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MOVIE REVIEW: “Funny People”
August 31, 2009 – 3:14 pm | No Comment
MOVIE REVIEW: “Funny People”

By Emily Hoover | gargoyle@flagler.edu

It’s apparent that slapstick legend Adam Sandler has grown up. It’s ironic, however, that he enlists Seth Rogen and Jonah Hill, the quintessential heroes of today’s American farce, to help in his latest film. Funny People is funny, sure, but it’s also personal and melancholy.

SGA’s new chief wants change
August 31, 2009 – 2:44 pm | One Comment
SGA’s new chief wants change

Matulewicz plans to give student government a make-over

By Cal Colgan | jcolgan@flagler.edu

While some of us have been dreading the start of classes, David Matulewicz seems excited for this year.
Perhaps that is because he can finally put his plans into action.

Florida resident aid suffers in recession
August 31, 2009 – 2:23 pm | No Comment
Florida resident aid suffers in recession

By Matthew Boyle | mboyle@flagler.edu

Students’ pocketbooks and wallets probably feel a little lighter this academic year than last year as Florida cut funding to all higher education programs.

Peruvian clinic serves kids with disabilities
August 31, 2009 – 2:03 pm | One Comment
Peruvian clinic serves kids with disabilities

Selfless doctor gives life, dreams to unfortunate youth in Peru with Hogar clinic

By Caroline Young | cyoung1@flagler.edu

Four or five of the children were covered in third-degree burns. One boy was missing a leg. Some were in wheelchairs. One was missing his ears. An older girl stared off into space unable to see, but she was smiling. They all were. They were happy, dancing and singing children.

Let Flagler students’ voices be heard
August 31, 2009 – 1:52 pm | No Comment
Let Flagler students’ voices be heard

By Cal Colgan | jcolgan@flagler.edu

Are you tired of seeing the same stories in your student newspaper month after month that you still don’t want to read?

Well, so are we. All of you information hounds at Flagler can rest easy because The Gargoyle is under new management. And we are determined to provide you with informative, educational and interesting news.

Tweet, tweet! Future’s here
August 31, 2009 – 1:41 pm | No Comment
Tweet, tweet! Future’s here

By Matthew Boyle | mboyle@flagler.edu

The Gargoyle will undergo some major publication changes over this academic year as we’re shifting our focus to provide the best possible editorial content in the best way to the Flagler College and St. Augustine communities.

First, we’re diving headfirst into the online media world. We’ll publish much more frequently and in multiple formats.

Woolfolk says ‘feisty’ friend good fit for general education
August 31, 2009 – 1:15 pm | 3 Comments
Woolfolk says ‘feisty’ friend good fit for general education

Flagler hires expert for director of general education spot

By Caroline Young | cyoung1@flagler.edu

Dean of Academic Affairs Alan Woolfolk wants to improve Flagler’s general education program, starting with the creation of a new position, director of general education.

New AD to brighten red and gold
August 31, 2009 – 11:18 am | No Comment
New AD to brighten red and gold

By Gian Louis Thompson | gthompson@flagler.edu

A new era in Flagler College athletics will start with new Athletic Director Jud Damon, who brings more than a decade’s worth of experience to Flagler and is looking to make quality improvements.

Saints accepted to Peach Belt Conference
August 31, 2009 – 11:08 am | No Comment
Saints accepted to Peach Belt Conference

Flagler’s athletic programs, coaches looking forward to challenges
By Gian Louis Thompson | gthompson@flagler.edu
The Saints finally have a home. The Peach Belt Conference accepted Flagler into its ranks this year and the Saints are looking forward …

Gargoyle to increase sports coverage on, off campus
August 31, 2009 – 10:45 am | No Comment
Gargoyle to increase sports coverage on, off campus

By Gian Louis Thompson | gthompson@flagler.edu
My name is Gian Louis Thompson and I’m The Gargoyle’s new Sports editor. I plan to cover the Saints in depth, as we’ve always done, and expand our coverage to …

Back to the East Coast
August 22, 2009 – 9:06 am | One Comment
Back to the East Coast

Last week in Los Angeles: my only concern at the moment is the time difference and jet lag that I will have to bear as I head for home. I want my last week to …

Loving LA, but ready to go home
August 21, 2009 – 10:59 am | 2 Comments
Loving LA, but ready to go home

There’s nothing like home. There’s nothing like home. There’s nothing like home. My black platform heels aren’t doing the job that those Dorothy red, sequined shoes do – which is to send me home to St. Augustine. Los Angeles is great, don’t get me wrong but St. Aug has a hook into my heart.