The Grand Views

Breathaliyzers will not be present at dance

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Student Life decided against the use of breathalyzers this year for homecoming after they thought of several options to prevent students from drinking over the limit.

Jay Prescott, vice president for student affairs, said they are not using breathalyzers because he expects students of-age to be able to drink responsibly and socialize and have a good time in a respectful and safe manner.

On the Spot

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Sidewalk painting kicks off Homecoming week

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Over 60 people attended the Viking Council's annual street painting Sunday, Sept. 28 to help homecoming week start off right.

The event began at 2 p.m. in front of the student Suites and Viking Council provided paint, music and free pop and water to those participating.

Midnight Brunch offered as alternative closure to Homecoming celebrations

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

All are welcomed to the Midnight Brunch, 11:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 4, in the Knudsen Dining Hall, as an alternative choice to drinking Homecoming night.

While eating, students can watch episodes of the sitcom, the Office, on a big screen TV.

Groups combine to promote Alcohol Awareness Week

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Grand View College held activities for Alcohol Awareness Week, which started on September 29, with activities meant to educate about the dangers of alcohol and encourage responsible decision making.

Number of campus tickets issued on the rise

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Rumors flying around campus have resulted in more write-ups being issued this year due to more students living on campus.

Wes Brooks, director of residential life, said since more students live on campus, more situations could happen.

Your View

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"No, drinking is a part of the college experience. The only one's who should be breathalyzed are the people who cause a
problem."

Kenneth Narayan,
nursing junior

"No, it is not the schools job to police their students. Unless the student is causing a problem or there is some sort of safety risk.

Viking Men take home first place in Viking Classic

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The men's golf team won first place this weekend at their two-day home meet, The Viking Classic, against 14 other colleges, despite the windy weather conditions the Vikings pulled off a win.

The Vikings beat Waldorf College by eight strokes to take first place.

Leaders emerge in 36-24 loss against Iowa Wesleyan

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Vikings (1-4) fell 36-24 to Iowa Wesleyan in Mount Pleasant last Saturday after taking an early 3-0 lead and going into halftime tied 10-10.

With five games under their belt the Vikings are at the midway point in the season.

Women's soccer wins conference opener at home

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Two tough opponents increase the level of competition by providing positive experience but negative results. This is what the Viking women's soccer team went through this past week after matches between NCAA Division III Wartburg and Division I Western Illinois.

Birru honored for third straight week

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Obsie Birru, undecided freshman and a Viking cross-country runner, was named Midwest Collegiate Conference Runner of the Week for the third week in a row.

On Sept. 27, the Vikings ran at the Roy Griak Invitational hosted by the University of Minnesota.

Madness at Midnight

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

the first-ever Midnight Madness event on Tuesday. The event also included audience competitions and a dance team performance.

Red rocks again...

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Homecoming and Studenterfest activities will be held throughout the days of October 3, 4 and 5 on Grand View campus. These activities include several Grand View athletic events, alumni events, a bonfire, parade, picnic and a dance.

Starting at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, October 3, a continental breakfast will be in the Humphrey Center, Rodholm room.

Splitting up without an achy breaky heart

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Many can empathize with the various songs out today about breaking up. Clinging to the words of reconciliation or anger, we wonder how it could have been avoided or how to cut off the relationship in the best way possible.

There may be certain rules to breaking up with a person, according to Relationship Correspondent Matthew Lynch.

Time to relax

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On a large area rug sits four cross-legged people, each on their own black cushion, all facing the same direction of room 216 in Rasmussen.

Their hands rest on their knees, their eyes are shut.

The east and north walls are glass from floor to ceiling, allowing the outdoors to light up the room.

1,000 words

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

DES MOINES- I really had a lot to do Tuesday. I still have at least four loads of laundry to do. But somehow I got convinced into spending the day with Editor-in-Chief Molly Hottle.

So after a wonderful home cooked meal, Miss Hottle and I ventured out into the city to take photos of the traffic streaking by on Interstate 235.

Our View

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As Homecoming week draws to a close with tomorrow's Homecoming game and dance capping the festivities, one thing has been made clear, underage and excessive drinking will not be tolerated.

We have all undoubtedly seen the daily mass emails emphasizing responsible decisions with regard to alcohol this week.

Arrival of autumn brings winds of change

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It's here. It crept up on us while we were too busy to notice. Go ahead. Step outside and look around. I dare you. Have you noticed the leaves quietly shifting from the luscious green we have grown to love these last few months to shades of red, brown, and yellow? Have you felt the crisp, chilled air as you walk to your morning class, or are you aware the sun says goodbye to us two hours earlier.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR - Servers deserve more appreciation

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Being a server has its pros and cons. The public always complains about not getting good service, but no one seems to want to pay for quality service. Tipping is not a courtesy, it is a custom.

For example, most severs and bartenders I know don't have health insurance and to make a decent living he or she has to work nights and weekends.