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News in :90 – April 9, 2010
False fire alarms burn university’s dollars, students’ time
False fire alarms cost St. Thomas money from its tuition-fueled budget, but the overall costs extend far beyond cash. On-campus residents are familiar with false fire alarms.
SJP leads demonstration against war in Iraq
A demonstration in the Lower Quad against the occupation of Iraq gave students a platform to voice their concerns about the seven-year war.
Free mass transit rides for St. Patty’s day
Free bus and light-rail rides tonight offer St. Patrick’s Day celebrators a designated driver thanks to Metro Transit. Metro Transit will offer the free bus and light-rail rides Wednesday, March 17 after 6 p.m.
News in :90 – March 15, 2010
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3-D TVs impress students, but not in every dimension
With consumers looking for the newest craze in technology, 3-D television sets are aimed to be the next big thing, but are the drawbacks worth the price tag?
News in :90 – March 8, 2010
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News in :90 – March 3, 2010
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News in :90 – Feb. 22, 2010
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Tuition and fees rise 3.5 percent; classes may get bigger
St. Thomas’ Board of Trustees Thursday approved a 3.5 percent increase in undergraduate tuition and fees for next year. University administrators noted class sizes may increase at the same time.
Brady residents drawing up some comic adventures
Through their Facebook page, three Brady Hall residents have gained popularity with their new comic “Toast n’ Squid: Adventures in Toastworld.”
HOURCAR Prius cars repaired, back on campus
Both 2010 Prius models are back in service at St. Thomas. The two models were pulled from the HOURCAR program Feb. 5 and repaired by Toyota. The brakes on the cars were repaired.
Big weekend for swim teams brings victories, records
The St. Thomas swimming and diving team raced to success and broke records this weekend at the two-day Minnesota Challenge at the University of Minnesota.
HOURCAR Priuses may be affected by recent brake problems
Investigations have begun on the antilock brake systems on the 2010 Toyota Prius. There have been around 124 reports from U.S. customers citing brake trouble on slick or rough surfaces.
News in :90 – Feb. 1, 2010
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