College Headlines

E-Books outsell hardback books on Amazon.com

The DePaulia , DePaul University , IL

1 day ago by Jennifer Abercrombie

With the launch of Amazon's Kindle three years ago, many people are beginning to wonder if books are going to become a thing of the past.

Dopek named Track head coach

The DePaulia , DePaul University , IL

1 day ago by Shaymus McLaughlin

If you ever see Dave Dopek walking around campus, one thing will probably run through your head: Why is he not dressed in blue and orange every Sunday during the fall, lining up next to Brian Urlacher? At 6' 4" and seemingly made of pure muscle, Dopek strikes an imposing figure.

Gaslight Anthem at the House of Blues

The DePaulia , DePaul University , IL

3 hours ago by J.V. Siegel

The view from the second floor of the House of Blues would not do. There were four deep at the railing and the bar, while the few feet above and behind it were packed as well. The only solution would be to sneak downstairs and join the masses.

Pool closing early

The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL

1 day ago by Justin Wingerter

Cougar Lake Pool, slated to close three weeks before the normal closing date of Labor Day due to budget issues, has not gone without resistance.

Administration officials have cited budget concerns as the primary cause, saying the pool has developed a $35,000 deficit over the past five years due to a decline in memberships and general use.

Alestleview: Art Building expansion funds should be saved

The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL

1 day ago by Alestle Staff

When it comes to college spending, most students can probably identify with spending outside of their means. It happens and it is forgivable every now and then. But when we spend money on unnecessary things instead of the necessities, there is a huge problem.

Opponents of mosque near 'Ground Zero' hypocritical

The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL

1 day ago by Justin Wingerter

Sinclair Lewis infamously warned "when fascism comes to America it will be wrapped in the flag and carrying a cross" and it seems the Bible-thumping flag wavers are once again showcasing their cultural and historical ignorance here in America.

At issue is a 15-story community center and Islamic prayer space set to be built roughly two to three blocks from Ground Zero in New York.