Brandeis University's Community Newspaper — Waltham, Mass.
As Crow from Mystery Science Theater 3000 Once remarked: Is there a word in the English language he hasnt said? Of course who cant hate Hamlet, that skull holding character weve all come to know and despise. This story of an actors struggle will be hilarious and intriguing. A play by Paul Rudnick and presented by the Brandeis Players! $5 in advance and $6 at the door.
There are three really great places to start your day in Waltham. Arcadia has delicious food and the service is pretty top notch. Joseph IIs is more of a traditional feeling diner also with some great and filling menu choices. Both are reasonably priced. Everyone at some point should kick their friends out of bed and go out to a diner at 7 oclock. Cafe on the Commons is also a good place to drop by if youre tired of the usual Einsteins or Java City. A bit more pricey but they have a lot more selections.
One of the biggest dance parties in Boston. This year will be featuring Nick Catchdubs (founder of Fools Gold Records) and Caps N Jones (a recurring favorite of Discobelle). An epic party that just changed locations to a well reviewed spot in the middle of Central Square. Remember to wear a costume!
This past Wednesday, I competed for my third year in the annual Sherman Hot Dog Eating Contest. This year, the object of the contest was to consume ten hot dogs as quickly as possible. With ease, I was able to accomplish the task in around five minutes and win a mountain bike as my prize. Because of such legends as Kobayashi and Joey Chesunut, competitive eating has finally come to the forefront of public discussion. People are amazed that these participants can eat literally dozens of hot dogs, and are awed by their skill and talent. Some would even consider competitive eating a sport, and a few even say that it should be made an Olympic event.
After finishing last season first among Division III schools at the NCAA tournament, as well as claiming the New England Intercollegiate Fencing Championships, the Brandeis Fencing team is back in training and ready for the 2007-2008 campaign.
Oh, how the tables have turned faster than a New York minute. In the truly love-hate (mostly hate) relationship that could describe the sporting franchises that represent the great American cities of New York and Boston, sometimes it can truly seem like one side has it all. As Boston has reached impossible-to-fathom success as of late, New York's fortunes have been inverted. As of late, a worm has taken a bite out of the Big Apple.
New England-based sports teams have certainly experienced their highs and lows in years past. Through the years, usually at least one of the New England teams in the three major American sports (baseball, football, and basketball) is a highly competitive one. However, the past few years have been especially good for Boston. During my time at this university (since 2004), I have witnessed what will probably amount to a golden age for Boston sports, a period that has the potential to be one of the most successful eras for a single town ever.
Francis Bok, a Sudanese refugee, spoke Tuesday night at a lecture entitled Escape from Slavery, hosted by The David Project and STAND. Bok, who was enslaved for 10 years, shared his experiences, joined by the insights of Dr. Charles Jacobs, president of the David Project and co-founder of the American Anti-slavery Group. About 30 people attended the event.
On Friday October 19, 2007, members of the Student Peace Alliance from across the country gathered in Levin Ballroom to listen to a speech by Arun Gandhi, grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, and founder of the M.K. Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence.
Chrissy Callahan: What do you feel is the significance of spreading your message to todays youth in particular?
Arun Gandhi: Youth in the past didnt have [the] opportunities we do today in terms of media and communication, so its easier now and young people have more potential to truly take positive action and spread the message to a mass audience.
