The Drury Mirror

Campus thefts hit Sunderland

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

This year has been one for the books with regards to campus security, and the year is not over yet. Thefts have escalated across campus, from parked vehicles to dorm rooms, as students residing in Sunderland Hall have recently experienced issues with security.

As year draws to a close, students begin the moving out process

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Amidst all the papers, projects, and finals that go along with this time of year, it's time to start thinking about the procedures necessary for checking out of residential living facilities.

Students currently living in residence halls or in a fraternity house must be checked out of their rooms by Friday, May 16 at 6 p.

Seniors prepare for graduation

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As the year comes to an end, seniors look forward to commencement exercises as a finale of their careers at Drury University.

"I can't believe it's finally over," said Cesar Cereijo, biology and chemistry double major. "I don't want to grow up yet."

This year, Drury will graduate 243 students with bachelor degrees.

Cave invites campus to relax

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Two artists in the Drury community have set out to create an environment that reflects everyone's views with unplanned and abstract art.

The Music department currently uses the Lydy Art Center, but prior to the creation of the Pool Art Center, it was home to Drury's fine art department.

Send stress to the dogs

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

ByStudents at Lynn University say they've been working like dogs to prepare for final exams. So who better to relieve some of that stress than a couple of four-legged friends?

Kelly and Charlie, two yellow lab and golden retriever-mixed canines, are therapy dogs who normally work with the sick and elderly at Boca Raton, Fla.

Seniors set gift record

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

After just two months of construction and three months of fundraising the senior class gift is just a few days away from completion.

The seating area with picnic style tables and gathering spaces located between Breech School of Business and Springfield Hall is scheduled to be complete on Mon.

2008 D'Addy Award winners recognized at Communication event

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The 2008 D'Addy Awards was held on May 1 to recognize the work of Drury's communication and design students.

First and second place winners were named in each category. The first places winners are listed below.

Advertising Campaign went to Team "Jump Advertising" consisting of Amy DeShon, Adam Gerstner, Shanda Green, Jenny Himes, and Leigh Smith.

Drury graduate named President and CEO of Cody's Convenience Stores

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Curtis A. Jared, 2001 Drury graduate and do-founder of Cody's Convenience Stores, has been named the company's President and CEO. Jared graduated with a degree in business, and has been with the parent company of Cody's, Jared Enterprises, for six and a half years.

Senior Spencer Harris earned his second national title on debate team

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

If the 2008 presidential candidates need tips on debate strategies they can find a great consultant at Drury University. Drury senior Spencer Harris earned his second national title, while leading the Drury Debate Team to a third place finish in national sweepstakes, at the 37th Annual National Lincoln Douglas Debate Tournament.

Bonfire Rubber Band Edition release party on May 8 at Well Fed Head

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The latest edition of Drury's Bonfire, a literary journal published annually by Dr. Randall Fuller's editing and publishing class, will be released Thurs., May 8 at the Well Fed Head bookstore in downtown Springfield.

The 14th issue is titled the Rubber Band Edition because of the unique format of the publication.

Just clowning around

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Some people don't realize that clowning around can be associated with children's hospitals, mission trips, and figurine collections. For one Drury alum, however, this connection has become an integral part of life.

When Carbon Copy's manager Bob Gardner graduated from Drury with his MBA in 1974, he did not realize that his life after college would involve becoming a clown.

Career Conundrums

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

*Every student has different reasons for attending college but most would agree they ultimately want to find a career they enjoy. Maybe you would like to travel internationally, make tons of money, or work part-time while raising a family. Getting from point A to B can be quite a process.

Professor's textbook reaches the top

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Dr. Charles Ess, distinguished research professor in Interdisciplinary Studies, and professor of philosophy and religion, now has another honor to add onto his already extensive resume. Dr. Ess is now a bestselling author.

He and co-editor Dr. Soraj Hongladarom a professor from Thailand, spent nearly eighteen months putting together a textbook: Information Technology Ethics: Cultural Perspectives.

Students create harmony abroad

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Drury Singers will be expanding their audience to two new countries in the next four years.

The group is scheduled to tour Italy for three weeks in 2009, at the end of May and beginning of June, and is also planning on touring China the summer of 2011.

Change of seasons brings change of career for alum

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Given that you are all just a week away from the much anticipated end of the spring semester, and many will be graduating from Drury, I find it fitting to talk about change.

A business executive is quoted as saying, "Change has a considerable psychological impact on the human mind.

The creation of an addict

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

I have always considered myself to have a non-addictive nature, but this past week my actions have most certainly been in contradiction with my morals. This, in part, is due to the massive amount of work piled in my caffeinated head.

Tea has been my caffeine companion for as long as I can remember.

Obama struggles to gain the Democratic nomination

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The political question of the day is why Sen. Barack Obama can't close out the Democratic nomination. He missed the opportunity in New Hampshire, and then again in Texas and Ohio, and now in Pennsylvania.

In a race that has gone on for this long and with the demographic profiles of the two candidates so different, it would be foolish to single out just one reason Obama can't put an end to the race.

My Drury education

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

*Editor's Note: This is the second column in a weekly feature that will continue throughout the 2008-2009 school year.*

I came to Drury three years ago with high hopes for my future and my education.

After all, I was coming to a university that was ranked highly by U.

Our Two Cents

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Thumbs Up: Start Packing!!

Thumbs Up: The weather finally starts acting spring-like

Thumbs Up: Campus Beautification Day was a great success. Everything looks great!

Thumbs Down: The race to finish everything is quite overwhelming. Coffee!!

Women's tennis team brings worlds together

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A look at the Drury women's tennis team does not show anything unusual. But if you listen to the girls talk, you will find that they each have a different accent.

Only one of the six team member is American, Lindsey Castrodale. The other five come from: France, Czech Republic, Belarus, Vietnam and Morocco.

Panthers drop pair to close out season

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

No. 24 Southern Indiana picked up a double-header sweep of Drury on Sunday, squashing the Panthers' hopes of returning to next week's Great Lakes Valley Conference Tournament to defend their league title.

The Screaming Eagles won the opener 6-4 in eight innings, then closed the Panthers' season with a 7-6 victory in the nightcap to enter the GLVC Tournament as the West No.

Gum receives award at post-season banquet

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Senior guard Steven Gum was presented the Dr. Curt Strube Award for his leadership and athletic excellence on Sunday night, highlighting the annual Panther Basketball Post-Season Banquet held at the Findlay Student Center.

The Curt Strube Award is named in honor of the late Dr.

Zapatero and Busch Take Wins at GLVC Championships

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Drury freshman Jaime Villa Zapatero won the 5000 meter (14:54.78) and freshman Steven Busch captured the 3000 meter steeplechase (9:27.37) at the Great Lakes Valley Conference Championships on Saturday. Jaime Zapatero was one of three runners to earn Great Lakes Valley Conference Freshman of the Year honors.

Hay now Tied For Sixth At NCAA-II Regional

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

DU freshman Thomas Hay opened with a 1 over par 73. He is tied for sixth individually after the first round of the NCAA-II Great Lakes Regional golf championships at the Red Hawk Run Course on Monday.

Hay is five shots off the pace set by the 4 under par 68 of Joe Juszczyk of Wayne State.

Campus Beauification Day

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

D'Addy Awards

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Art Cave

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT