The Northern Light

Anti-abortion protesters label abortion genocide

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Warning: Genocide Photos Ahead.

Large yellow signs posted around the quad on April 15 and 16 cautioned students of the graphic display they were about to witness.

Individuals and anti-abortion groups, such as event organizers UAA Students for Life and Alaska Right to Life, set up camp to protest abortion in a campaign called the Genocide Awareness Project outside the Lucy Cuddy Hall.

Student-written legislation dies in subcommittee

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Student-written legislation, introduced into Alaska's House of Representatives, was killed in the Finance Subcommittee in the latest legislative session.

The Alaska Achievers Incentive Program is a need- and merit-based piece of financial aid legislation for students in college.

Couch surfing: New travel trend connects the world

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Traveling is always easier when you have friends or family waiting for you at your destination. Having someone local that you can trust makes the entire travel experience better. Whether they show you around or simply point out which attractions are must-sees and which ones are a touch underwhelming, local knowledge is invaluable.

Columnist Team-Up

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

America thrives on its size. Whether it's a rocketing obesity rate or obsessions with the latest fad diets, we can never have too much or too little. Our collective ignorance about health and proper dieting techniques have been so outwardly ridiculed by marketing campaigns, we ought to be embarrassed for being fooled as we are now.

Juried art show displays selection of student talent

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Outside the Student Union Gallery, students formed a line for complimentary salmon, cheese and carrot cake. But for many, the real treat was seeing whose artwork made it into the 2008 Juried Student Art Exhibition.

Amid the frenzy inside and outside the gallery, no one knew before opening which pieces had been selected.

Online buying keeps gamers under budget

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Is all that Easter money from your grandmother burning a hole in your pocket? April 29 marks the release of the much-anticipated game, presumed the best in the history of mankind "Grand Theft Auto IV." Every self-respecting gamer has probably already pre-ordered the special-edition box set (with included a duffel bag and safe deposit box), which costs a whopping $89.

Summer highlights

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

With the spring semester winding down and breakup season slowly giving way to the warm summer months, students can look forward to plenty of off-campus activities, from music shows to film festivals. Listed are the main off-campus activities in May through August that appeal to the college crowd.

Summer movie releases stocked with plenty of animation, action

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Summer brings a handful of good things to weary students after finals: warm weather, relaxation and most of all a time when the best blockbusters of the year are released in the movie theaters. This summer looks like it will deliver with a combination of action and comedy, starting with the comic book-themed "Iron Man" on May 2.

Former UAA hockey stars now in the big leagues

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Following the final home game of each season, the UAA hockey players normally have an autograph session. Not only does this allow the fans an opportunity to meet the athletes they cheer for, but also it gives them a chance to wish luck to the seniors who are departing - and get a memento before the athletes become famous.

Ten nominated, but only one will win the 2007-2008 Athlete of the Year award

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Throughout the various 2007-2008 sports seasons, many athletes put forth their best efforts to achieve both personal and team goals. Competing to conquer other squads, teams and individuals in their respective sports, these Seawolves have also stacked up their stats and are now vying for the prestigious award of Athlete of the Year.

News Worldwide

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

More than 50 girls succumb to 'hysteria' DAKAR, Senegal - More than 50 school children underwent hospital treatment April 18 after developing what educators called mass hysteria, marked by fainting and screaming. Firefighters immediately shut down Dakar's Lamine Gueye Secondary School and Senegal Minister of Education Moustapha Sourang ordered an investigation.

Graduation brings new leadership at paper

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As another round of graduates prepare to leave UAA and move out into the working world, some may be shocked to find that having a degree doesn't signify much in itself. It says that someone can read and remember basic information. It says that someone can stick to a goal for years and see it to completion.

Sandwiches, wraps top the list of favorite food reviews

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Since first writing restaurant reviews for The Northern Light in September 2007, I have had the opportunity to sample many dishes and broaden my culinary perspective. In reminiscence of tasting the different fusions of flavor, I've listed a few highlights from the past year.

Getting to know..

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Karl Wing said he is grateful for the support he has been given and the events that have helped to make him who he is today: the newly elected student body president of UAA. And he's come a long way to get there.

As a child in Fairbanks, Wing was always hyperactive.

Letters to the Editor

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Free speech or hate speech? Is my personal right to choose what I do with my body the same as the slaughter of 12 million living, breathing, Jewish, gypsy, deaf, blind, disabled, mentally ill, left-handed and any other non-Aryan human beings by an insecure hate-filled, fear-filled country? I do not think so.

'Konk'

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Kooks certainly aren't the first handful of Brits to realize that Americans adore any and all music from their homeland, but despite this potentially tired marketing scheme, their sophomore effort, "Konk," comes out far more ahead of the curve than behind.

News Briefs

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

TNL wins eight awards in statewide competition The Northern Light's staff members took home eight awards from the Alaska Press Club's annual awards banquet, including a first-place award for Motion as the best section out of small newspapers in Alaska. It is the most awards The Northern Light has ever received from the Alaska Press Club, which held its awards ceremony this year on April 19.

UA Statewide Briefs

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Gender discrimination law expert speaks at UAF FAIRBANKS - Martha West of University of California, Davis, gave a free public lecture, "Seeking Equity for Faculty Women," on April 22 in the Wood Center Ballroom on the UAF campus. West is a professor emerita at UC Davis who specializes in gender discrimination law.

Police Scanner

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Sunday, April 6 UPD orders snow removal 7:53 a.m. -- UPD noticed that there was an accumulation of snow that needed to be removed for safety. The maintenance staff was contacted to conduct groundskeeping. Car slides on icy roads 11:39 a.m. -- A driver's car slid off UAA Drive and hit a tree.

Say What?

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Jersey mayor finds lost cat in home's wall

NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. - Mayor Peter Massa put out a citywide catcall when his Maine Coon disappeared. Massa had an automatic call sent to 8,500 voters on Wednesday asking for help finding Max.

Turns out he didn't have to look that far.

Sports Briefs

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Seawolf hockey signs two skaters for 08-09 UAA head hockey coach Dave Shyiak announced today the signing of Curtis Leinweber (Calgary, Alberta) and Tyler Moir (Calgary, Alberta) to National Letters of Intent to play for the Seawolves in 2008-09. The incoming duo combined to score 135 points this past season in the Alberta Junior Hockey League, while helping lead their respective teams to second- and third-place finishes in the AJHL South Division.

Is abortion genocide?

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Demonstrators don't understand meaning of genocide By Kaitlin Johnson The Northern Light All Americans have the right to promote and defend their beliefs. However, they also have a responsibility to represent issues in an honest manner. The Genocide Awareness Project, which has been hosted all across the nation, displayed its anti-abortion message for students to see.