Daily Archives March 28, 2007

Students at Fairfield University are gearing up for the 19th Annual Hunger Cleanup, where they give back to the community and help the less fortunate. The event combines soliciting cash donations and donating volunteer hours to non-profit agencies. The event, put together by a group of about 30 students on the Hunger Cleanup Committee, gives half the money raised to local educational programs such as halfway houses and community centers.

So where do you go to school? "Fairfield University." "Where?" For any student who attends Fairfield, and lives outside of Connecticut's state lines, the conversation described above is common. It usually continues with the student describing Fairfield, being sure to point out its better traits and defend the school as if it were the student's own awkward red-headed stepchild trying to fit in with the rest of the class.

In theory, a commencement speaker should be a highlight of the graduation ceremony, enlightening and inspiring classes of men and women on the brink of new endeavors. This year appears hopeful, as Fr. Thomas Regan, a beloved former University professor and assistant dean, has been named as the 2007 commencement speaker.

An assistant professor at Oklahoma State University is conducting a study to determine whether green tea beverages or supplements can reduce body fat and prevent health problems. Arpita Basu said foods that are high in antioxidants, such as green tea, may prevent or delay the development of diabetes, cancer and other health problems.

In a presentation Tuesday night at the Alumni House, project leaders who were given diversity grants by the Earl W. and Hildagunda Brinkmman Foundation showcased the culmination of their yearlong work for members of the University community.

Originally, all John A. Danaher III '72 wanted to do was become an English teacher after graduating from Fairfield, so he spent time teaching in a small, private school in West Hartford. However, Danaher's plans changed. After doing well on the LSATs, he became a defense attorney and later held a job in the U.

There are only about five places where you can hear a daughter scream, "Why are you guys so traditional!?" to her lesbian parents, and apparently a Theatre Fairfield Improv show is one of them. Yes, comic gems such as those were present last weekend as Theatre Fairfield's two improvisation ensembles, Baker's Dozen and On the Spot, put on a series of performances at the PepsiCo Theatre.

Thusday, March 22 7:00 p.m. Female students in Campion Hall reported items missing from their room over spring break. There are no suspects. 9:19 p.m. A note was left on a student's car parked in the Village saying he witnessed the car being attacked by male turkeys while mating.

Billy Madison, "Happy Gilmore" and "The Waterboy" are three of the most immature, idiotic and inappropriate characters created by Adam Sandler. All three have made adolescents laugh out loud over and over again at the stupidity of their shenanigans. All three have made Adam Sandler famous for silly jokes and sheer ridiculousness. However, Charlie Fineman, Sandler's character in "Reign Over Me," is unlike any other.

This past Sunday, March 25, musical legend Elton John celebrated his 60th birthday. To mark this milestone, John performed a very special concert at a venue that he holds near and dear to his heart, New York's Madison Square Garden. As John told the people in attendance, he had many memorable experiences on "The Garden's" stage, ranging from the emotional 9/11 tribute concert to a special performance with John Lennon.