The Norwich men’s swimming team is ready to bounce back from a tough season last year with “higher expectations” and “dedication,” according to the captain of the team. With a winning meet last week, the team seems on its way. “Our goal this year is to swim hard while tired […]
Month: November 2010
Men’s ice hockey gets top ranking
The Norwich men’s ice hockey team is starting off its 2010-11 season the way last season ended, on the top. Norwich is atop the NCAA preseason Division III rankings, but according to the players, that has no meaning to them. Players say it will be hard work in the weight […]
Men’s soccer finish season with a loss in playoffs
The Norwich soccer team finished this year’s season with 10-2-7 record after a playoff loss to Albertus Magnus College. This season concluded the careers of seniors Roger Motaze and Michael Lee. “When we played Albertus, we made some mistakes as a young team overall, which cost us the game,”said Motaze, […]
X-Country finishes strong in GNAC competition
Norwich University men’s cross country team gave it their best last month at its championship race, according to one of the team members. “We gave 100 percent,” said Joseph Rosenthal, 19, a sophomore mechanical engineering major from Pasadena, Md. “We all gave it our best, and we all know that.” […]
Teams need more than just talent to win
ome teams may have everything they need physically to be great but are missing one big thing, the mental aspect. Teams need mental strength to succeed, and there are ways for the athletes to gain it, according to Norwich University’s associate athletic director. “It’s important that athletes have a level […]
Facebook: Distraction or boon?
Many Norwich students say Facebook, an online social networking tool, is a distraction when it comes to doing homework. Liz Spears, 20, a junior English major from Marion County, Calif., said she goes on Facebook anywhere from three to five hours a day.”I’ve gotten better about using (Facebook) since my […]
Paine Mountain proves great resource for NU
Off west of the Norwich University campus there is a mountain that many students are familiar with. Paine Mountain is a place where Norwich students train on, work out and hike up with friends. “Paine Mountain is a pretty good training aid. There are parts of it that are very […]
Career Corner Video clips bring answers to your career questions
Have you ever wondered? * I understand the salary offer, but how much are those benefits worth? * What is it like to work for a nonprofit organization? * What would it really be like to work abroad? * Why would an interviewer ask me how many jelly beans it […]
Campus Activities Board has big plans for events
The Norwich Campus Activities Board (CAB), which plans campus activities, is determined to improve its offerings this year, said members. “I have an opportunity to change stuff that people don’t like and overall make Norwich more fun,” said Corey Liker. This is a way to change the school and make […]
Women’s lacrosse already preparing for season
After a first-round loss in the NCAA playoffs last season, the Norwich women’s lacrosse team is pushing harder to make it further in this year’s post season, according to one of the players. “We know what it takes to win,” said Margaret Ackerman, 19, a criminal justice major from Barre, […]