Party to be held at Raygun
Catlin Richards, Staff Writer
February 20, 2012
Starting Friday, Feb. 24, posters, 8×10 prints and postcards displaying the collaboration of RAYGUN’s witty T-shirt designs and Body by Svec’s beautiful painted ladies will be for sale both in-store and online on RAYGUN’s website. The prints will also be sold on Svec’s upcoming online store. Emily... Read more »
New converter boxes for resident TVs
Jen Bradwell, Staff Writer
February 20, 2012
On February 14, Mediacom, Grand View’s television provider, dropped all analog channels to a 100 percent digital signal, requiring students with older-style TVs to use a digital to analog (DTA) converter box. Mediacom’s official website offers an explanation for the change. “By switching... Read more »
Sex panel held over weekend
Doug Goodwin, Staff Writer
February 20, 2012
Sex in the Dark was the first time Grand View University held a panel to discuss topic of sex in an open setting. The panel was held in the dark within the multi-purpose room of the Student Center. A couple of lamps were light for some light, but mostly the room was dark. Kent Schornack, director... Read more »
Twiest on Charlie Brown confronts timeless issues
Jordan Voigt-Norberg, Staff Writer
February 17, 2012
“Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead” is the story of the Peanuts cast from Charlie Brown as teenagers struggling with real-life problems. The play debuts at 7:30 p.m. March 1-3 and 2 p.m. March 4 in the Viking Theatre. Tickets are $3 for students and $5 for adults. The show takes a... Read more »
Wrestling team takes best to “Qualifier”
Marshall Dolch
February 17, 2012
After closing out the regular season undefeated in dual matches and solidifying a top spot in the NAIA Wrestling Coaches’ Poll for the third straight week, the Vikings’ next stop is the Central Regional Qualifier held Saturday Feb. 18 at 9 a.m. in Sisam Arena. Head Coach Nick Mitchell said, “It’s... Read more »
The man behind the music
Paul Selinger, Staff Writer
February 17, 2012
As crowds of people enter basketball arenas in cities and on college campuses all over the country, they instantly feel the surge of energy. As they emerge from darkness and into the bright light, the excitement rises as they take in the scene. Ready to support their team and show their spirit, the crowd... Read more »
Volleyball dominates
February 15, 2012
The Grand View Men’s Volleyball team defeats St. Ambrose, the number one team in the nation! Read More →
Softball team looks to start, finish on top
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 10, 2012
The Viking softball team heads into the 2012 season this week with considerable senior leadership and experience. The Vikings travel to Henderson, Nev. Feb. 10 to start the season with a weekend of games. The team then takes on Upper Iowa University Feb. 22 in Rochester, Minn. Emily Gilbert, the second... Read more »
Love is in the air…or not
February 10, 2012
8 ways to tell if your ‘complicated other’ could become you ‘significant other’ in time for Valentine’s Day 1. Every girl is scared to find out if the one she desires truly likes her back. So the logical solution is to solve the problem third grade-style: Have your... Read more »
Communication department shines at awards
Brooke Curry, Staff Writer
February 5, 2012
The 2012 Iowa College Media Association presented awards to Grand View’s radio station (KDPS 88.1), TV station (KGVC), The Grand Views newspaper and photographers on February 2 at the Marriott Hotel in downtown Des Moines. The Grand Views won 20 awards, including six firsts: Best Opinion Writing (Courtney... Read more »
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