 Sophomore to serve for Team USA
by Daily HelmsmanJan 01, 2013“Sophomore Courtney Collins said she wasn't sure what it was about her interview with soon-to-be team Team USA tennis coach Ryan Freeman that landed her one of five coveted spots on the American roster for the 2011 World University Games.”
 Foreign exchange students adapt to American customs
by Daily HelmsmanJan 01, 2013“Activating a new cell phone is no problem for the typical University of Memphis student.
But if you're one of 29 exchange students from seven foreign countries currently attending The U of M, similar tasks most would consider easy might be a major source of frustration, even tears.”
Newcomers step up big at ASU
by Daily HelmsmanJan 01, 2013“Although there was no official score kept for competing teams, this past weekend's Arkansas State Kickoff Klassic gave University of Memphis track and field coach Kevin Robinson a glimpse of what he can expect to see from his athletes this season.”
College in PJs may be a pipe dream
by Daily HelmsmanJan 01, 2013“A study reissued by the Government Accountability Office on Nov. 30, in which 15 for-profit colleges were investigated, showed that all 15 made deceptive claims to applicants to persuade them to enroll. Four of these schools suggested that applicants make fraudulent statements in order to gain more financial aid.”
Making strides, spoke by spoke
by Daily HelmsmanJan 01, 2013“Memphis is still not a very bike-friendly city compared to some cities in other parts of the world - there are few bike lanes and few employers who provide bike parking and shower facilities for those who bike to work on hot Memphis days. But the city is taking positive steps forward when it comes to increasing bicycle use.”
'Helicoptering' hinders progress
by Daily HelmsmanJan 01, 2013“While much has been said about the problem of parents taking no interest in their children's schoolwork or activities, experts are now recognizing that parents who are overly involved can have a negative impact on them as well.”
Facial philanthropy
by Daily HelmsmanJan 01, 2013“For nearly a year, University of Memphis graduate Matt Tubinis didn't shave.”
Power and money
by Daily HelmsmanJan 01, 2013“When Eads resident Mike Martin, 47 filled out his 2010 census form, he never considered that his answers could lead to the closing of elementary schools, the removal of congressmen from office or an increase in federal funding for his home state.”
Breakfast of champions
by Daily HelmsmanJan 01, 2013“Jessie, along with thousands of other college students, has turned to the use of Adderall in order to study, write papers, have energy for class and lose weight.”
Russell's Take: One last time
by Daily HelmsmanJan 01, 2013“First and foremost, I would like to thank one person: me.” | News Topics
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