News
The six-day long program provides ample opportunities for the Madonna University community to reflect on the legacy of Dr. King, the school's Franciscan values, and similarities between the two.
Presently, the MLK programming is scheduled Jan.14-20. The candlelight vigil for celebration is set for Jan. 20. 
The Coast Guard and Madonna University have teamed up to launch a Coast Guard Auxiliary Program within our university. Students can begin enrollment in the program in the Winter 2014 semester.
Pictured: Leaders of the program, Sean Cahill and John Graham at Selfridge Air National Guard Base. Companies are not just looking for technical skills anymore; they are now looking for individuals with good interpersonal skills. Soft skills are becoming increasingly popular when it comes to landing a job.
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Madonna University has new monuments on the corners of Schoolcraft and Levan and Schoolcraft and Newburgh. The signs display more traditional and collegiate design. The university is optimistic the signs will communicate the message that Madonna is a great place to attend.
More previously home-schooled students are enrolling at Madonna. Learn more about what they think of Madonna and being educated at home.
A recent book drive by the Madonna
chapter of Kappa Delta Pi gathers more than 600 books as part of their "Literacy Alive!" event. The drive will benefit a local Livonia elementary school.
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Diversions
If you or someone you know are looking for good place to eat, look no further. With more than 270 menu items, The Cheesecake Factory is not just for cheesecake enthusiasts.
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Sheesh, a restaurant located on 5 Mile and Newburgh Road, appeals well to the lunch crowd with inexpensive food. The location near campus makes it a good place to grab lunch between classes.
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.
The a capella vocal group No Strings Attached recently held a performance. Not only did the group perform Christmas songs, the performance also featured talented soloists. Also watch a special performance by No Strings Attached, arranged in honor of Megan Barnard, founder of the group, who is graduating.
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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Sports
The Madonna women's basketball team only has one senior but doesn't act youthful. The team stays heavily involved in the community visiting schools, giving to the needy, taking field trips with kids, and more.
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The Crusaders volleyball team had many great achievements in the 2013-14 season. Their journey came to an end in the elite eight of the NAIA National Tournament. Madonna says goodbye to a senior class that has left their footprint in Madonna history. The senior group reflects on this season and their careers wearing the blue and gold.
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Coming off the most successful season in Madonna men's basketball history, coach Noel Emenhiser aims to take his team to another level of success. With the top-three scorers from last season returning, expectations are higher than ever for the program.
Opinion
New Year's resolution come in all different shapes and sizes, however, consider some unique and organized ways to make sure you can fulfill them in 2014.
Each semester students are faced with tests, midterms and finals. A few students give advice for some new and different ways to make the information sticks.Some techniques include utilizing technology and repetitive note taking.