This is News in :90 for Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2012.
News in :90 – Dec. 11, 2012
St. Thomas community gathers to remember Mark Langdon
About 100 people gathered in the Chapel of St. Thomas Aquinas to remember junior Mark Langdon, a student who was found dead in his on-campus apartment last Friday. The cause of his death remains unknown.
Heaviest snowstorm in two winters dumps more than 10 inches on campus
Forecasters said 10.5 inches fell in the Twin Cities by Sunday night, and students have embraced it.
Senior class gift voting begins
The Senior Class Gift Committee has worked to narrow down three possible choices for the graduating class’ gift. Starting on Monday, the senior class will be able to vote for the gift of its choice via an emailed survey.
Students redefine dating in college
The two students have created a small group that studies the popular novel “I Kissed Dating Goodbye.”
2012 Division III football playoff bracket
TommieMedia creative designer Nicole Muske put together the brackets for the NCAA Division III football playoffs. TommieMedia will update the brackets throughout the tournament.
Dance Club spices up winter show with fanny packs and retro routines
The St. Thomas Dance Club went retro for its winter show Saturday with old-school fanny packs and a “Spice Up Your Life” theme, performing for a packed crowd in Brady Educational Center auditorium.
Student found dead in on-campus apartment
St. Thomas junior Mark Langdon, 22, was found dead in his room Friday, Dec. 7, according to Director of Residence Life Aaron Macke.
University preps for hosting its first NCAA football semifinal game
St. Thomas will host an NCAA Division III football semifinal Saturday for the first time, and the campus is busy with preparations for the big day, including some for ESPN.
News in :90 – Dec. 7, 2012
This is News in :90 for Friday, Dec. 7, 2012.
Pearl Harbor dead remembered on 71st anniversary
More than 2,000 people are gathering at Pearl Harbor on Friday to mark the 71st anniversary of the Japanese attack that killed thousands of people and launched the United States into World War II.
Survey asks juniors to vote on 2014 commencement location
St. Thomas’ Class of 2014 is the largest to date with 1,539 students. However, with graduation only a year away, size is an issue for planning commencement, especially if it rains.
News in :90 – Dec. 6, 2012
This is News in :90 for Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012.
Valesano, St. Thomas alumni work to create soccer fields for social change
Starting in February, senior Mike Valesano and his two friends, 2012 alumni Alex Daley and Matt Scott, created a non-profit organization called Dribble Daily.
Mayan doomsday falls on last day of finals
Some believe a Mayan prophecy means the world will end later this month; but according to one history professor, you should pay your bills and keep your house. Based upon that advice, you should also study for finals.