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Quailskin releases INTERFANTASTIC

Claire Landsbaum • October 11, 2011

Ryan Curtis is matter-of-fact as he explains the name of his band: Quailskin. “It’s loosely based around comparing our music to skinning a quail,” he said. “We are very resourceful, just like...

Student Health Center ‘enBalance’ program helps students reduce stress

Joyu Wang • October 11, 2011

In order to help students reduce stress, MU has been offering a biofeedback program called “enBalance” since 2010. “This program allows you to watch on a computer, in real time, how thoughts and...

MuteMath: Odd Soul – 4.5 stars out of 5

Miles Dobis • October 11, 2011

MuteMath is a perfect example of a 21st century rock group — in other words, a glorified mash-up. On albums past, the group has approached its work with a very East Coast sensibility, combining dance...

Columbia Peace Coalition rallies against Afghan War

Lizzie Johnson, Kay Yeung • October 11, 2011

Shari Korthuis did the calculations. It had been 10 years since the start of the Afghan war. The goal was to multiply the years and months and have at least 120 people in attendance at Sunday’s peace...

J. Cole: _Cole World: The Sideline Story_ – 4 out 5 stars

Hank Koebler • October 11, 2011

J. Cole’s debut album _Cole World: The Sideline Story_ weaves a fascinating look into the psyche of rap’s brightest up-and-coming star. Cole declares boldly on the introductory track “I’m coming...

Concealed carry law leads to controversy for Oregon colleges, universities

Elissa Chudwin • October 11, 2011

The Oregon Court of Appeals overturned a policy, thereby allowing college students to carry concealed weapons at all seven of its public universities Wednesday, Sept. 28. According to Students for Concealed...

Guster to perform at Jesse Auditorium on Oct. 19

Cait Campbell • October 11, 2011

With its 2006 album, _Ganging Up on the Sun_, the alternative-rock band Guster enjoyed national success, reaching No. 25 on the Billboard 200. In 2010, Guster released its sixth album, entitled _Easy Wonderful_. With...

Elementary school students embrace fire safety with National Fire Prevention Week

Sean Na • October 11, 2011

National Fire Prevention Week is marking its 84th annual program this week. During the week, firefighters visit elementary schools to teach children how dangerous fire is. This year’s theme is “It’s...

MU music community honors fallen members

Cameron Evans • October 11, 2011

It was an emotional Saturday afternoon at Whitmore Recital Hall as students, families and friends gathered to remember the lives of MU students Jeremy Porter, 19, and Sean Radcliff, 20, at a memorial concert. Sean...

French, Spanish films bring foreign culture to MU students

Greg Lindsey • October 11, 2011

The French and Spanish departments are both offering free film series that are open to all students. The film series aim to improve language skills and expose students to the cultures of France and Spain. The...

Portugal. the Man goes from humble roots to rock star fame

Hunter Woodall • October 7, 2011

Before Portugal. the Man became the band it is today, lead singer John Gourley and bassist Zack Carothers would sit in their basements, listening to records and writing songs together. Neither thought...

MU donates to STRIPES for decade of driving

Katie Yaeger • October 7, 2011

STRIPES received more than a card for its 10th birthday this year. The Wellness Resource Center hosted a recognition ceremony for STRIPES at 3 p.m. Wednesday in the MU Student Center’s Traditions Lounge....