Political science senior lecturer Jim Todd was awarded April 10 for outstanding teaching and his involvement with students outside the classroom. Five days earlier, he had received a notice from the head of the department that said he has a year to publish his research or find another job. [Read article]

J.J. Hardy, the cousin of freshman third baseman John Hardy, chose the professional ranks over the college level. [Read article]

This is a response to Adam Sollers' letter in the April 15 issue of the Wildcat. His letter, although bearing some important facts regarding a higher education, is totally irrational and should be void of any further thought. First of all, had Loren Woods left school after his junior year, he would have been a first round pick, or at least, that was what experts said. Experts also said he would again be chosen in the first-round after his senior year. But thanks to less than positive workouts in pre-draft camps, Loren fell all the way to the late second round, not the middle of the first round as you incorrectly stated. [Read article]

Each year, millions of college students enter bars and order beers. For many, beer consumption is simply a habit, the thing to do. Many students do not have an appreciation for the beverage, the art of its creation and knowledge of its history as one of the most enduring drinks on the planet. [Read article]