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SIU professor finds possible cure for herpes 8

The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Edwardsville, IL

1 day ago by Kari Williams

More than one in five individuals have contracted herpes, and almost 70 percent of the population contracts herpes in one form or another, according to Director of Health Services Riane Greenwalt. Those between the ages of 20 and 29 are twice as likely to become infected as they were two decades ago, but a scientist at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield said he believes he has found a cure for the virus.


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High-speed rail to quicken trip home for students


		High-speed rail to quicken trip home for students

The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL

44 minutes ago by Kari Williams

A high-speed rail will replace the current Amtrak rail from St. Louis to Chicago, according to Rick Harnish, executive director of the Midwest High Speed Rail Association.

Harnish said the route will run on the same track that Amtrak currently uses. The train's speed will increase from 79 mph to 110 mph.

USPS investigates LU mailrooms

The Legacy, Lindenwood University, MO

5 days ago by Matt Korn

The United States Postal Inspection Service, in cooperation with Lindenwood University, is investigating incidents of stolen student mail, according to a letter students received two weeks ago.

Students who have an on-campus mailbox received the letter, dated Feb.

St. Patrick's Day Quiz


		St. Patrick's Day Quiz

Pawprint, Maryville University, MO

2 days ago by Elizabeth Williams

Test your luck and knowledge on Ireland's history and culture!

Book Bag Burden


		Book Bag Burden

Pawprint, Maryville University, MO

6 days ago by Lynsey Moxley

Getting high on K2?

The Journal, Webster University, MO

4 days ago by Amanda Wichern

Parents beware! There's a new drug in town at your local convenience store. Do you know what your kids are smoking?

K2 is the new drug of choice for many local teens and young adults. Although the substance is considered a drug it is - at the moment - completely legal and can be bought for the low cost of about $30 for three grams.

Palin's offense isn't felt by all disabled people

The Journal, Webster University, MO

4 days ago by Toni Thrasher

Sarah Palin is on the warpath again. This time, she's going against the cartoon "Family Guy" and its creator, Seth MacFarlane. Palin claims that parts of the episode "Extra Large Medium" portray people with disabilities in a negative light. She also claims that a line spoken in the episode was a stab at her 22-month old son Trig, who was born with Down Syndrome.

Greek housing plans underway


		Greek housing plans underway

The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL

6 days ago by Jason Frazier

Some sororities and fraternities may have a place to call home starting fall 2012, according to Steve Sperotto, director of the Kimmel Leadership Center, as a contract has been set up with an architectural firm and planning has begun.

Sperotto, the co-chair of the Greek housing task force, a committee created by Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Narbeth Emmanuel to look at the possibilities of Greek housing, said the university has a contract with the architectural firm Treanor Architects Inc.

Budget not to affect 2010-11 admissions

The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL

6 days ago by Kari Williams

Universities across the country, including the Universities of Georgia and California, are decreasing enrollment. SIUE's budget issues will not affect fall enrollment, according to Scott Belobrajdic, assistant vice chancellor of Enrollment Management.

Belobrajdic said tuition increases occur every year to account for the university's expenses, but the rate students receive as freshmen is locked in for their four years as an undergraduate.

media MATTers: The Gaga Effect

The Journal, Webster University, MO

4 days ago by Matt Jamieson

If I said the name Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, would you break out in excitement? Oh, maybe you know her better as Lady Gaga.

How about Kesha Rose Sebert, a.k.a. Ke$ha? Not so much?

Since the rise of Lady Gaga, it seems the next big thing in pop music is around the corner.

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