Free legal services discontinued for NSU students
Due to needed budget cuts, free legal services will no longer be offered to Northern State University students. As of June 30, 2001, Tove Bormes’ contract with the Student Association to provide legal counsel expired. (Read full article)

New course to teach students using multimedia technology
This fall, many students noticed something extra on their class schedules. The addition is MIS 488, Communications in the Electronic Age, a free one-credit opportunity for Northern State University students to be introduced to new multimedia technology.
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The people are friendly, but don't drink the water
”Hola!” “Guten Tag!” We set our scene on the campus of Northern State University in Aberdeen, South Dakota. Classes have just begun and students are rushing back and forth between buildings trying to get settled in. (Read full article)

Northern State University's physical plant is top of the line
Most students know NSU’s Physical Plant as the building where they pay unwanted parking tickets. It is indeed. However, the plant also has other numerous responsibilities. (Read full article)

What is there to say?
As I write this, I have no idea what I am going to say, and I don’t know how I’m going to get 500 words out of this. Reflecting on the events in New York, Washington, and Pittsburgh, I am still sorting out my feelings on what happened. (Read full column)

The spirit of America
The events that happened on September 11, 2001 are events, which transcend politics. They make the daily squabbles over social security and surpluses seem unimportant. I was very angry that day. Not only at those who committed those terrible acts, but also at the lack of patriotism displayed by some people. (Read full column)

The Day America Exploded
September 11, 2001- I am outraged. This day will go down as a day of incomprehensible slaughter. How many thousands of people have died today? How many are yet to die? In the future we will look back and remember where we were, know what we were doing, and feel what we felt when we first heard the news. (Read full column)

The ethics of journalism
The question of journalism ethics has been on the minds of Student Publications editors since the tragic events of Tuesday, Sept. 11. The graphic images of airplanes crashing into the World Trade Center towers, one into the Pentagon and another one in Pennsylvania are embedded into our minds. (Read full column)

Politics in the light of disaster
How did the situation get this far? Who dropped the ball? Four planes hijacked, four planes crashed, and the death toll was immense. This is probably the most horrific incident to impact the American people since WWII. So once again, who dropped the ball? (Read full letter)

VonSeggern leads NSU defense
Northern State University women’s soccer team has kicked off their season with a fast start. Sporting a 5-2 record, the Wolves have been winning games by holding opponent’s offense in check with an extremely stingy defense and an offense that has been staggering; outscoring opponents 25-7 on the season. (Read full article)

Consistency is descriptive of Koenig
Returning as a two-year Academic All-Conference in both cross country and indoor and outdoor track, Liz Koenig, Fairfax, senior, looks to break her personal best. (Read full article)

Van Emmerik hopes for successful season
Once again, the Northern State University Wolves volleyball team has taken to the courts to beat out their opponents. Led by two seniors, the team has so far defeated one of their greatest competitors, North Dakota State University. Amidst the statistics, outside hitter Beth Van Emmerik, Gillette, Wyo., senior, returns for a few hard-hitting games.
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"Bad News" Wolves optonistic about upcoming hockey season
The Northern State University Hockey Club will begin it's ninth season of competition in the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) this season, dropping down from Division I to Division II status. The club will be starting it's grueling dryland practices on Wednesday of this week before they hit the ice in mid-October. (Read full article)

Peterman hopes to have fun
This is the second year on the Northern State University men’s golf team for international business major Jeremy Peterman, Alexandria, Minn., sophomore. (Read full article)

Woodworth looks forward to new year
Sarah Woodworth, Huron, junior, is one of the few members of the Northern State University golf team. Woodworth, art education major, has played on the NSU team for two years. (Read full article)

The Others

Movie Pick: Momento

Faculty run the gamut
The faculty of Northern State University’s music department pulled out all the stops during their annual fall recital held on Thursday, Sept. 13. The literature performed ran the gamut of musical styles and tastes including bits of jazz, new age, opera, and classical standards.
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One hundred years of traditon
In the past 100 years, Northern State University has changed and progressed greatly. On the second floor of the Student Center there is an exhibit that depicts NSU’s history with pictures and artifacts borrowed from the Dacotah Prairie Museum, Northern alumni, and the NSU Archives. (Read full article)

Reach fot the Stars!!!
As many of you know, it is an exciting and historic year for Northern State University friends, faculty, alumni, and, of course, students. It was 100 years ago that this instituion was founded. Now many of you may be thinking, “What does that have to do with me?” (Read full article)

Opening the door to treasure
I have a deep appreciation for quality entertainment. I live off movies that don’t rely on special effects to sell tickets, literature that inspires independent thought, and music that resonates with my soul.
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Brad & George II: The Wrath of Ebert
“I Hated, Hated, Hated This Movie.” - The title of Roger Ebert’s latest book. (Read full article)

Gypsy Day list of events

Show your support for America
In the aftermath of the horrible events of Tuesday, Sept. 11, many people across the nation and around the world are asking what they can do. Even students at Northern State University are asking for ways to help their fellow Americans. (Read full article)

There are no shoes I could walk in
“I Said A Prayer For You Today,“ reads the title of one bulk e-mail message. “How You Can Help,” reads another, as it lists telephone numbers and web sites of various organizations involved in aiding those wounded in the recent attacks on the Pentagon and the World Trade Center. From bulk-mail spammers to college students, all of America is touched. (Read full article)

Unity is a symbol of stregnth
"There are ribbons for breast cancer, ribbons for AIDS, we need to have a ribbon for this tragedy," Amy Ochs, a non-traditional sophomore, said.  Ochs, along with Jason Dimicelli, also a non-traditional sophomore, is the mastermind behind the campus-wide ribbon campaign launched Friday. (Read full article)

A brief look at the past with two survivors
During a gray dreary morning, thousands crowded the streets of Pierre to watch a parade to commemorate those who served in World War II. Among the mob were a few silent heroes whose stories are full of wisdom and triumph. Two men shared with me their thoughts on the Pearl Harbor attack, the terrorist tragedy, and the memorial dedication.
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South Dakots honors WWII veterans
Sixty years ago, heroes flew into the face of death. Today the nation glares into the eyes of terrorism. The terrorist attacks of Tuesday, Sept. 11 will be burned into this generation's minds as did the surprise attack of the Pearl Harbor generation. (Read full article)

National Guard, Army Reserves thoughts
Another member of the National Guard military police said the dedication was exciting. Tim Maciejewski, Hot Springs, said, "This is a good deal. People are excited to be here." (Read full article)

A stroll through history
The memories, the uniforms, and many other types of memorabilia of World War II have been collected and preserved by two dedicated men. Major David H. Dutton of Spearfish and Dave Morgan of Huron have two unique collections that are shared with the public.
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NSU speaks out; an emotional reaction
“When senseless events occur with devastating consequences for thousands of individuals, we are all saddened and outraged.” With these words, President John Hilpert seems to to wrap up in one tidy package the broad spectrum of reactions to Tuesday’s events.
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New York City and Washington D.C. Attacks Timeline

Schaff: new professor in political science department
“American politics is the study of who we are. This is our government, our country. This is mine...this is me...this is what I am. Everything’s interesting - it’s a way of studying yourself,” Jon Schaff, the newest faculty member in the political science department, said.

Hey baby, what's your sign?
If you are like me, you often read your daily horoscope, if not to see what is predicted for your day, but for simple curiosity. For each zodiac sign there are characteristics supposedly found in the people born under that sign. In the last edition of The Exponent the characteristics of a typical Virgo were described.

As the world turns...
Jerusalem, Israel: In an attempt to show their contempt for the actions of some of their countrymen who were shown all over the world celebrating over the terrorist attacks in the United States, hundreds of Palestinians attended a candlelight vigil for the victims.
Frosinone, Italy: Forty thousand Italians attended an open mass on Sunday and offered prayers to America.
London, England: “United Kingdom will stand shoulder to shoulder”, was the first response of the British Prime Minister, Tony Blair, after the news of the attack made its round.
Around Europe: Over 800 million residents across Europe, were asked to pay a moment of silence as a homage for the numerous victims of the terrorist attacks that struck the U.S. At 11 a.m. (1000 GMT) last Friday, crowds gathered around U.S. Embassies and churches.

Lesson 3: One million dollars
Lesson three? What happened to lesson two? Was there even lesson one? Well, the next article is lesson two, and it’s about credit. I figure I better give you something you really want to hear about first, like how to make a cool million. Then, everyone will be waiting in line to get my next article, right?

WebAdvisor is a tool for all to use
Northern State University students have an amazing tool at their fingertips, but most students do not even know what it is, or where to find it. WebAdvisor is the tool, and it has many functions.

Casting announced for A Little Night Music
The Northern State University Theather Department has announced the casting for the fall musical, A Little Night Music. Tryouts were held on Sept. 10 -11. The show will be performed at the Johnson Fine Arts Center on Nov. 1-3, at 7:30 p.m.

Ask Beulah
Library questions? Just wondering about a topic? Drop Beulah a line... she doesn’t have an Email, so drop it in campus mail: Ask Beulah/Library or drop your question off at the reference desk.
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Meet your Student Association
All senators and officers were asked how they got involved in SA and what they goal is for NSU.

Love is in the air: fashion's romantic side
“Love is a many splendored thing. Love lifts us up where we belong. All you need is love.”