The word "intern" often evokes the image of college students fetching coffee and copies in the real world. However, campus-based internship programs offer students opportunities to discover more about what DePauw has to offer. The fifth-year intern program allows participants to take three courses over two semesters.… Post the First Comment

The DePauw recently sat down with Matt Stolick, who gave a speech entitled "Why Marijuana Should be Legalized: A Scientific and Ethical Perspective" Wednesday night. Stolick is an associate professor of philosophy at The University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio.… 5 Comments

Sitting on her couch, watching TV around 3 p.m. Wednesday, senior Rachel Bowman heard a knock on her door. She opened it to a tall, skinny, roughly student-age male standing on the front step of her Indiana Street duplex. He was one of two unidentified magazine solicitors caught prowling campus by Public Safety Wednesday afternoon.… 1 Comment

On the first day of classes Tuesday at the new Ivy Tech Community College campus in Greencastle, Executive Director Sharon Bone said it was "amazing watching our students' faces as they walked in the door for the first time." Bone said the excitement was evident in the big smiles and wowed eyes.… Post the First Comment

Recently, Howard Dean took the time to talk with The DePauw about his upcoming Ubben Lecture debate with Karl Rove, former chief political adviser to President George W. Bush. Dean, a former governor of Vermont, has held multiple high-ranking positions for the Democratic Party, most recently as the chair of the Democratic National Committee.… Post the First Comment

With Greencastle's recent sustainability efforts and accolades, a faraway city in South Carolina is striving to mimic Greencastle. Spartanburg, S.C. listened when the Indiana Association of Cities and Towns named Greencastle the 2008 Green Community of the Year in the small city category.… Post the First Comment

Editor's Note: This article follows up on an article printed in the Sept. 8 issue. After finding out that his billboard had been defaced, insurance salesman Allen Williams started doing his research on the symbolism of a swastika. His research led him to an interesting conclusion - the swastika on his billboard was painted backwards.… Post the First Comment

Percy Lavon Julian's legacy will live on in one more way beginning this academic school year. The National Science Foundation approved a grant on July 17 to provide financial aid to first-generation college students hailing from counties surrounding Putnam County.… Post the First Comment

By adding a Latin rhythm-based dynamic dance workout and continuing the Turbo Kick program, the DePauw Wellness/Fitness program has taken its motto of "creating a healthy environment" one step further. Starting this fall, the program has added a new activity to its already numerous options: Zumba.… Post the First Comment