

By Dorothy Paul, Contributing Writer
February 20, 2003

People have celebrated religion and the new spring in several forms for thousands of years. One way is Mardi Gras, and no one really knows the exact transition from its beginnings in a Greek sheep herd...

National Guard students train for war

By Amanda McElfresh, Staff Writer
February 20, 2003

Some University students are part of a Louisiana National Guard unit recently sent for training in preparation for deployment overseas. Staff Sgt. Carlos Sanchez at Jackson Barracks in New Orleans said...

Tigers pull double duty, sweep NSU

By Jason Martin, Sports Writer
February 20, 2003

With help from the bottom of the batting order, the LSU softball team swept a doubleheader against Northwestern State on Wednesday. Tessa Lynam (5-0) pitched a complete game shutout as the Tigers took...

Rehab relief

By Lauren Wilbert, Staff Writer
February 20, 2003

Students in pain from injuries, whether from sports, car accidents or tripping on the stairs in front of class, have an option for treating and rehabilitating those bumps and bruises. The rehab center...

Baton Rouge offers vacation options for working student

By Laura Patz, Staff Writer
February 20, 2003

Because of cash shortages, work schedules and major school work, many college students will not be able to join their friends on the sunny beaches or beautiful ski slopes this Spring Break. If your friends...

Mardi Gras Mambo

Surrounded by family and friends, Timothy Druhan watches the Krewe of Endymion throw beads, cups and other trinkets to the screaming people in the crowded streets of downtown New Orleans. Druhan, a business...

Occurrences

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February 20, 2003

UPC Panel Discussion "What Internationals Think About America" 6 p.m., Union Vieux Carre Room Contact [email protected] AITP@LSU Speaker: Jerry Johnson, Conestoga-Rovers & Associated Incorporated...

Chappelle finds niche on Comedy Central

By Erin Rolfs, Contributing Writer
February 20, 2003

The mere idea of comedian Dave Chappelle still sweeping floors as a FAO Swartz stock boy simultaneously turns the stomachs of thousands of college students. But before Chappelle made a living doing standup,...

Gymnast gets her star: Hilton makes team

By Amanda Vierck, Contributing Writer
February 20, 2003

Standing at the chalk box next to the uneven bars, Katherine Hilton stands out as she is almost a head taller than the other gymnasts. Yet, it was not long ago Hilton did not stand out in the eyes of the...

Free speech outlet

By Jerry Fisher, Contributing Writer
February 20, 2003

A spirited forum discussion on the impending military action in Iraq took place Wednesday evening at the Campbell Auditorium in the Cox Academic Center for Athletes. A standing-room-only crowd of more...

Sidearmed pitcher fills Tigers' closing role

Sidearmed pitcher fills Tigers’ closing role

By Chris Gibson, Sports Writer
February 20, 2003

After a 9-4 win Tuesday night against the University of Louisiana-Monroe, closer Brandon Nall explained why he came to LSU. With his back to right field, he turned his right shoulder slightly and looked...