The SAU Buzz

Inside the SAU board room

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Three times a year, 21 people get together and discuss Ambrose. They discuss finances, buildings and student academics. They chose SAU's 13th president. They come all the way from N.C. and L.A., although many of them are located right here in the Quad Cities.

SAU celebrates diversity

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Families and people of all ages shared a day of cultural diversity. Sunday March 30th, St. Ambrose University hosted their first ever-multicultural festival.

"It is an event to help promote diversity on campus and the Quad City community," Daniela Martinez, festival chair coordinator, said.

SAU changes visitation policy

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Many people go away to college for the freedom aspect but at
St. Ambrose University, students are to abide by a curfew for their visitors. The world is a scary place and although many students are against it, safety is the biggest reason for having such a policy.

Weird News: Looking through the glass

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

SO, WHAT'S THIS ABOUT, DUDE? A man stole a black jacket from a department store in Sheboygan, Wis., but a police officer recognized him from the surveillance tape and called him and asked him to come in and answer a few questions. The man came to the police station wearing the stolen jacket.

Get involved, it's the way to "Bee"

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"If you want to be part of the solution, get involved. Otherwise, don't complain."

So goes a traditional adage.

For students at St. Ambrose University, one way to get involved is to join a committee. By doing so, a student can have direct involvement in the progress of the campus community.

Johnson takes the long way to find the stage

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Being involved in theatre at St. Ambrose University has been a long journey for Dr. Corinne "Cory" Johnson since she began in 1989.

Johnson grew up in Minnesota. She studied for a few years at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota. She later transferred to College of St.

SAU hosts annual etiqutte dinner

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Graduate students, undergraduate students, faculty, staff, and employers filtered in to the Rogalski Center dressed professionally April 10th.

St. Ambrose University has been hosting etiquette dinners for nearly seven years now. Each year brining in around the same number of people.

St. Ambrose Library celebrates its week

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The fact that St. Ambrose University has a library isn't news. The SAU Library plays an active role in student's lives on campus.

Now the library will give back to the students in a fun way.
Each year, all types of libraries from across the country participate in the observance of this week sponsored by the
American Library Association (ALA).

St. Ambrose shows its fashionable side

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"We have a special guest in the house this evening, Kanye West," the announcer said as Alex Washington strolled down the runway sporting his best celebrity smirk.

March 31 marked the beginning of a unique week at St. Ambrose University. It was the first day of multi-cultural week.

Hip Hoppers win Club of the Year

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

St. Ambrose University' Hip Hop Club was named Club of the year by the Student Government Association.

The Hip Hop Club is a recent addition to the SAU community. While it may be new, it has already made an impact on SAU and the surrounding community, performing at numerous functions.

Library focuses on cost of printing

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

All across campus stacks of lecture notes, term papers and internet printings are scattered about the printers. No one claims them. Some have multiple copies of multiple pages. The mounds of papers sit there for weeks. This simple act of printing costs a lot to the university and to the environment.

Hard winter means more work for physical plant

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Blowing snow, freezing temperatures and rain that turned into ice made this winter one that we will never forget. The maintenance staff at St. Ambrose University kept busy everyday this winter as it was one that hit the budget in a hard way.

It's hard to say what is worse, snow that just blows all over or snow with rain that turns into ice.

Rogalski Center catches fire in March

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The sound of sirens wailing as they come along Locust Street closer to the St. Ambrose University campus is not an unusual thing. Ambulances and fire engines answering calls go by the university all the time. On March 11, just after 9 a.m. the 911 call was made.

Big Brothers Big Sisters work on unusual art

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Cereal boxes, milk gallons, and glass containers are not the usual types of materials used to create masterpieces. But Heidi M. Sallows, green and eco artist, is sharing the idea of using recycled materials for art with children involved in Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of the Mississippi Valley and together they are creating "Recycled Art.

Smoking ban set to begin next fall

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Time to throw out that cigarette! The St. Ambrose community will soon be breathing fresh air 24/7.

St. Ambrose, currently a limited smoking campus, will be, by next fall, a smoke free campus. Former President Ed Rogalski, and the new president, Sister Joan Lescinski are committed to having the policy implemented.

Holy Book panel discussion

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"The Book unites the people," Professor Rachel Zohar Dulin said.

"It is the great power of survival."

In a world full of hatred and chaos, these words summed up the discussion, "The Book and Faith." On April 9, four religious scholars came together for a panel discussion in the Rogalski center to discuss the meaning, value and traditions behind the three main books of Judaism, Christianity and Islam.

An inside look at astrology signs

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

People all over America wake up every morning, drink a little coffee, and whip out the horoscopes in their local newspaper to see if today is the day they will meet the love of their life.
It is a habit that some people have for fun, and others take a little more seriously.

Java Java is hidden treasure

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Coffee lovers all across the country indulge themselves with not only their favorite drink, but also the atmosphere of the café.

Java Java Espresso Café orders up a personalized experience for each customer. From the relaxing environment. To the baked goods.

Stevens honored

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

SAU takes pride in the success of their students. As one student will find out this summer, it will be a great learning experience she probably would have never received elsewhere.

Jenna Stevens, a senior from Wheatland Iowa, has been selected as the Fulbright Award winner.

A sense of gratitude and gratefulness

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Move over Sr. Joan, I have the best job. For the past four years, I've gotten to meet a lot of people - a lot. From the faculty, staff and students at Ambrose to community members and even guest speakers - I had the opportunity to ask questions and hear what they have to say.

A fool's advice

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In a few years you will be stuck in a job - tied down by money, by rent, by car payments, by a spouse, by kids - so go crazy now. Use it all up before that fat, greedy, vampire, 'the man', can suck it out of you. Deny him all of those succulent juices of the soul that he sold off years ago for stock in Halliburton.

ISU first, then SAU

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

I never thought I would be a student at SAU. I had lived in the Quad Cities my entire life, but in high school never even considered Ambrose an option, instead choosing to attend Iowa State.

But after a month there my freshmen year I knew it wasn't the right fit, and knew I had to make a change.

A senior moment

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The past couple years have flown by. When I first arrived here at SAU, I was a bit overwhelmed. Coming from a small town and a small community college, I was sure I'd never find my way around here. After the first couple of weeks though, I had it pretty much figured out.

Reflections about St. Ambrose

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Ambrose was the last place I considered going for my college career. I've lived in Davenport for almost 18 years, and I was thinking across the river at Augie would be nice, or maybe University of Iowa if I wanted a big school, or if I decided to be really brave, I would try for Arizona State University.

Experiences of the past four years

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Looking back on the past four years, St. Ambrose has taught me a lot. Not just about things you learn in a book, but about the school and life.

You can choose any major but that doesn't mean you have to stick with it. You can switch your major three times and still be eligible to graduate in four years.

Over four years

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Looking back on my college career, I think about how much I have grown since my freshmen year. I felt alone in a strange place. Now that I am a senior I feel like Ambrose is home.

Being a college student has force me to grow up and to learn live on my own.

Time well spent

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Looking back over these past four years, a lot of great things have happened, but there are a few things I wish could have gone differently.

I played many sports throughout my high school career, but never went out when I came to SAU. I was involved in every musical in high school but never stepped foot onto the main stage for a production at SAU.

Four years at St. Ambrose in four albums

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The past four years has been a journey for me. Yet throughout my years at Ambrose there has always been music. These are the albums that were the soundtracks to my career at Ambrose.

2004-2005: The Bravery - "The Bravery"
It was hard for me to get accustomed to college life right away, yet during my second semester I began to feel much more comfortable.

Senior art students to show their work

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Three SAU senior art majors will be putting on their senior shows later this month and in early May. One of those students is Katie Seiz, whose show titled "Battle of the Glamazons: a contemporary female odyssey." Opening April 28 in the Catich Gallery in the Galvin Fine Arts Center, Seiz's show is a blending of many different ideas.

SAU staff member has worked with the stars

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Michael Jordan, Sarah Ferguson, Michael Douglas and Andrew Lloyd Webber have something in common. They have all worked on projects with a member of the St. Ambrose staff.

Eileen Eitrheim is the Director of Marketing for the Galvin Fine Arts Center and the Morrisey Gallery Curator.

SAU Theater Department presents "Pippin"

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Practice, practice practice. That is what the cast of "Pippin" has been doing every night for the past month or so, as hours of practice have been put in to prepare to put on a production for the St. Ambrose University community.

"Pippin" hit the stage at SAU on April 18, 19 and 20 in the Galvin Fine Arts Center.

SAU students escape the stresses of school

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Typically a college student has a problem finding time to just get away from all the stress that school brings. St. Ambrose University Campus Ministry has been offering a chance for students to get away from school. Antioch is a retreat for students to spend a weekend away from school completely.

St. Ambrose branding moves forward

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

St. Ambrose University's brand promise received a strong response from its constituents.

According to Jodi O'Donnell from the marketing department the brand promise survey registered with the audience that it was focused towards.

"They got it," she said.

Café Express is a treasure on Locust

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Cate Koester and Randi
Wise people often say, "You can't judge a book by its cover."
Clichés are repeated for a reason. They are often true.

Café Express sits off of Locust Street in a small, retro-style building. Without stopping to check, one may think that the structure had been abandoned.

Homemade Italian

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Anyone living in the Quad City area has at least heard of it, and more than likely been there. It's well known for its incredibly scrumptious yet surprisingly inexpensive authentic Italian cuisine. That's right, Grinders. It's probably the only restaurant in town where customers can order a gallon of home-made mostaccioli and pick it up at the drive through.

Gas prices soar

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Gasoline prices have soared higher this past year than ever before. Just a few weeks ago the price or oil per barrel reached a record high. So, its no surprise that drivers have become frustrated with the growing expense. But, despite common misconceptions, gas stations are not in control of gasoline prices and they certainly aren't making much profit.

Sports column: One Shining Moment

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It happens every March. It's simple. It has a formula. You sit down thinking you know how it's going to turn out, then the final game is played and it shows you something that you've never seen before. It's the song "One Shinning Moment."

The song has been appearing at the end of basketball's national championship since 1987 and has become the anthem of college basketball for the last 21 years.

Q&A with sophomore tennis player Luke Ebener

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Buzz: What's been your favorite moment of your tennis career at St. Ambrose?

Ebener: Definitely the spring break trips down to Florida are by far the best. They are just a lot of fun. It's kind of tough to beat seventy degree weather and the beach. Tennis is alright down there and it's nice to play outside.

Community rallies around SAU alum

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A tragic accident on I-80 in January left 2000 St. Ambrose alum Josh Miller in a coma and his wife and unborn baby dead. Their nine-month-old daughter was in the backseat and is fine, but Miller is recuperating from brain and spinal injuries now that he is out of his coma, which lasted nearly five weeks.

SAU student biking for cancer research

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

When the St. Ambrose men's basketball team ended their season at the beginning of March, it was the end of Brett Cole's basketball career at SAU. But even though the season had ended, he had to stay in shape. That is because Cole is part of a group that will be biking down the west coast of the United States for cancer research starting on May 18.

Men's volleyball is ranked fourth in the NAIA

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Since taking over the team two years ago, former St. Ambrose player Bill Gleeson has coached the men's volleyball team to two consecutive NAIA national tournaments. But the St. Ambrose coach gives credit to his players.

"I don't take credit for anything these guys have earned.

New athletic facility still in the plans

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

For everyone who is wondering when Lee Lohman will be updated, have patience; it is still in the works.

As much as we are in need of a bigger facility, the whole project
just depends on timing.

"We have raised half of our goal so far for the health and science building," Sr.

St. Ambrose track moves to outdoor season

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The climbing temperatures have not only melted the snow, but they have allowed the St. Ambrose University track team to take their game from the indoor track to the outdoor track.

"The main difference between the indoor and outdoor season is
the atmosphere," senior mid-distance runner Dan Knewitz said.

Baseball season warming up quickly

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Twenty-one, 13, and 27 are the ranks that the St. Ambrose baseball team has seen this season as the team has found themselves struggling early in conference play, but the Bees are heating up faster than the April weather.

"There's tremendous pressure on these players to live up to the expectation of last year," Head Coach Jim Callahan said.

River Bandits open season with some hip-hop

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Sports see a lot of changes, but some things in sports will never die like rivalries, team pride, and John Wooden. I guess now you can add the River Bandits to the list

At the close of August last year a trip to the ballpark in down town Davenport meant that you were going to John O' Donnell Stadium to see the Swing.

Boetje's mustard has put Q-C area on maps

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In 1889 Fred Boetje walked from house to house filling up empty mustard jars for five cents a dip with his own recipe in his Rock Island neighborhood. Today, Boetje's mustard is winning gold medals at worldwide mustard competitions.

"I had forgotten I even entered the competition," Will Kropp, general manager of Boetje Foods, said of the Napa Valley Mustard Festival.

From the mind of Katie Voelliger

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Dear students, faculty and staff,
Thank you for taking the time to read The Buzz this school year.

A lot of hard work and energy has gone into creating 13 issues - all that I am proud of. Hours upon hours were spent interviewing, writing, editing, laying out sections, taking pictures and editing those, editing again, selling ads and placing those, editing for a third time or the fourth, PDFing the pages, updating the website with the new issue and finally after it's printed delivering around campus.

Make your own jewelry hits Q-C area

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Lotions, Beads, classes, and parties. You name it, one store has it all.

Your Design located in Bettendorf, Iowa is the only "make your own jewelry" shop in the Quad Cities. Opened since 2004, they are a full fledged bead store for all ages.

"We serve all ages, starting at 4 years old all the way to ninety-three years old," Pam DeSmet said.

Ask yourself "who are you?"

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Editor's note: Ashley Jamison-Love will be the Editor-in-Chief for the 2008-2009 school year.

"You become like the five people you hang around the most," is one of my mom's favorite sayings. It is a lesson that now makes sense.

When you go to your first day of Kindergarten, your parents tell you to make lots of friends.

Experience for world

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Being involved at TV-11 the past four years has helped me grow not only as a student but as a person as well.

The faculty in the department have made it a smooth ride through everything, as they helped me along with every other student in the broadcasting program achieve their goals.

SAU students dress like nerds for the dance

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

What better way to spend your Saturday evening than to dress up in your geekiest get up and dance the night away?

The Saint Ambrose Campus Activities Board came up with two options for the dance that was held April 12th at the Rogalski Ballroom. Their choices were either a Hollywood celebrity or a nerd theme.

Star back in Starbucks

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Starbucks, you may have heard, is rebrewing itself.
In February, the caffeinated leviathan shuttered all 7,100 American outlets for three hours to retrain employees, a gimmick met with equal parts ridicule and suspicion. If customers hadn't gathered something was wrong, they knew now.

Lack of student housing for 2008-09

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

According to recent numbers released from Residence Life, it takes over 700 new freshmen to keep St. Ambrose running smoothly.

That quaint fact was revealed to all preferred housing applicants at the recent housing forum. As if that wasn't startling enough, everyone packed into the Rogalski Ballroom learned that one of the three preferred dorms was effectively closed off to juniors and seniors.

Happily, finally free of the Res Life madness

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

I never had luck with the housing forum. Sophomore year I didn't get a room by my friends as I had been told I would. Junior year I almost got put in Rohlman because of overcrowding in preferred housing. And before this year, I did not have a place to live until June.