The Bottom Line

AAUW and Greg Latta

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On Tuesday, May 6, the Frostburg Branch of the American Association of University Women held their annual dinner meeting reviewing and celebrating another successful year. The American Association of University Women is a well known association with multiple chapters in the Allegheny County region.

Alumni Circle of Excellence

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Last Thursday the Compton Science Center held the Alumni Circle of Excellence Awards. Four successful Frostburg State University Alumni were honored with the reward. The honorees were welcomed with lunch with the Dean, enjoyed a campus tour, met with students in the home department, attended a reception in their honor by the Alumni Association, and also participated in an open discussion session.

Coed Dorm Rooms Somebody?

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Living with a random roommate is scary. Trying to adjust to each others living patterns. That's someone of the same-sex. In recent reports, over two dozen colleges and universities across the country are allowing one male student and one female student to share one dorm room.

Take 5 Views Winners

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Let it be known that some of the best, most creative talent in videography by FSU students is already out there on the Internet, waiting for you to enjoy. And thanks to the Frostburg: Take 5 YouTube Channel (http://www.youtube.com/groups_videos?name=FrostburgTake5), many great videos are now hanging out together in one convenient place!

On Tuesday, April 29, students gathered in the stadium-style seating of Dunkle 218 to find out which burgeoning directors/producers would be announced the winners of the Frostburg: Take 5 YouTube Contest.

Walk n' Roll 2008 Walk-A-Thon

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Walk 'n Roll is an annual walk-a-thon fundraiser to benefit The Family Junction organization in Cumberland. Participants can choose to walk a five mile walk down the C&O Canal towpath or a 4-36 mile bike ride (hence the "roll") on the Great Allegheny Passage.

Tokyo Police Club - Changing Plans

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

While Radiohead's Kid A plays on the overhead, many of the almost sold-out show are fighting back yawns before the headliners Tokyo Police Club take the stage at D.C.'s Black Cat. Although they name Radiohead as a major inspiration, Kid A might've been a poor choice for overhead music before their set because the D.

Anyone Who Opposes Dog Fighting Should Be A Vegetarian

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

What could be more despicable than having two dogs fight for entertainment? People who torture animals for fun are among the most detested of human beings and rightly so. Of course human beings should be our prime concern and of the most importance, but that doesn't mean we don't also care about other sentient beings too, even if their nervous system isn't quite as complicated as our own.

Do You Have An Active Mind?

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Frostburg State University has every type of organization imaginable. The Greeks can help you make a lasting impression on your school for the better, while creating friendships that could last a lifetime. BURG promotes making healthy choices on campus while making us aware of issues college students face.

GTA4 Blows Away More Than Just Pedestrians

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

After three and a half years, gamers wishing to steal cars, race down streets evading law enforcement, and battle helicopters in the streets can finally get their wish in high definition. Grand Theft Auto 4 hit store shelves on April 29th, and put to shame any of its predecessors.

Summer Vacations

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As my last column for The Bottom Line, I would like to say thank you to those of you who have read it throughout the past year. I hope that my ramblings about fashion and other ideas about life were helpful or at least somewhat entertaining. So here it is, the last column and what a better topic than Summer Vacations!
As the weather finally starts to warm up here, or so it seems, the prospect of exams looms over the heads of all students making it seemingly impossible to think about summer.

The Bittersweet Gala

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

For young writers, getting published is one of biggest challenges they will face. Fortunately, thanks to Frostburg's literary magazine, Bittersweet, students are given that chance. Bittersweet is a combination of poetry, short stories, and photographs all authored and taken by students.

Cutler Learns From New High

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Mile-High Bronco's Quarterback Jay Cutler was totally high during the 2007 NFL season. So high, in fact, he lost 35 pounds and complained about having no energy.
What was Cutler high from last season? Bloodsugar. After finding out in the off-season that he is a Type 1 diabetic, Cutler has come out with it.

O's Rebuilding The Right Way

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Over the last several years, the Baltimore Orioles' front office, to put it mildly, hasn't exactly made the best moves for the franchise. In 2003, the Orioles traded Sidney Ponson, who was actually pitching well at the time, to the Giants for pitchers Damian Moss, Kurt Ainsworth, and Ryan Hannaman; all three failed to live up to their potential.