2008 Woodie Awards
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. (0) comments
The Vikings had their moments, but could not sustain drives offensively falling 34-13 to Kentucky Wesleyan on homecoming at Williams Stadium. An announced crowd of 1,827 cheered as junior quarterback Brad Schmit found sophomore receiver Brett Opdahl open in the front of the end zone on third and goal from the 12-yard line with 46 seconds left in the first half. (0) comments
The Grand Views staff is taking a well-deserved break. We will return next week with another print edition on Friday October 17. Thanks and have a great weekend. (0) comments
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. (0) comments
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. (0) comments
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. (0) comments
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. (0) comments
"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. (1) comment
