The SAU Buzz

Iliza:the last comic standing

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Iliza Shlesinger is famous.
"What? No. I'm not famous. Beyoncé is famous."
Maybe not famous, but Shlesinger is quickly making her name known on the comedy circuits. The winner of NBC's "Last Comic Standing" in the summer of 2008 is gaining recognition, even if her name throws people off.

Queen Bee dynamic duo makes history again

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

They've done it again. Senior Jenny Clark and junior Ali Dolphin are in the record books for St. Ambrose, and like their 1,000 career points last season, they've done this together, too. Dolphin and Clark are now the exclusive members of a new club - the 1,500 career points and 400 career assists club.

Yoga classes can help relieve stress

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Students are among the highest rates for depression and mental illness in the United States. The added stress of little sleep and high stress put students at a high risk for anxiety and other health problems. Marcie Nithang is doing her part at St. Ambrose to keep students healthy by offering weekly yoga classes to students.

Writing resolutions and starting revolutions

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

St. Ambrose University's first ever Model UN team made a lasting impression last week, Feb, 17-20, at the Midwest Model United Nations conference in St. Louis. As rookies, the team did not know what to expect at the conference, but thanks to extensive preparation, they were soon arguing for resolutions and making controversial speeches.

MySAU portal now available to students

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

St. Ambrose students can now access their e-mail, Blackboard and Beeline from one convenient website called Portal. The Information Technology department just launched the Portal website after developing it for over two years.
Irene Kremer-Palmer, director of information technology at St.

Resume Drive Thru brings in QC employers

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

As a part of its commitment to students' success in future job opportunities after college, the St. Ambrose University Career Center conducted a resume drive thru February 15 and16. This was the second time that employers from the Quad City area have been asked to look over students' resumes and give feedback.

Figge Art Museum hosts College Night

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

According to world famous painter, Grant Wood, "all the really good ideas I'd ever had came to me while I was milking a cow. So I went back to Iowa."
A rarely celebrated and often overlooked topic, life in the Midwest was the theme for College Night at the Figge Art Museum on Feb, 25, 2010.

Housing is an ever-changing process

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Living on campus at St. Ambrose University is highly recommended for freshman and sophomore students, because it increases interaction with others and builds relationships. Once those relationships are built in the first or second year, students have the privilege of moving out of Rohlman Hall, Bechtel Hall, Davis Hall or Cosgrove Hall and into preferred housing.

Motivational speaker to visit SAU

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Students have endless opportunities at St. Ambrose, including the chance to hear professional speakers. Bringing motivational speakers to campus is one of the best ways to reach out to students. Student Advisory Council (SAC) has arranged for Brian Tracy, a best-selling author and professional speaker to visit SAU.

Hip Hop fashion show spotlights cultural diversity

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

On Thursday, Feb. 18, Ambrose students were able to come and enjoy the hip hop fashion show that took place on the third floor of the Rogalski Center. The fashion show was put on by the Minority Affairs club at St. Ambrose. It was an exciting event in which students were able to get a feel for a real fashion show.

More diversity in acts at Live at the Lounge

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Talent is few and far between; anyone who watches American Idol can attest to that. But on Feb. 26th, the Gottlieb Lounge showcased some talents that could put the contestants on America's favorite show to shame.
The bright orange lighting shined on the performers on stage.

Wasikowskia enjoys being in Burton's vision for 'Alice'

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Tim Burton is back in theaters on March 5 with "Alice in Wonderland" but, unlike the filmmaker's "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," this bookshelf adaptation veers from its namesake source material in major ways. We spoke about that and other matters with 20-year-old Aussie newcomer Mia Wasikowska, who has the title role in the film, which also stars Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Anne Hathaway, Crispin Glover and Alan Rickman.

Bee Sharp male acapella group on a high note for success

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

There is a new development in the music department at St. Ambrose University. Bee Sharp is the all male acapella group that has begun practicing this semester. The group's director, Keith Haan, said that Bee Sharp was all the idea of the guys of the group.

Novel turned movie "Sparks" emotional response

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

There's something about a Nicholas Sparks novel adapted into a movie that is bound to fill a theater with sniffles and tears. Sparks has had five of his bestselling novels adapted into major motion pictures--Message in a Bottle, A Walk to Remember, The Notebook, Nights in Rodanthe, and Dear John, which just hit theaters Feb.

Theater professors give opinions on Oscars

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

This year's Oscars have created a lot of good and not so good buzz around both the film industry and movie-goers. The decision for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to place 10 best picture nominees on the ballot has created a lot of controversy.

SAU cheerleaders win first ever competition

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The debate has been going on for years as to whether cheerleading should be considered a real sport or not. No matter who is right or wrong in this controversy, the St. Ambrose University cheerleading squad is taking the steps they feel they need to be considered a real sport.

Childhood pastime a fun, healthy alternative

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Every weekend seems to bring the same events; bars, house parties, basketball games or going home to visit friends and family, but there may be a fun alternative that has been overlooked since you were about 12 years old.
Roller skating was something fun to do during elementary school and junior high.

Schneider receives Fighting Bee Award on Senior Day

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

As he sits in his office, Donald "Duke" Schneider looks through a yearbook. The office hasn't changed in the 30 years he's spent at St. Ambrose, but the previous students that fill the pages have gone on to successful careers in broadcasting.
As the Operations Manager for TV-11, Duke has seen many come and go.

Campus Recreation leads National Fitness Day on campus

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

If you're looking to be more active, Campus Recreation may have an answer that would help you get more involved.
National Recreational Sports and Fitness Day is celebrated by universities across the country. This nationwide event is sponsored by the National Intramural Recreational Sports Association, or NIRSA.

Major League Baseball considers change to DH rule

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Whether your favorite team plays in the National League, such as the Cubs or Cardinals, or in the American League, like the White Sox and the Twins, most baseball fans are aware of the role of the designated hitter.
Since 1973, when the DH was first instated to combat the great pitchers of the era such as Sandy Koufax and Bob Gibson, there has been a divide among fans.

Hannah-white named All-American

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

mes Hannah-White was recently named to the 2009 College Fanz NAIA All-American Second Team on special teams based on his contributions to the Fighting Bees during the 2009 football season.
Hannah-White, a sophomore from Lafayette, Ind., averaged almost 22 yards per punt return on the season and 25 yards per kick-off return.

Bowlers head to first sectional tournament

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The sectional-bound St. Ambrose bowling team didn't throw the season into the gutter. The season will soon be coming to an end, but not quite yet. The team has qualified for sectionals in Las Vegas.
The 2009-2010 season marked the first bowling season at Ambrose.

Sports Spotlight: Jim Segredo- basketball

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Senior Night is a celebratory and thankful night for the four-year seniors who have devoted their time to the St. Ambrose basketball program. They have a chance to be respectfully recognized and the ability to go out on their own terms. Senior Jim Segredo, formally the varsity mens basketball manager, wanted nothing more than just that.

McGwire back in baseball, seeking redemption

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

There aren't too many single words that can change the face of an entire sport. But if there is one that can, it'd be one most prevalent in baseball - steroids. Lately, no one knows that better than fans of stars like Barry Bonds, Alex Rodriguez and Mark McGwire.

Senioritis hits again... in a different way

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

We all have heard of it and probably felt it at least during our senior year of high school: senioritis.
It's the disease that strikes our ability to focus and get work done as senior year ends. We can already feel the next stage of life and dream of that day when homework, tests and papers will all finally go away.

Not a fan of Wal-Mart

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

I hate Wal-Mart. Sure they have everything; produce, dairy, bath essentials and even clothing. They have 'greeters,' smiling people who are paid to welcome you, hand you a cart and wish you happy shopping, and their little yellow, floating smiley face that bounces across the store knocking down prices with a wink of his eye.