Archive for September 29th, 2010

Crusaders struggle to get on track

Billy Cannada Staff Writer The North Greenville men’s soccer team is now on a three-game losing skid after dropping matches to Erskine College and Southern Wesleyan University last week. The Crusaders got off to a rocky start against Erskine on Sept. 22 in Tigerville. North Greenville could not find the goal and their struggles resulted [...]

The time to speak is right now: remember to vote Nov. 2

Jordan Ecarma News & Features Editor Thirty-three days. It’s all the time we have. That is, until midterm elections come around on Nov. 2. Thirty-seven Senate members, 37 gubernatorial and all 435 House seats are up for election. I want to remind all of you not only to vote in the Nov. 2 elections, but [...]

Crusaders dominate Division I opponent Presbyterian College

Cory Guinn Sports Editor After suffering a tough loss against Lenior-Rhyne University last week in its home opener, the Crusader football team traveled to Clinton, S.C. on Sept. 25 to play against Division I PresbyterianCollege. The Blue Hose, North Greenville’s second Division I opponent of 2010, were looking to end their 16-game losing streak against [...]

Global Education Day cultivates possible future NGU students

Emily Bain Staff Writer Last Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon, 50 third-grade students invaded North Greenville University for Global Education Day. The annual event combined with Global Missions Week to educate third-graders about the world through a hands-on experience. NGU seniors were given complete control in creating the learning centers and had to draw [...]

FRCC begins semester by educating on Hispanic Heritage Month

James Chip Moore Staff Writer Sept.15 through Oct.15 is Hispanic Heritage Month. The time marks the anniversary of Latin America’s independence from Spain. Even though North Greenville University doesn’t officially recognize the designated Hispanic Heritage Month, the Faith, Race and Culture committee (FRCC) will be remembering it by holding a listening group for students, faculty [...]

Lady Crusaders defeat Barton

Billy Cannada Staff Writer The North Greenville women’s soccer team saw its offense come alive last week, scoring six goals in two games and moving its overall record to 3-3. The Lady Crusaders opened their week with a roaring 4-1 victory over Barton College on Sept. 22 in Tigerville. North Greenville was able to strike [...]

Students go green with new campus recycling club R.E.U.S.E.

Currie Dickerson Staff Writer Gazing upon the majestic mountains surrounding the campus, students at North Greenville University witness God’s beautiful creation each day while walking to class. From the simplicity of a small flower to the mystery of the unlimited sky, the earth is filled with the characteristics of a powerful God, and He calls [...]

A new way for Crusader Crazies to keep in touch with athletics

Kyra Alexander Staff Writer If you are in athletics or like to be in tune with what’s going on in the athletic department, the sports information department is for you. The sports information department is a highly organized operation of complete sports coverage of Crusader athletics by the use of the web page, web broadcasting [...]

Volleyball continues to improve

Billy Cannada Staff Writer The North Greenville volleyball team is beginning to find its stride after winning four out of the last five matches. The Lady Crusaders picked up a few much-needed wins last week and were able to improve their overall record to a solid 8-8. North Greenville began the week by defending their [...]

Paul Robelot shares stories from the mission field with students

Taylor Edwards Staff Writer Psalm 72:17 and 19 says, “All nations will be blessed through him. May the whole earth be filled with his glory.” During NGU’s Global Mission Conference on Sept. 20-22, missionaries told of how the good news of Jesus Christ is to be spread throughout the world. Christians who have been called [...]

Cross country competes strong

Cameron Stober Contributing Writer The North Greenville University men’s and women’s cross country teams competed in the Citadel Invitational on Saturday and put forth a strong performance. The men finished sixth and the women finished seventh out of the 11 Division II schools that were in attendance. The women’s team was lead by Raven Wamer, sophomore [...]

“Good morning, starshine,” NGU early birds say hello

Alyson Queen Staff Writer Shaking off the covers, throwing the alarm clock across the room and tearing the mind away from dreams is a daily hassle for the ROTC, cross-country and basketball teams as well as cafeteria workers and Einstein Bros. Bagels’ employees. Waking up long before the crack of dawn takes a toll on [...]