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Free for (almost) all: Duke gives iPods to incoming freshmen, other schools sign with Napster

By Katie Sullivan | July 22, 2004

Incoming first years who chose Virginia over Duke are no longer missing out on just a superior basketball program. Incoming Duke freshmen this fall will be given free iPods courtesy of a deal between the private university and Apple, according to the Duke University Web site. School officials said the MP3 music players can be used for educational purposes as well as entertainment. The iPods will come preloaded with orientation materials and an academic calendar.

Grief and Rememberance

By Katie Sullivan | July 19, 2004

The loss of someone we love is always difficult to deal with, especially when that person was still on the verge of realizing his potential. The University sustained two such losses in June, one a recent alumnus and one a current student.

Lunch with the Stars

By Katie Sullivan | July 15, 2004

As every incoming first-year student currently making their first stay on Grounds knows, one of the main reasons to attend the University is its distinguished faculty and the access undergraduate students have to it. That access will be demonstrated today as Kathryn Thornton, former astronaut and professor in both the Engineering School's division of technology, culture and communication and its department of mechanical and aerospace engineering, has lunch with students as part of University Program Council's Picnic with Professors series. The goal of the series, according to the Student Activities Calendar Web site, is to bring students and faculty together in an informal setting. Thornton is also an alumna of the University, graduating with a Ph.D.

Seeds of Greatness - John Steve Catilo

By Katie Sullivan | July 8, 2004

JOHN STEVE CATILO Two instructors who worked with fourth-year College student John Steve Catilo in Myo Sim Kendo said he was not only one of their most talented martial arts students, but also one of the most amazing people they knew. Catilo drowned June 25 while coaching novice rowers in Alexandria, Va. His work coaching crew was one of many service activities he was dedicated to. Christian DeBaun, a Kendo instructor who worked with Catilo in Charlottesville, said he had known Catilo since his first year. "He was one of my favorite people in the universe," DeBaun said.

Seeds of Greatness - Humayun Khan

By Katie Sullivan | July 8, 2004

HUMAYUN KHAN People who knew 2000 College graduate Humayun Khan through the Army say his heroic death is in line with his theory of service. Captain Khan was killed in Iraq on June 8 when Jordanian suicide bombers detonated a car bomb in front of the forward supply base where Khan was stationed. Khan was welcoming Iraqi workers to the base in the morning when he noticed a suspicious car approaching.

HIGH PROFILE

By Katie Sullivan | January 21, 2004

Ben McKenzie doesn't have it bad. The 2001 College graduate has established himself in his chosen profession -- acting -- by landing the role of main character Ryan on Fox's hit new teen drama, "The O.C.," which airs at 9 p.m.

Searching for a Future

By Katie Sullivan | January 16, 2004

As graduating fourth years finally log in to ISIS to complete final registration, they are forced to confront the reality of their final semester.

Wa-hoo - Wasted

By Katie Sullivan | November 19, 2003

As the end of the semester approaches, fourth years celebrate -- and mourn -- many "lasts" for their college careers.

A House Divided

By Katie Sullivan | October 7, 2003

The German phrase is gemeinsamer Raum. In English it means "communal space." It looks like any other suite in Gooch-Dillard, but it's half of a house.

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