News
Provost Nolan retires after 4 decades of serviceAfter 40 years of service at Madonna University, Ernest Nolan, Provost and Vice President for Academic Administration announced that he is retiring at the end of December. Nolan started out as an English teacher and also served as Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities.
Alumni give thanks to MadonnaThanksgiving is a great time to be thankful and with the holidays around the corner, Madonna alumni share why they are thankful for Madonna University.
Press box memorial donations
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Annual breakfast tradition becomes campus-wideLate-night breakfast, a tradition in the Residence Hall for the end of the semester, opened up to include commuters for the first time.
Molly helps de-stress students during finalsChorale presents holiday concertPublic Safety officer authors book
Having a passion for writing since high school, Gary J. Dettore decided to make it official and write his first book. It is a publication of the real life stories of the Normandy invasion and real photographs, most of which have never been published before.
Failure leads to successAs a college student, experiencing failure is sometimes unavoidable. But sometimes failure can lead to new interests and different career paths.
Scholarship, grant contest keeps Madonna in running
Madonna students Nicole Carlin (her group pictured at right) and Lorraine Bonkowski, along with three other finalists, are competing in Ford Motor Company’s Heart Behind the Oval contest. The 1st place winner will receive a $1,000 grant to use toward their service work as well as a $2,500 scholarship. Winners will be announced in early December. Women don't lead in male-dominated fieldsWomen are just as qualified as men, but still remain underrepresented in positions of power.
Everyone in Michigan knows that learning to cruise around potholes should be included in every student’s driver’s test, and that once the winter thaw begins, construction is on the horizon. Next spring, I-275 will be put under the jackhammer and revamped.
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Diversions
Adele returns triumphantly to music scence
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The Grammy-award-winning singer/song-writer made her triumphant return since her last album in 2011, breaking all the music records along the way with her new album “25”.
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'Joy' exciting, heartfelt
Joy is a poor housewife and a single mother of three who invents a new kind of mop that she hopes will allow her to make something of herself. “Joy” hits theaters Dec. 25.
Never underestimate the power of a grilled cheese and a bowl of tomato soup, especially for a quick meal between classes. The restaurant is off Haggerty near Seven Mile in Northville Township.
Prices range from $3 to $7 and customers can build their own sandwiches. BurgerFI offers fast casual at moderate prices“You aren’t American if you do not like burgers,” is something that we all have heard, probably more than once in our lives.
All students crave more than the average cafeteria-style food, but do not always want to spend a ton of money. BurgerFI is a great place to mix up your eating habits. All burgers are grass-fed, hormone-free, and gluten-free. Visit BurgerFI at 18801 Traditions Dr. for moderately priced gourmet burgers. |
Hegazy presents as part of Year-Long Dialogue on Human Dignity
Singer-songwriter Omnia Hegazy performed her music and answered questions Dec. 4 about her experiences as a Muslim in America.
MOD Pizza is deliciously new
MOD Pizza is a new restaurant on Middle Belt in Livonia.
The pizza will make you want to come back time and time again because of its crispy pizza and delectable toppings. If you like flatbread pizza and a friendly staff, you have found the right place. I addition to the Middle Belt location south of Schoolcraft/I-96, MOD also operates on Haggerty just south of Seven Mile Road. |
Sports
Madonna introduces new fitness center
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Madonna University has decided to bring in a fitness center that is available to all students and faculty.
The fitness center is open nearly all day, and is free if you bring your MadonnaOne Card ID. |
Opinion
Current politics reflect dark era of American history
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Politicians across the country are making it clear that they don’t understand the darker parts of American history and it’s becoming a scary prospect.
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Metal music exciting, misunderstood
Metal music may not be as big as other genres, but it makes for some of the most exciting live shows. They are not the crazy people that the general public thinks they are.
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Students' addiction to Netflix helps escapism, procrastination
Binge-watching TV shows on Netflix has become a favorite past-time for students and not just because it helps them procrastinate on homework. It is neither beneficial nor productive.
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