Inmates find hope in program

After walking past fences covered in razor wire and through cold concrete hallways and metal detectors, nine social work students entered a nursery. Moms rocked their newborn babies in wooden rocking chairs, and some students played with the babies on the floor. There was only one major difference between this nursery and others: it was […]

A vote for Obama is a vote for the progress of America

On Nov. 4 it is essential we elect a president who will restore progressive purpose to our nation, both domestically and abroad. The strongest candidate to do so is, emphatically, Illinois Sen. Barack Obama. First and foremost, Obama will lead with a purpose of inclusion and equal opportunity for all Americans. As a consequence of […]

Sharing water and culture in the DR

This week The Scene International joins Arts & Sciences junior Emily Ruskamp, who is studying abroad in the Dominican Republic. Two weeks ago we spent 10 days living in the rural community (campo) of Majagual. We were there to build an aqueduct with the community because prior to two weeks ago the community had to […]

Women’s Soccer defeated by Evansville on Senior Day

The women’s soccer team lost to Evansville 5-2 on Senior Day at Morrison Stadium. Seniors Nicole DeLue, Marcy Gans, Shawn Magrum, Lindsay Vaught and goalkeeper Kristen Casey were honored before the game on Saturday. DeLue got the game started by scoring her fourth goal of the season in the third minute. The Purple Aces then […]

Women beat North Dakota 6-0 while men play to scoreless tie

The women’s soccer team posted a 6-0 win against North Dakota at Morrison Stadium on Tuesday night. The win boosted the Jays to 11-5-0. Annemarie Hengel scored her first career goal and added another. Mary Zapapas, Macy Mauer, Marcy Gans, and Hengel all scored for 4 goals in the first half. Nicole DeLue scored her […]

Men win while women fall

The No. 3 men’s soccer team bested Bradley 2-0 on Saturday. Freshman Nick O’Neil scored in the first half for the Jays, and senior Andrei Gotsmanov scored in the second half, giving the Jays padding on their lead. Creighton’s defense continued to dominate as the Braves were allowed only five shots in the game, none […]