Hullabaloo

Another Week in the World

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Rice visits Baghdad to discuss deal
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice traveled to Baghdad Thursday in an attempt to negotiate a deal with Iraqi prime minister Nuri Kamal al-Maliki. The resolution would govern the presence of U.S. troops in Iraq.
Iraqi foreign minister Hoshyar Zebari stated that all major issues had been discussed.

As It Is

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Vital Signs art show at Newcomb Gallery
The Vital Signs art show, which runs until October, will be at Newcomb Gallery from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. today. The show features 30 artists' remakes of classic types of art using modern technology.

Intervarsity Christian Fellowship Slip and Slide Contest
The Intervarsity Christian Fellowship will be hosting a Slip and Slide contest on Newcomb Quad from 7 p.

Crime Watch

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Off-Campus Bicycle Theft
A student reported Aug. 1 that her bicycle was stolen from the porch of a friend's residence on Pine Street between 12 p.m. July 29 and 8:45 a.m. July 30. A bike of the same model but a different color was left in its place.

Theft
TUPD met with the reporting person on July 23 in response to a report of 14 missing photographic prints from Jones Hall.

Eight essential names to know

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Police Chief: Danny Lawless
An NOPD veteran of 36 years, Danny Lawless is well-equipped for his job as Police Chief of the Tulane University Police Department. In charge of public safety on campus, he plans to reduce the campus crime rate next year through crime mapping, a process that puts resources into solving crimes and also preventing them from happening again.

Find your way around New Orleans: a neighborhood guide

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The French Quarter - Vieux Carre
Arguably the most famous¬ ¬- or infamous - neighborhood of New Orleans, the French Quarter boasts some incredible history. Exhibiting the influences of early French colonization, Spanish settlers and the boozy modern tourist trade, the Vieux Carre has something for almost everyone.

Five politicians to know

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In light of the Nov. 4 elections, it is time for New Orleans citizens to become more aware of statewide and local politicians. Political awareness allows New Orleanians to make educated votes on Election Day. The people spotlighted here represent Louisiana in a way that national leaders cannot; they know the issues most prominent in the state and they interact with the community on a regular basis.

Freshman enjoy NOLA experience

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Every year, incoming freshmen are invited to participate in a pre-orientation program, the NOLA Experience, which serves as an introduction to New Orleans and Tulane prior to Welcome Week.
This year, 160 students were accepted into eight different tracks with varying focuses, including environmentalism in Louisiana, New Orleans food and culture and newspaper production.

Freshman enrollment soars

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

With 1,600 members, the Tulane Class of 2012-2013 comes to campus with high expectations and higher GPAs and SAT scores than any class before it.
Two factors appear to have contributed to the 17 percent increase. First, applicants showed a strong desire to help rebuild New Orleans after Katrina.

Neighborhood to-dos

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Outreach Tulane grows in size

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Outreach Tulane brings the Tulane community together by providing students the chance to get involved in community service projects throughout New Orleans. This year, Outreach will take place Aug. 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The program has been a success in past years, drawing over 1,000 student volunteers in 2007.

Summer renovations completed on campus

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Tulane witnessed the completion of several renovations over the summer. Construction projects included visual and structural work on several dorms around campus and the removal of the Bubble outside of Wall Residential College.
The now-empty patch of dirt upon which the Bubble once stood will be turned into green space, said Sylvester Johnson, the associate vice president of facilities.

A city's great expectations

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In reflecting on the appropriate message to the Class of 2012, I cannot help but realize how much is expected of this year's freshmen. You are, on paper, the smartest class from the largest pool of applicants we've ever had.
But that is not what should excite the rest of the Tulane community about the Class of 2012.

A customer's education in common courtesy

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Summer is one of the most anticipated times of the year. Students are finished with school and don't have to worry about memorizing another molecule, foreign language or random date in history for three whole months. It's a time of relaxing, staying up late, sleeping in, going to the beach and shopping.

Brothers battle about their brood

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Matt and Tommy Slattery interview their mother, Deborah Slattery, an academic advisor.

Tommy(TS): Mom, what's the best part about being an academic advisor?
Mom: The best part about being an academic advisor, although it sounds trite, is working with the students.

Fighting back in NO against corruption

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

This fall, the voters of Louisiana's Second District will have the chance to finally rid themselves of another embarrassment. Congressman Bill Jefferson is up for re-election, and also happens to be under indictment on 16 counts of corruption and bribery charges.

Harbinger Harry

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Harry would like to introduce himself to the members of the incoming freshman class. By "members," Harry means hot freshman girls; and by "introduce himself," Harry means his penis.
There's nothing in this world Harry loves more than a vulnerable freshman girl out to her first drunken night at the Boot.

Off-limits areas

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Tulane University's 2008-2009 freshman class is nearly everything the administration claims it is. The class' stature and sheer size are testaments to Tulane's rich academic opportunities.
A lot of the thanks goes to the Tulane administration. In the wave of troubles following Hurricane Katrina, it would have been easy to settle for mediocrity or down-right failure.

Penthouse/Outhouse

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Penthouse

Georgia: Hasn't been mentioned this much by the media since the debut of Daisy Duke's short-shorts.

Michael Phelps: Glad the gold around his neck distracts from his face.

Little Ugly Chinese National Anthem Singer: World glad to hear her voice and not see her face.

Fall 2008 football preview

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

After 13 days of preseason practice, Tulane Football head coach Bob Toledo can see that his team isn't quite game-ready.
"We'll go up and evaluate the whole thing, but I saw that we're not in playing shape. We're dragging a little bit," Toledo said after Wednesday's grueling 100-play scrimmage at the Westfeldt Practice Facility.

Pro sports in the area

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Saints
Recognized as the most popular sports team in Louisiana, the Saints have served as a source of inspiration and hope for the city of New Orleans and the surrounding community since their 2006 homecoming season post-Katrina.
Throughout the fall season, the former NFC runner-up holds its home base in the Louisiana Superdome, the same venue that is home to the Tulane Green Wave Football team.

Top 5 reasons to (still) watch the Olympics

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Let's face it: Michael Phelps owned this year's Olympics. Completely shattering seven world records en route to winning an unreal eight gold medals, the champion swimmer captured America's heart and became the triumphant U.S. representative at Beijing. But with Phelps back in the States posing for Corn Flakes boxes and Sports Illustrated covers, many Americans have lost the incentive to watch the remainder of the games.

John Butler speaks up: New Orleans, music

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Though born in California, guitarist John Butler now calls Australia home. He started his musical career as a busker, performing instrumental pieces on the streets of Perth, Australia, and has become one of Australia's most treasured artists. Most of his albums have reached platinum status on the charts down under and he has accumulated a large number of American fans.

Lollapalooza: a weekend in the city

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

For the past four summers, Grant Park in downtown Chicago has hosted Lollapalooza, a three-day music festival. It has become one of the premier American music festivals, showcasing the world's best mainstream and independent rock music.
Lollapalooza is the perfect opportunity for hipsters from Chicago and elsewhere to hear the hottest bands without having to rough it on a farm at Bonnaroo or endure the desert sun at Coachella.

NOLA's guide to the Big Easy

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

nola: your to-do list

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The new semester is right around the corner, and while much homework lies ahead, there is more fun to be had. To get away from the bustle of purchasing textbooks, moving into dorms and starting classes, explore the Crescent City through some of the following upcoming events.

Olympic music... kind of sucks

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Watching the Olympics seemed like the perfect way to get through the last days of summer before heading off to college. Sports I've never heard of, countries I had no idea existed, all in the comfort of my living room.
I watched everything. Absolutely everything.

poor and hungry?

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Bruff blues? Freshman fifteen? These issues shouldn't be a problem with this handy arcade guide: every restaurant on the list is a cheap and convenient option for getting your fill of all sorts of NOLA cuisine. Most restaurants are within walking distance of the freshman dorms, and for those nights when the thought of one more Bruff cereal buffet leaves you crying in the fetal position, hey, there's always delivery.