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Mimi Whetstone graduated from Madonna University in 2011 and is now covering the Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia.
When Whetstone is not covering figure skating and short track speed skating, she is enjoying the sights and sounds of the Games. When the events wrap up, Whetstone will return to her full-time job in the communications department of U.S. Figure Skating in Colorado Springs, Colo. Here's her dispatch from Russia: Greetings from Sochi, Madonna University students! It’s been two years since I left the halls of MU to make my way in the world as a product of Neal Haldane’s Journalism/Public Relations and Kevin King’s Sport Management programs. To start things off, here’s a little bit of what I’ve been up to since graduation, including how I came to write this column from Olympic Park in Sochi, Russia. For (almost) two years, I've been working in the communications department at U.S. Figure Skating in Colorado Springs, Colo. I write for SKATING magazine and icenetwork, put out press releases, handle media operations at events, set up interviews with the athletes and teach junior media training, just to name a few of my primary responsibilities. While I am NOT in Sochi with U.S. Figure Skating, it was my position there that got me here. (more) 
Madonna University plans to construct a new student welcome center as the third and final phase of their “Leading the Way” program.
During the 2014 MLK Celebration of Service and Remembrance, staff and students honored the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr by volunteering with Detroit high school students. In a community where education is crucial, the Madonna University community stepped up to facilitate college planning activities for high school students at Urban Neighborhood Initiatives in Detroit.
Madonna University is hosting a writing-filled Valentine's Day event welcome to all students. Based around love, this event will be loaded with fun activities and prize giveaways.
Caps and gowns will be the attire for graduating Madonna students May 4. But before the, seniors have several other events to attend.
For several years’ faculty and staff members at Madonna University have been discussing how students can become more involved in their community within specialized courses. These courses offer a service-learning component and will now appear on all undergraduate and graduate student transcripts.
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The I-96 road closure is set to begin March 24.
Students need to prepare for a slower commute during the time of the road closure. Alternative Spring Break, reading to children at Harms Elementary School in Detroit, and volunteering at Gleaners Food Bank are the main activities that Madonna University’s Student United Way organization participates in each year. These dedicated students make serving the community a part of their lifestyle.
As college tuition raises so does the cost of textbooks. In the last three decades, the cost of college textbooks has skyrocketed to an 812 percent increase. As textbook prices keep going up, students look toward alternative options to purchase books.
Madonna will invite hundreds of students to visit day. The purpose of this program is to offer potential students a look at the campus without committing to the university.
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Diversions
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You don’t have to drive far to visit this fun and creative take on an adult arcade. Dave & Buster’s has a new location and its only minutes away from the Madonna campus, making it an ideal and convenient weekend hang out.
The 2014 Annual Winter Blast will be held Feb. 7-9 this year in downtown Detroit. Winter Blast takes place in Campus Martius and the surrounding area and the hours will be 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunda.
Mike Forbush has a key eye for design and shares his inspirations and achievements. The Graphic Design major's works are on display through Jan. 12 outside the library.
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Another day, another disaster as Jack Ryan attempts to save America from a terrorist plot! Filled with chase scenes, history, romance and rich Russian crime lords, this movie will have you cheering for the good guy.
TerpTheatre, started by Madonna graduates Shelly Tocco and Daniel McDougall, has changed the theater world. Through shadow interpretation, TerpTheatre has made theater more accessible for all patrons.
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Sports
After the retirement of former head coach Al White, Madonna volleyball head coach Jerry Abraham is taking his coaching talents to the diamond. The Crusaders head into this season with their sights set on the NAIA World Series behind the arm of pitcher Bree Crampton and the big bat of Erin Mayes.
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The Crusaders are ready to go and excited to begin play in early February. Due to the loss of 13 seniors to graduation, MU is expected to finish fourth in the conference. Coach Greg Haeger and his team are focusing on pitching and defensive development to prove they still belong on top in the WHAC.
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Senior guard Bobby Naubert has made his mark as a Crusader. He has been filling stat sheets since his freshmen year continues to do so as he nears a feat that no player in the conference has ever done. His efforts on the court, in the community, and in the classroom recently won him a prestigious award to go along with the accolades he has already earned in his career.
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Being a student and a two-sport collegiate athlete takes focus, hard work, and good coaching. Crusader basketball and baseball player Travis Schuba dedicates his time and effort to being successful in the classroom, as well as in both sports.
The value he places on teamwork and team goals have allowed him to make a great impact during his four years here.
The value he places on teamwork and team goals have allowed him to make a great impact during his four years here.
Opinion
A new program will debut in February that connects Madonna students to Michigan employers. Students seeking careers and internships can enroll in the Think MI Career program.
The sticky notes that lined the walls of Madonna Jan. 22 were pushing a cause, but they might have done more harm than good.