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Alcohol, caffeine drinks banned

As of today, the sale of Four Loko, Joose, Max and other alcoholic energy drinks will be illegal in Kansas. Full story

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Softball team prepares to defend title

Team trains in offseason with a ‘target’ on its back

After winning the KCAC championship in 2010 the Ottawa University softball team has begun offseason training for the next season, hoping to continue what they have started. Full story

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New year brings growth, opportunities

Don’t try to force maturity

This year was pretty good. Sure, bad things happened, but there were also good things for the nation, the world and us as individuals and as a staff. Full story

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Braves TV, Stray Dog Production efforts merge

One class, two different video objectives

A media lab class and a student group working with Ottawa University marketing have come together into one class to appeal to more students.

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Pie Eating Contest

OU students and middle school students from the community joined in a pumpkin pie eating contest on November 10, 2010 during lunch.

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Students choose an abstinent lifestyle

Junior Charley Worthey said he is waiting to have sex until marriage because he loves Jesus and wants to be obedient to him.

Lust, love deep questions for OU students

The question of love vs. lust is important to some people because couples want to be sure that their relationship is built on a good foundation.

“Facebook official” new term to describe relationships

The term "Facebook official" is becoming a regular term among Facebook users to describe the status of a couple.

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The truth about sexual health, diseases

"Sex is a healthy thing," OU school nurse Martha Dodd said.

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Sanchez: Being away from home is hard

There are many challenges in college and for many students going home is not one of them.

Truth project helps students with faith

To senior Caj Kueffer, God is The Truth.

Police chief urges consideration as parking problems persist

Chief of Police Dennis Butler knows he cannot personally create more parking on the streets in Ottawa.

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After many years, couple still shares their love for OU

For some students, Ottawa University will change from their place of education to their place of employment after they graduate.

Memorial service held for Kent Granger

Friend, husband, father, loyal, kind, courageous, strong, persistent, successful, giving.

New building plans combine cafeteria, bookstore, library

When OU alumni return to campus, the center could look different with a new Student Life Center.

Head of Adawe LifePlan Center leaves position

Lonnie Cooper, who was head of the Adawe LifePlan Center during the fall 2010 semester, has left that position for personal reasons.

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Students suprised by snow after break

As inches of snow began falling on Sunday, Jan. 9, most of the students at Ottawa University were just getting settled back in the dorms after a month-long break.

Senior core projects extend over fall semester

Brayonda Powell's senior core group wanted to have the main event for their project on alumni night, January 22. Unfortunately, they were enrolled in senior core for the fall 2010 semester.

Rep. Gabrielle Giffords latest victim of political violence in US

President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865 while attending a play at Ford's Theater.

OU loses 27 students to poor academics

The fall semester of 2010 proved to be one for movement among students at Ottawa University.

Couple gives university $1 million gift

Over the holiday season, Ottawa University received a $1 million donation from Ramon and Glenda Schmidt.

Hall olympics will test academics, arts, athletics

The first annual Hall Olympics will begin in spring 2011.

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Senior core group inspired by TOMS shoes gives back

The goal was 150 pairs of shoes and $100 in donations.

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Downtown forum gives students opportunity for choice, input

On Nov. 11, students had the opportunity to help the future of Ottawa.

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Alcohol, caffeine drinks banned

As of today, the sale of Four Loko, Joose, Max and other alcoholic energy drinks will be illegal in Kansas.

Students worry, cram as finals week approaches

The time of year is approaching where many students have one thing weighing on their minds.

Campaign helps students receive scholarships

Students, businesses and alumni have something to be proud of after accomplishing the highest amount of donations in the history of the Franklin County Campaign.

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‘No shave November’ popular on campus

On Nov. 16, Sophomore Michael Matos quieted a group of young men in the lobby of Brown Hall.

Braves Athletic Council run by student athletes

A graduate assistant has brought an athletics organization from the NCAA to Ottawa University.

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Students showcase skills

Freshmen Joella Wolnik, Ray Thomas and Shelby Winfrey just like to jam together.

Ottawa signs up to participate in Numana

Ottawa residents will have an opportunity to help people without food through February.

Some students choose option of off campus housing

This fall, Ottawa University's enrollment numbers reached a record high.

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Election night important for candidates

Seats were at stake for local, state and national levels. Junior Jake McMillian watched the results as they were being reported.

Smith: Doulos First Response offers support, prayer

Students at Ottawa University needing support from their peers can add Doulos First Response to their list of resources.

Black Student Union hosts ‘sweet’ dance

Black Student Union is under the leadership of a new President, has new faces, and a new change that lead to a dance full of sweets and fun from 9-11 p.m. October Black Student Union hosted their first welcome dance on campus called "The Sweet Life of College," which was open to all OU students, faculty, staff and the community.

Strange events happen in dorm, local auditorium

With Halloween just around the corner, some students and residents of Ottawa are recalling haunted events.

Webb: Going paperless important to OU, future careers

Director of Career Services Susan Webb feels going paperless is important to the university.

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ACE emphasizes awareness of HIV

On June 19, 2007 David Robertson got a call that would forever alter his life.

OU student suffers concussion, lacerations from fight

Baker University senior Colton Miller has been charged with misdemeanor battery for an apparent assault on Ottawa University junior Jame Moran.

Dinneen: ACE committee wants student input

Students have more control over Arts and Cultural Events than they think.

Sundance expands film education

Ottawa University students and faculty are working to make the third student trip to the Sundance Film Festival possible.

Local businesses offer discounts to students

If Ottawa University Students or employees need to save some money in this economy, it may be as easy as looking to the local businesses in Ottawa.

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Students take on responsibility of work study, off campus jobs

With the high price of college, many students work while they attend school in order to pay off the cost of education and living expenses.

Free tutoring provides benefits outside of classroom

Free tutoring is available to all students on campus.

SWAAN focuses on OU's diversity

Junior Jake McMillian feels it's important that students feel welcome on campus.

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Chapel has big plans for semester

Ottawa University Pastor Bud McCluney does not want Ottawa University students to be a statistic.

Catholic group starts at OU, welcomes all religions

In the past, Non-protestant students attending Ottawa University may have felt their religious life lacking, but OU's library director is hoping to change that.

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Dorms offer programs, events for residents

Senior Resident Assistant Caj Kueffer thinks of Bennett Hall as his second family.

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Group back at OU, promoting healthy student relationships

HEART, a student organization, helps students develop better relationships with one another and the world around them, senior human services major Erica Weaver said.

New MBA program promises flexibility for students

This fall, Ottawa University added a Master's degree in Business Administration to its program on all campuses.

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Senate funds help groups, organizations travel

Trips are common opportunities that allow Ottawa University students to expand their education with hands-on experience.

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Forum articles

Gorton: Being married in college is a blast

It's safe to say that getting through college isn't always easy.

Marolf: Relationships have good, bad points

Being in a committed relationship while in college has both good and bad moments.

McMillian: Inclusive climates don’t just happen

As believers in the mission of a liberal arts education, it is important for members of our university community to consciously create an environment of inclusion by actively fighting hate and discrimination on our campus.

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Sexting risky if not with the right partner

Sexting, or sending sexually explicit text messages, can have both negative and positive consequences.

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Texting while driving banned in state of Kansas

Drivers could face a $60 fine if caught texting at wheel

Texting and driving is now banned in Kansas.

Many events can help with stress, boredom among student body

Ottawa University is a very eventful campus. I like the fact that this school generally always has some sort of entertainment for the students.

Public service can take on many forms; needs to be prioritized

Giving back to community is important regardless of position, power, weight of action

In his 1961 inaugural address, newly elected President John F. Kennedy said the famous words "And so, my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country."

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Call of Duty’s popularity prevents teen pregnancy

Some levels of game addiction may help with worse problems

Many people know about Call of Duty: Black Ops and its crazy popularity.

Humm: Brownback plans to cut vital services

The success of Republican Sam Brownback in the Kansas Governor's race in November means hard cuts to vital aspects of services to citizens and communities.

Phillips: Don’t pretend to something without believing, act hypocritically

Those who claim Christianity should be willing to act like it, not dishonor God with wrong actions

In this world, we are all sinners.

Holidays should be about family, not fighting for gifts

There are more important things during holidays than gifts, getting latest shopping deals

It is that time of the year. City streets glimmer with Christmas lights, snow covers the ground, families reunite and then there is that idea of holiday cheer.

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Becchina: Holiday shoppers should stay safe

Shopping is fun, but shouldn't overcome common sense

Everyone loves going shopping and catching all the sales, especially us girls.

List was just guide to living in present, learning from past mistakes

My New Year's resolution for 2010 was to live in the present.

Humm: Shop downtown Ottawa for holidays

While it may be easy to drive to Kansas City to a mall to do your Christmas shopping, the experience and quality of products may be different than other options.

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New year brings growth, opportunities

Don’t try to force maturity

This year was pretty good. Sure, bad things happened, but there were also good things for the nation, the world and us as individuals and as a staff.

Mustang is a great car, superior over competition and constantly improving

Ford Mustangs are the hottest sports cars that have been in production since the 1960s.

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Seabolt: Coffee America’s drink despite health risks

Drink changes social settings; affects young people’s actions

You wake up and you feel groggy.

Phillips: When college trips are offered, go; travel will never be as cheap or as much fun

Travel is never going to be this cheap. Many groups at OU travel the country and even the world on trips to various places.

Bicycle accessibility important for economy, environment

With more people riding bikes, OU, town should continue to welcome them

The Ottawa community has seen several new improvements that benefit those who travel by bicycle.

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Honesty should be key, even when it isn’t easy

Truth is important; can be dangerous to others

Lying or stretching the truth can hold a person back. One of the most valued traits is honesty.

Payne: Animals have just as much importance, right to life as humans

Some people may say that while animal's rights are important they're not as important as human rights.

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Opinion Head-to-Head: Animal rights, difference in value

Some groups need to calm down about animals rights

I don't hate animals.

Flowers: Small college not for everyone; make sure transferring out is for right reasons

Being at a small, private college is a much different experience than being at a state school with thousands and thousands of students.

Humm: All elections important; vote with conviction, inform yourself

It is our responsibility as Americans to exercise our right to vote. Those in history who were once not allowed to vote now have the opportunity to do so and we need to take advantage of what those before us fought for. As a woman, I feel like I owe it to those women who fought for equal rights in the 19th Amendment that prohibits limiting citizens to vote based on gender.

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Focus on real issues when voting next week

Many topics affect college students

Even though we all have different backgrounds, morals and political associations, we all have a collective interest in a few political agenda items.

Humm: Volunteering good for community, students

Volunteering is something that involves dedication, compassion, a strong heart, and an open mind.

It shouldn’t be all about forgiving, forgetting

Jurski: Take time for yourself and continue to live life when wronged

How can one really forgive someone without forgetting?

Gorton: Transfer to OU was great move for community, positive environment

Attending a small school in small-town Kansas can have its share of perks - one-on-one interactions with professors and close relationships with peers.

Payne: don’t bully people, spread rumors for any reason

It was hard for me to find the words for this piece.

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Accepting differences important for personal growth

No reason to attack people who are not the same; just accept them for who they are

Everyone is different.

Phillips: Dorm has become a second home; roommates a second family

I have to admit, much to my parent's disappointment, I have been caught calling Ottawa University "home."

Humm: Community day brings unity, charity

Every year during football season, there is a special day for the members of the Ottawa community.

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Parking issues just minor inconveniences

Students should enjoy walking

With such a large enrollment this year, parking became a new problem; but is problem really the right word for it?

Becchina: Sleep necessary for continued college success

Being college students, we all know it can be tough trying to get enough sleep sometimes, especially in the dorms.

West: Faith isn’t always enough; doubts creep in

Most times when I am in church I usually sit in the pews that are located in the back of the church.

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New printing program just small green step for OU

University should make this just the beginning

The Gibby coping program is a great thing for OU.

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Gibson: People don't like watching girl's sporting events over men's

Going to any type of sporting event is usually followed with most of the same things; large crowds and screaming fans. However, if you really think about it, most of all of those games are men's games. As a female student athlete, I can tell you that the atmosphere of the crowd is never the same at a women's game and a men's game.

OU's sports website recieves makeover

The Ottawa Braves website has been redesigned and revamped.

Braves Athletic Council aims to support teams, community

The Braves Athletic Council is attempting to kill two birds with one stone. The Braves Athletic Council (BAC) is a new student group on campus which consists of Ottawa University athletes who demonstrate the positive characteristics of a Champion of Character.

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Men’s basketball team shoots for consistency

In a season of ups and downs, the men's basketball team has come out with a record that doesn't have big numbers in the win column.

The Wright Stuff: Players, coach feel Heat in Miami

Will Smith once had a song where he said "party in the city where the heat is on, all night on the beach till the break of dawn."

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Softball team prepares to defend title

After winning the KCAC championship in 2010 the Ottawa University softball team has begun offseason training for the next season, hoping to continue what they have started.

The Wright Stuff: ESPNU College Town scores with sports fans

Social media games have begun to turn into something of a phenomenon over the last couple of years.

Braves fighting for shot at second consecutive playoff run

As the football season nears its end, coaches and players look hopefully towards the playoffs and look back on what the season has looked like so far.

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Volleyball team prepares for postseason

The OU women's volleyball team is heading to the KCAC conference tournament with a No. 2 rank in the conference after being picked fourth in the preseason polls.

Braves basketball has big plans for improvement this season

The OU men's and women's basketball teams are getting ready for a fresh start this year after suffering losing seasons last year.

The Wright Stuff: NBA season begins under radar of MLB, other seasons

The 2010-2011 NBA season started yesterday, and it is going slightly under the radar with the Major League Baseball postseason underway and the NFL season in full swing.

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New group on campus provides diversity

There is a new group on campus that will be stepping to a new beat.

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Golf teams have high expectations for season

The Ottawa Braves golf team has high expectations for the 2010-2011 season.

The Wright Stuff: Managing imaginary teams is fun challenge

Fantasy sports are great for any type of fan of the game.

Students on campus compete in various fantasy football leagues

Fantasy football has become something that is more anticipated and more focused on since it came on the internet scene in the late 1990s.

Offseason sports prepare for competitions

Even though it's the fall sports season, spring and winter sports teams have recently began off-season workouts and games in preparation of their respective seasons.

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FCA provides fun activities through religion

To senior Brayonda Powell, the Fellowship of Christians Athletes means "hope."

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OU hires former NCAA coach to lead dance, cheer teams

A former NCAA cheer coach is the new cheer and dance coach at Ottawa University.

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Community, students gather for game

Saturday was the fifth annual Ottawa University Community Day.

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Braves TV, Stray Dog Production efforts merge

A media lab class and a student group working with Ottawa University marketing have come together into one class to appeal to more students.

‘Woyzeck’ play auditions underway for performance

The spring theatre production, "Woyzeck" by Georg Buchner, will run March 3, 4, 5 at 7:30pm in the Larry D. Peters Auditorium.

Praise band searching for new members this spring

With the start of a new semester at Ottawa University, new opportunities can present themselves to students.

OU choir students take on New York City

The Ottawa University choir took a six day trip to New York last week.

If you ask me: Jersey Shore showcases bad behavior

A few nights ago I was watching Jersey Shore. I know what you're thinking. Don't judge me.

If you ask me: No shave November? No sir.

I don't like body hair. I just don't. It freaks me out.

Rhianna’s new album more tame than past records

Music has defined us from the very beginning of time, and the artist who have made a name for themselves in the industry of music grow ever so popular.

‘Private Practice’ episode plot shows depth

I love "Grey's Anatomy." But somehow my enthusiasm for Grey's never really transferred to the spin off "Private Practice."

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Hohman grows in OU music, choir, musicals

Chris Hohman is a new addition to the Ottawa University family.

Urinetown entertains with a message

It's a privilege to pee. The Ottawa University theater department is putting on Urinetown: The Musical, a musical comedy with a message about sustainability.

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Crystal Plaza Theater provides options

The Crystal Plaza Theater is the only movie theater in Franklin County.

If you ask me: Answer some questions with care

*Disclaimer: I cannot and will not speak for all women. I am just one sarcastic girl with curly hair. I am not to be taken seriously.

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‘Private Ears’ jazz ensemble brings faculty together

This year there will be some Private Ears on campus.

If you ask me: Friendships are most important

At this stage in our lives we have, or at least should have, learned to juggle dozens of different worlds and relationships at once.

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‘Fun’ plays a packed crowd in Lawrence

About two weeks ago, most people were cheering for the Wildcats or the Hawks.

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Student radio station sees improvement, back on air

OU's radio station, 88.9 KTJO The Rage, has undergone major improvements for the 2010-2011 school year and is back on air after a dormant year.

If you ask me: Some new favors out of control

Now in general it's pretty hard to surprise or even disgust me.

Student actors put on funny show for “Almost, Maine”

Recently I attended the Ottawa University Theatre performance of "Almost, Maine."

“The Social Network” gives great, real life story line

There is more to the story behind the famous, profitable web site we all use everyday called Facebook.

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Braves Television shoots for high goals, creativity

Last year, their videos included a cafeteria karaoke version of Journey's "Don't Stop Believing" as well as various promotional spots.

Brown Hall celebrates chicken month

September is national chicken month.

GaGa rallying fans, senators to repeal law

Screw Bieber fever, I'm gugu for GaGa.

If you ask me: Be cautious with your characters

Have you ever reached for a friend's phone and they flip out:

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Matt and Kim play packed venue in Lawrence

Before I first saw them live, I knew I liked them.