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Clinton takes solid win in Pennsylvania

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

CALVIN WOODWARD

Associated Press Writer

WASHINGTON (AP) _ Still the underdog in a contest that won't quit, Hillary Rodham Clinton pulled off a feisty act of political survival in the Pennsylvania primary, defeating Barack Obama to keep her Democratic presidential hopes alive.

Old, new SGA officers hold transition ceremony

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The new SGA officers were officially installed at the SGA Officer Transition and Inauguration Ceremony held last Wednesday in Banquet Hall B of the GUC.

The purpose of the ceremony was to honor the 2007-2008 administration and its accomplishments as well as to install the new officers.

ROTC Challenge Week crosses finish line

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Student presents research at national APS meeting

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

UNA was represented at last week's April meeting of the American Physical Society in St. Louis, Mo., by Lisa Williams,, a physics major at UNA. Williams shared research that she and UNA associate physics professor Dr. Brian Thompson have participated in since last June.

Budget cuts could lead to tuition increase for students

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The 2008 fall semester will see many changes for higher education institutions. Gov. Bob Riley has proposed funding cuts for four-year universities and colleges of about 14 percent.

Most universities will have to raise tuition and try to find other funds to cover the expenses that will arise from these budget cuts.

Phi Kappa Phi

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

UNA's chapter of Phi Kappa Phi has been awarded the chapter's first National Literacy Grant due to efforts by its Student Involvement Committee.

"Last year, I went to the National Phi Kappa Phi Convention and learned a great deal about how to apply for and obtain a National Literacy Grant.

ATOs throw annual Caffeine High, UNA community invited Friday

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The seventh-annual Caffeine High will take place this Friday night beginning at 9 p.m. at the Alpha Tau Omega house.

Caffeine High, which is a non-alcoholic party open to all UNA students as well as members of the community, has grown since it's inception to become one of the largest events on UNA's campus every year.

A bid, 'adieu,' to UNA and The Flor-Ala's readers; thanks for everything

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

I transferred to UNA after two years at Northeast Mississippi Community College. Last May, I walked with my 2007 graduating class, but stuck around for another year to help out the leaderless Flor-Ala.

This is my last issue. Tuesday was the last day to put in the several-hours-a-week that I usually give to this paper.

Reader responses to last week's 'Weed and Greed' article

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In a recent article drug task force officer Chuck Hearn said that marijuana is kind of a gateway drug and he believed marijuana leads to other destructive substances.

He said that many of the hard drug addicts he encounters, such as cocaine users, started smoking marijuana in their early teens.

6th annual Global Culture Night culminates International Week

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The international students at UNA put on their best act on the evening of April 16.

The 6th annual Global Culture Night took place in Norton Auditorium, with a boisterous crowd made up of UNA students and Florence residents.

The University Program Council, Florence Lauderdale Tourism and Shoals Family Success Center were the main sponsors of the event.

Whatever it takes to make it work

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Juggling college classes and being a full time parent can be rough for anyone, but for Tiffany Green she "just makes it work."

Green, 25, is a senior currently studying broadcast journalism at UNA.

When she is not studying for tests and working hard to maintain a good GPA, she likes to spend time with her family and 6-year-old daughter Mariah in the quaint little town of Cullman, AL.

Rick Burgess to appear at Shoals fundraiser

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Radio personality Rick Burgess will be the guest speaker at the Wesley Foundation's second Hallelujah Concert on April 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Marriott Shoals Conference Center.

Burgess is one of two hosts of the morning radio show "Rick and Bubba."

He is known for his comedy and his inspirational story of faith after losing his youngest son earlier this year.

UNA band concert to feature classic, contemporary music

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The UNA band will have the president's concert at 7 p.m. on April 26, at Norton Auditorium.

"This is a prism concert in that it features all the ensembles associated with the UNA band program, with the exception of the marching band," said Mr. Lloyd Jones, director.

Fine Arts presents spring concerts

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The UNA National Alumni Association (NAA) will be sponsoring the 10th annual UNA Fine Arts Festival April 29 through May 4 to raise money for the Department of Music's choral program.

Over the last ten years, the festival has raised over $50,000 for the UNA choral, theatre, band, visual arts, literary arts and commercial music departments.

Mission accomplished

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The UNA softball team can finally breathe.

A year after missing the Gulf South Conference tournament by a half-game, the Lions are back in the playoffs, clinching a bid for the GSC Tournament last weekend despite being swept in a doubleheader against Alabama-Huntsville.

Tennis

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

UNA's tennis teams wrapped up their last regular season matches last week and reached the semifinals of the Gulf South Conference Tournament.

The UNA men (8-4, 4-1 GSC) finished their schedule by defeating Christian Brothers on Wednesday in a 7-2 match and downing West Alabama 6-3 on Thursday.

Baseball

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The UNA baseball season has come down to one must-win series.

If the Lions take 2-of-3 games from Alabama-Huntsville this weekend, they will clinch the fourth seed in the GSC East Division and a berth into the conference tournament. If UNA loses 2-of-3, its season is over.

Golf

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The UNA golf team was tied for second place after 36 holes at the GSC Tournament in Hot Springs, Ark.

The final 18 holes were scheduled to be played Tuesday morning, but the results were not available for this week's edition. Visit roarlions.com for complete tournament results.