Video game violence isn’t the government’s business

I love explosions. I’m also against killing innocent people and don’t like cleaning up messes, so Halo Rocket Launchers are the perfect fix. Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez disagreees, calling violent video games “poison.” Violent video games became illegal in Venezuela last year and are punishable by three years in prison. Though it may seem imprudent […]

2010 season leaves men’s basketball with leadership void

Watching the men’s basketball team on the court, one thing sticks out: the obvious fact that the players aren’t blending as a team. At certain instances, the Jays look a lot like chickens who are running around with their heads cut off. On the court, there is a very obvious need for someone to step […]

We must be better stewards of the earth

As Buffalo Springfield would sing, “There’s something happening here; what it is ain’t exactly clear.” The polar bears are teetering on the verge of losing all of their hunting grounds and are threatened by extinction. Hurricanes and tsunamis are leaving thousands dead or homeless. Military operations are started over oil rather than peace and justice. […]

Video game violence isn’t the government’s business

I love explosions. I’m also against killing innocent people and don’t like cleaning up messes, so Halo Rocket Launchers are the perfect fix. Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez disagreees, calling violent video games “poison.” Violent video games became illegal in Venezuela last year and are punishable by three years in prison. Though it may seem imprudent […]

Bluejays drop puck in new league

During winter at Creighton, most of the sports buzz is typically limited to basketball. Needless to say, many students are surprised when they learn that Creighton, in fact, does have a hockey program. Now in its sixth season, the club hockey team has switched leagues. Since joining the North Central Collegiate Hockey Association, the Jays […]

The envelope please…

Creighton’s Performing and Visual Arts Department received 14 nominations for the 2009 Omaha Entertainment Awards. Ten of the nominations were for last year’s musical, “West Side Story.” The cast and crew behind the production were recognized with nominations ranging from lighting and costume design to best actor and actress. “The recognition is huge, and the […]