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Did you miss the Solstice Parade and its infamous bicyclists? Photos here...

lynchj1 — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:08:00 GMT

The Fremont Fair is kicked off every year with the Solstice Parade, in which young and old, clothed and unclothed, revel in the longest day of sun in the year. This year's Fair and Parade, the 37th annual, drew thousands of people--and many, many nude bicyclists.

Check out photos from the event at The Spectator's Web site, www.su-spectator.com.

Seattle U switching to semesters?

lynchj1 — Fri, 30 May 2008 07:26:00 GMT

Spectator senior staff writer Mike Baldwin reported last week that members of the university administration have been tossing around the idea of moving to a semesters system, abandoning quarters like most universities around the country have.

Whatever your reaction to the possibility is, share it at The Spectator's new Web site on our polls halfway down the page on the right. Check out the results and how your responses match up with the rest of our respondents, and read the editorial board's take on the prospect.

Photos from Sasquatch and Folklife

lynchj1 — Fri, 30 May 2008 07:21:00 GMT

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Better than MIT

lynchj1 — Fri, 30 May 2008 07:10:00 GMT

As Matthew Martell reported in The Spectator at the beginning of the month, Seattle U's bridge-building team was off to nationals Memorial Day weekend after clinching a 2nd place victory in regional competition.

The bridge-builders are back from Florida after placing 16th overall in the national competition. Bridges were judged on stiffness, economy, efficiency, construction speed, lightness and display. Though taking a hit as one of the ugliest bridges in attendance, the team handed it to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (whose team took 21st overall.) They also scored top-ten in lightness, stiffness (an impressive 3rd), and efficiency.

Be sure to check out other Seattle U news on The Spectator's new Web site, www.su-spectator.com!

Off campus parties shut down after Facebook invites viewed by admin.

lynchj1 — Thu, 22 May 2008 07:54:00 GMT

The men were required to wear a collared shirt with popped collars, aviator sunglasses and flip-flops.
The women were supposed to wear Pink brand sweats or Abercrombie and Fitch clothing, with plenty of cell phones on hand.
Bring your own beer.
That's how the description ran for the "douchebag party" that was scheduled for Friday the 23rd-until its hosts received an e-mail from Glen Butterworth, SJ, that is.

Read the rest at The Spectator's new Web site: su-spectator.com. Or hear editor-in-chief Nick Lollini's take.

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Need books for next quarter? Forget the bookstore...

lynchj1 — Thu, 22 May 2008 07:44:00 GMT

As senior staff writer Mike Baldwin reported in this week's Spectator and on our new Web site, three Seattle U students have started a site that will go live May 27.

Unfortunately, we inadvertently mispublished the name of the Web site as campuslink.com. Please note that it's campuslinkup.com. Our apologies to the folks of campuslinkup.com.

The Spectator's Quadstock photos

lynchj1 — Thu, 22 May 2008 07:41:00 GMT

If you were at Quadstock, we might have snapped a photo of you.

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The Spectator is gone?

lynchj1 — Thu, 22 May 2008 07:26:00 GMT

No, we've just moved to our new Web site at

www.su-spectator.com

Our new page gives us the ability to provide you with larger photos, beautiful slide shows from events (like Quadstock), polls, message boards and syndicated content.

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To come next year to the new page: Classified advertisements, local ads, a comprehensive event calendar and lots of blogs.

Thanks for reading!

Need a great-paying, on-campus job? (deadline extended for writers/photogs)

lynchj1 — Thu, 15 May 2008 23:49:00 GMT

The Spectator is hiring for 2008-09!

Gain professional experience, work in a fun environment, get published and heard (from one of the most influential student organizations on campus), and build your resume and portfolio.

Compensation for editorial positions is competitive with other on-campus jobs. All positions are paid, but volunteer positions are available as well.

Now hiring for:

News Editor Opinion Editor Copy Editor Designers

Photo Editor Sports Editor Reporters Photographers

Online Editor

All applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Nicholas Lollini at lollinin@seattleu.edu, Joshua Lynch at lynchj1@seattleu.edu, and Jessica Van Gilder at vangilde@seattleu.edu. Design applicants should also include portfolio pieces and send to Michael Fehrenbach at fehrenba@seattleu.edu. Photography applicants should also send portfolio photos to Braden VanDragt at vandragt@seattleu.edu. Call x8255 if you have any questions. Applications due by Fri., June 6.

News Alert: Professor arrested on sex charges (Updated)

lynchj1 — Wed, 14 May 2008 09:09:00 GMT

The Spectator

Professor arrested on sex charges

By Chris Kissel, News Editor

A Seattle University military science professor was arrested Friday on charges relating to intended sexual contact with a child.

Professor and Army National Guard Major Andrew Franz was apprehended in Fremont County, Colorado and was being held at the Fremont County Detention Center on a $50,000 bail, said Sgt. Jeff Worley of the Cañon City Police Department, which is conducting the investigation.

The Fremont County Combined Investigative Response Team arrested Franz on charges resulting from an Internet Crimes Against Children unit investigation.

Franz was charged with felony counts of criminal solicitation, enticement of a child, sexual assault on a child, trafficking in children, soliciting for child prostitution, pandering of a child and inducement of child prostitution, as well as a misdemeanor charge for unlawful sexual contact, according to Worley.

Franz allegedly flew from Washington to Fremont County, about 60 miles outside Colorado Springs, to have sex with an underage female. Instead, Franz was met by investigators.

Seattle University Provost John Eshelman sent out a school-wide e-mail Tuesday evening to inform the university community of the arrest.

“The university is cooperating with Colorado law enforcement authorities in their handling of the case,” said Eshelman in the e-mail. Seattle U administrators were unavailable for comment.

Franz is currently on contract from the U.S. Army to teach military science at Seattle U. The contract was set up through Communications Technologies, or COMTek.

“I have directed the Army to end Franz’s assignment with the university,” said Eshelman.

Eshelman’s announcement was the first many on campus had heard of the arrest.

“I was frankly very astonished by the e-mail,” said Audrey Hudgins, assistant dean for the College of Arts and Science.

Last year, Franz worked directly under Hudgins, who was the chair of Seattle University’s military science department for three years until this past July.

Along with his teaching duties at Seattle University, Franz campaigned in 2006 for a seat on the Washington State House of Representatives in his hometown of Kent. According to Hudgins, Franz had an extensive military career, serving in the Army for “about 18 years,” including a year of service in Iraq in 2003.

Franz, who married his wife in April, has taken a leave from teaching for the last few weeks in preparation for a return to active duty. According to Hudgins, Franz’s unit is slated to leave for Iraq in August.

According to the Cañon City Daily Record, formal charges will be filed against Franz on May 27.

Chris can be reached at kisselc@seattleu.edu

In this week's Spectator (4/30-5/6)

lynchj1 — Fri, 02 May 2008 23:36:00 GMT

Seattle's best-kept secret...you may be surprised.

Yes, your professor has written a book or two. Take a closer look at faculty scholarship here.

No wonder you're still stuck in the residence halls!

Sports: Are a couple of senior guys faster than softball's Katie Antich? Apparently not.

Cassette tape? Compact Disc? Record? What're those? Record stores struggle to survive in digital nation.

There's a cheap, new museum in town.

Do you know who's playing at Quadstock? We do. Check out the entire spread online, or even better, pick up an issue in print.

Have fun on Quadstock day...but please, make it to the concert.

Check out other great stories in The Spectator. And if you know how to design, we need you. Contact lead designer Michael Fehrenbach if you're interested.

In this week's Spectator (4/23-4/29)

lynchj1 — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 06:30:00 GMT

Sex Week makes history.

Senior staff writer Emily Holt draws some parallels between neighborhood concerns and those of Seattle U students. Stick it to the man!

Why are there so many associate directors or assistant vice presidents on campus? Growth.

This cool Swan is traveling the world with an environmental message.

Seattle U may only have a club team, but this alum could go pro.

Awesome art - with "the worst camera ever made."

The ASSU candidates, and president-elect Kai Smith, didn't take positions on issues. But we can.

Two staff members duel it out over 21 and up only shows. Kiddie corral or underaged freedom? You choose.

Don't forget to check The Spectator out for other great stories. Coming soon: The Spectator will have a new Web site!

In this week's Spectator (4/16-4/22)

lynchj1 — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 07:16:00 GMT

Did you see the Lama? If not, we've got you covered.

Seattle University...where Trumans grow on trees?

First ever Dance Marathon raises $5,000.

The Albers dean has good news for 2008 grads--as long as they're prepared.

Reviews: The Bouncing Souls, The Visitor and the Green Festival.

Human Performance Lab...sounds high-tech and advanced right? Did you know it's closely affiliated to Seattle U?

Popular grad assistant coach may not return.

Visit The Spectator for more great stories. Remember to check the page for news from colleges around the nation throughout the week. Enjoy!

In this week's Spectator (4/9-4/15)

lynchj1 — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 19:43:00 GMT

Protesting students held at the Campion border.

Seattle U has acquired Dalai Lama Seeds of Compassion art. See how much it set us back...

These professors are fighting back--against police.

Are you couture? Probably not, but these fab designers will bring you up to speed with the trends.

Seattle's a hot spot for Buddhism (even in St. Ignatius), and get details on the Dalai Lama's visit.

We've got the toughest pitcher in the GNAC. Hear her story here.

Remember, The Spectator has daily news updates from colleges around the nation.

In this week's Spectator (3-12-4/8)

lynchj1 — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 00:32:00 GMT

Don't know your algebra? Professors aren't surprised.

Sure, you knew Darfur and Africa need help. But what about the Phillipines?

Seen guns on campus? Pending Washington state legistlation could mean you would at state universities.

Mountain Dew, Doritos and Super Smash Bros. VGA's got it all.

Sick of hearing about the Sonics? We say it's pointless, and we know MLS is here for Seattle.

Check out "The Myth of Us."

The swim team heads to nationals.

Think you're tough? Let's see you do this.

We know all about dumb wives and powerful significant others.

Check out The Spectator on stands or online for more great stories. Don't forget that we've got news from college papers around the nation.

Oh, The Spectator staff wishes you good luck with finals and a happy spring break!