Campus gets new pipe system, ungerground sprinklers
On Oct. 22, Dahme Construction Company, Inc. of Aberdeen started the repiping of campus. Originally, Northern State University hired Clark Engineering, of Aberdeen, to do the project design. (Read full article)

Ted Boardman dazzels MIS 488 class
Northern State University’s campus was graced by the presence of an instructor who has never taught on a campus before. This exciting occurrence took place Nov. 5 when Mr. Ted Boardman, an authorized trainer for Discreet, showed MIS 488 students all the possibilities of 3-D animation. (Read full article)

Genesis of Innovation visits NSU
On Nov. 2 the Genesis of Innovation for South Dakota organization visited Northern State University’s campus to give a brief presentation on building a bridge between education and business. This partnership will be able to “keep the wealth in South Dakota.” (Read full article)

E-Business course provides practical work knowledge
With the Statewide Center for E-learning extending the technology opportunities at Northern State University, the school of business is following in the same steps. An e-business course is being added to the business courses at NSU for the spring 2002 semester.
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NSU registers with WebAdvisor
It’s new. It’s exciting. It’s convenient. Students and faculty of Northern State University have been given the option to register for their spring 2002 classes online. This was made possible by a product called WebAdvisor. (Read full article)

SLP competes at national mediation tournament
The Society of Legal Professions members took sixth and ninth place respectively in a national mediation tournament held Oct. 26-28 in Des Moines, Iowa. Brenaw University in Georgia took first. (Read full article)

Anti-Terror and Individual Rights
One of the first things expressed concerning the war on terrorism was apprehension by many people of the impact it could have on our individual freedoms. In fact, one of the things I noticed in the first Exponent after the attacks was a student who was concerned that it could possibly affect his first amendment rights. (Read full Editorial)

Civil Liberties, Schmival Liberties
Before I start dispensing my dosage of wisdom about the anti-terrorism bill (the Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing the Appropriate Tools Required To Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism, or the USA Patriot Act), there are two things I feel I need to say about some other current happenings.
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The Price of Patriotism
If there is any good that can come out of the attacks of Sept. 11 it would be that Americans have recognized our police and firefighters as the heroes they really are, and that there has been a tremendous surge in patriotism. The flag is everywhere: on coats, backpacks, sports uniforms, and yes, even on underwear. People are singing God Bless America and the Star Spangled Banner more often and with more feeling. One can't help but wear red, white, and blue at every opportunity. I say it’s about time. (Read Full Editorial)

Letter to the Editors

Our Voice: Rising Junior
It is that time of year again. Midterms have just passed; the Rising Junior Proficiency Exam has been taken. For those that have not had the pleasure of taking the Rising Junior Exam, it is a Board of Regents mandated test. All students in a South Dakota state-sponsored university are required to take this proficiency exam after completing a set number of credits. (Read full article)

Are you scared of worms
There’s been a lot of talk lately about the dangers of computer and video gaming. I’ve been using computers since I was three years old, and as an avid gamer, I have to chuckle. (Read full article)

Academic emphasis will benefit NSU
The decline in enrollment and the tight budget issues that face Northern State University are serious problems that need to be addressed. Increasing enrollment would raise the amount of monies available to improve this institution. What needs to be done to increase enrollment? The answer is simple; NSU needs to give their recruiters more selling points to present to prospective students. (Read full article)

Football ends with Metrodome loss
Northern State University was shutout in the second half to allow a Minnesota State-Moorhead comeback and 24-14 win Nov. 9 the 2001 Metrodome Classic. (Read full article)

Wrestlers host alumni to begin season
The Northern State University Wolves’ wrestlers began their season on Oct. 27 with their first annual alumni dual. Thirteen former NSU wrestlers were on hand to battle the current NSU wrestling team. The final dual score favored the current Wolves wrestlers, but the fun and excitement was entertaining for everyone involved. (Read full article)

Soccer season ends, record impressive
On Sunday Nov. 4, the Northern State University Wolves women’s soccer team season came to a close. As the host of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference Tournament, the Wolves came up short in their last two matches of the tournament, falling to the eventual champion University of Minnesota-Duluth 3-0 in the semi-final game and losing to Wayne State University 4-2 in the third place game.
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Christi Lucas: a shining star out on the volleyball court
The Northern State University women’s volleyball team has had a rollercoaster ride for a season. With both huge wins and disappointing losses, the Wolves’ year has been, to say the least, emotional. During the final weekend of this season, the Wolves squared off with the Winona State Warriors and the Concordia University-St. Paul Golden Bears. (Read full article)

Wolf Tracks

Monsters, Inc.

Trailer Review: Star Wars2 : Attack of the Clones

Invitational exhibit in Lincoln
The Isaac Lincoln Gallery is showing the works of Timothy Vogl, Rapid City, and Rebecca Young-Sletten, Bismark, North Dakota, from Oct. 30 until Jan. 11. Both artists are painters and graduates of Northern State University. Their paintings seek to “capture and communicate a sense of life,” as the exhibit statement says. (Read full article)

NSU hosts 2001 South Dakota All State Chorus and Orchestra
Northern State University hosted the 2001 All State Chorus and Orchestra which brought over 1,100 of the finest high school musicians in the state to our campus on Nov. 9-10. (Read full article)

High School art in the Student Center
The Eighth Annual High School Workshop Exhibition is showing in the Student Center from now until Nov. 14. This exhibit showcases student work from high schools throughout South Dakota, North Dakota, and Minnesota. With works ranging from mixed media sculptures to crayon and acrylic, this exhibit covers many artistic genres. (Read full article)

'A Little Night Music' review and responese
Sex. That was all I heard about “A Little Night Music.” Not knowing anything at all about the play but this one thing, I was still a little unprepared for some of the more racy scenes. This production truly is all about sex, and the NSU theater department pulled it off with style and flair. Laughter and tears, joy and anguish, frustration and relief, and these were just the emotions I felt sitting in the audience looking on. The cast, crew, and musicians all did a wonderful job. (Read full article)

Fall 2001 Fine Arts Callendar

NSU Organization of Entrepreneurs: fearless leaders
Northern State University is always buzzing with new ideas and projects. Three weeks ago, a new club sprang up onto NSU’s campus: the NSU Organization of Entrepreneurs. (Read full article)

PBL reactivates at NSU
Northern State University’s Phi Beta Lambda Chapter has recently been reactivated and is in the process of building up the organization once again. So what is Phi Beta Lambda anyway? (Read full article)

From the desk of the Vice-President...
Can you believe how fast this semester is going? It seems as if the first day of classes was years ago and Gypsy Days is but a distant memory. The Student Association has been very busy, so I would like to highlight a few events that have kept us on our toes. (Read full article)

Around the world and back again
Worcester, England: The former dustman who became England’s most well known animal rights activist died recently in a hunger strike that was believed to be part of a protest against the British government’s handling of foot and mouth breakouts.
Johannesburg, South Africa: Geologist Sharad Master accidentally discovered something that could change the way history is taught while reading a magazine article about Saddam Hussein’s dam building projects.
Moscow, Russia: It’s hardly surprising to learn of the Russian military’s use of force in matters Americans would handle more diplomatically, but recently the Red Army made a move that will raise some eyebrows.
Guilin, China: China’s National Tourism Administration has made over $20 million dollars available for improvements of a commodity of utmost importance to visitors - public toilets. (Read Full Article)

A brief history of a holiday
Once upon a time, when children’s morals were more important than tolerance, a band of protesters left England and arrived in Holland.
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Nominate your Mom
Every fall each state in America begins the search for their Mother of the Year. South Dakota has named a Mother each year since 1943 with the exception of 1999. By honoring our State mother, we also honor and appreciate all mothers! There is also a category for young mothers. (Read Full Article)

Scorpio accuracy
For most Scorpios, the last issue’s horoscope hit their personality traits in numerous ways. A few of the article’s statements, on the other hand, left others scratching their heads. All in all, most agree that the horoscope was truthful and quite accurate. (Read Full Article)

You too can Exercise
Many of the exercises you perform will work great to get your heart rate up, burn fat, and build muscle. There’s just one problem: most of the cardiovascular exercises you chose to do neglect one major muscle group-your abdominal muscles. There are several advantages to having a strong stomach. (Read Full Article)