For Washington residents, last November was a rough month. With more than 1,000 houses declared either completely destroyed or uninhabitable after tornadoes tore across the region, many people were left without homes. This year, Empowered Media will host “Cooking Up Community” at 2 p.m. Nov.…
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Students took a break from taking notes to look sharp for the Entertainment Industry Panel Nov. 7 in the Student Center Ballroom. For the second consecutive year, the event served as a career fair for students interested in music-related professions. Hosted by the Smith Career…
For student organizations looking to be a cut ahead of the rest, The Edge is offering free advertising. As of now, only on-air announcements and flyers run on channel 3 in the dorms are available. Station broadcasters are testing to see how the on-air announcements…
While many cultures around the world give thanks in various unique ways, the traditions seen during the American celebrating of Thanksgiving may be a new experience for international students who are hundreds of miles away from home. As a way to ease the culture shock…
With cold weather setting in, students have the opportunity to spend time with a warm companion by becoming involved with Wags for Mags, a program that trains service dogs. Students start their involvement by attending weekly training sessions at Markin Recreation Center. According to co-volunteer…
It’s the document that can make it or break it for applicants in the job market. Often, it’s the first point of contact with employers, and for many, it’s the last. Résumés. “A lot of times, there’s a misconception that résumés are the key to…
Student Senate is hosting “Speak Up” from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17 in the Student Center Ballroom. This event is an opportunity for students to talk face-to-face with campus administrators and voice their concerns and questions. Dress is business casual. If students cannot…
The Peoria Charter bus company is offering discounts and coupons for Thanksgiving. Anyone looking to get $3 off their weekend suburban bus ticket should purchase it online with coupon code GETHOME2. The offer expires Nov. 27. Those traveling during the week can use coupon code…
A Google search of “Israel” reveals a list of links to news stories about bombings and the Israeli/Palestinian conflict. To help students and the Peoria community better understand the altercation, Bradley Chabad brought in Sassy Reuven, a veteran of the Israel Defense Special Operations Forces.…
Up ‘til Dawn welcomes students to create their own fundraising activities to raise money for St. Jude Research Hospital. Students make a team of six and try to meet a goal of $100 per student or $600 as a team. Once a team reaches the…