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COLA wins 2017 fall scholarship By: Melissa Carrick @MelissaCarrick carrckm@findlay.edu On Feb. 2, classmates joined together to rise to the challenge of paying it forward, as they were encouraged to donate to the Findlay Fund Class of 2017 Scholarship. On the day of the event, information tables were set up throughout campus all day to […]
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By: Melissa Carrick Sarah Ludinich “Soon to be cancer survivor” Jan. 9 brought the beginning of a new semester for UF students. Most students dread returning to classes, but Sarah Ludinich, junior physical therapy major at the University of Findlay would have given anything to be in class with her peers that Monday morning. “Monday […]
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By: Jacob King As children, it’s often taught that no one should judge a book by its cover. This saying holds true and is represented by a certain University of Findlay employee. Cindy Beucler, Cave employee, exudes positivity on campus . However, many would not know that she has an extensive background in education. Beucler, […]
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By: Ashley Summerfield @ash_summerfield The Muslim ban and what comes next The United States of America has been known as the “Land of opportunity”, the “Land of the free”, and the “melting pot” of the world, but that may change soon. People from around the world are free to travel into the U.S., unless you’re from […]
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By: Kevin Schrock UF basketball fights through the season It’s the one thing that can break even the best teams in the nation. Injuries. The University of Findlay men’s basketball team has now had not one, but two starters go down with knee injuries that will have them sidelined for the extent of the season. […]
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By: Ashley Summerfield Local activists gather at Marathon Petroleum On Sunday Jan. 29, local activists gathered in Findlay to protest the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline. In a demonstration titled “Standing in Solidarity with Standing Rock,” participants shared their support for the habitants of the Standing Rock Indian Reservation. Founders of a local group, […]
By Sarah Stubbs @sarahxstubbs The main news story this week for the Pulse is all about the decrease of student participation at SGA-funded events this fall. What drew me to work on this news story for our last issue of the Pulse for the semester was the insane amount of rumors I had been hearing […]
By Sarah Stubbs @sarahxstubbs Contrary to recent rumors on campus, the Student Government Association’s (SGA) Jason Derulo concert this September has had zero impact on the recent trend in cutting and or denying of budget requests set forth by University of Findlay clubs and organizations, according to Dave Emsweller, VP of student affairs. SGA President […]
Recker will continue to serve as interim VP By Alexis Mitchell @Alexis_Mitch14 The search for the new vice president of enrollment has been put on hold until early 2017, according to Katherine Fell, University of Findlay president. According to Fell, there were a lot of good candidates for the position; however, none of them were […]
Moore caps off record-breaking season, Sylla scores four times By Kevin Schrock @KRock_6 It was a game that didn’t have any playoff implications, however, in the Oilers season finale; the team was still playing for something. Entering the game with a 5-5 record, Findlay needed a win to secure a record over .500. They weren’t […]
Findlay knocks off Illinois-Springfield in game one By Kevin Schrock @KRock_6 The University of Illinois-Springfield learned that playing basketball in Croy Gymnasium could be one of the toughest tasks in all of division two basketball. On Saturday, the Oilers took an early lead and never looked back. It was senior Ricardo Smith taking control of […]
By Bobby Beebe In the early 2000s the Weakerthans, a four-piece indie rock band from Canada, captured the emotion of being young and confused almost perfectly. Their break-up in 2014 came as a surprise and disappointment to fans who had grown up with the band. However, lead singer John K. Samson’s latest record, Winter Wheat, […]
Well, no they haven’t, Mr. Pence By Clay Parlette @claypar111 We have officially entered post-election season—the time of supposed harmony that everyone was looking forward to so dearly as we begin preparing for the holidays with family and friends, and to forget the bruising election season that engulfed the news over the past 1.5 years. […]
Officers strive to build relationships with students By Melissa Carrick The University of Findlay police officers, Robert Mostoller and Steve Baum, teamed up with resident assistants, Megan Lasher and Parker Nash to deliver an Alcohol Awareness Program last month. The Hancock County Sheriff’s Department loaned “drunk goggles”to UF for students to participate in a field […]
By Madelaine McBride When people go to college they often see it as a chance to start their own lives. College is usually the first time young adults have lived away from home, so they are able to do whatever they want whenever they want without having to answer to anyone. To many students, this […]
Annual Thanksgiving luncheon provides more than a meal By Kelsey Nevius @kelnevs Students who might not be able to head home for the holidays can still enjoy a hearty meal for Thanksgiving this year. The University of Findlay’s Buford Center for Diversity and Service is hosting an Intercultural Thanksgiving Luncheon on Tuesday, Nov. 22 from […]
‘Movember: Changing the Face of Masculinity’ Larissa Holmes @uf_holmesl While some may know November only as “No Shave November,” taking the challenge in full stride, the month is also a chance to highlight men’s health awareness and advocacy. The University of Findlay is taking the challenge a step further to incorporate issues of sexual health, […]
USPS could be only ones to blame By Sarah Stubbs @sarahxstubbs Four University of Findlay students have told the Pulse that following the Oilers for America event on Sept. 27, hosted by the Student Government Association (SGA), that their respective Boards of Elections never received their absentee ballot applications. These students were waiting anxiously and […]
By Martyce Kimbrough @TheRealBuddha20 The lady Oilers basketball team will open up their season on Nov. 11 as they face the University of Indianapolis at 7 p.m. in Indianapolis. The Oilers will stay in Indy and play Lewis University on Nov. 13 before they head to West Virginia to play Wheeling Jesuit on Nov. 16 […]
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Findlay and Michigan Tech meet this week in the Upper Peninsula By Kevin Schrock @KRock_6 The University of Findlay will not be participating in playoff football this year. The squad has been through the gauntlet playing four teams ranked in the top 25 in the nation. Still, the group will head into their last game […]
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Bellarmine and Ohio Wesleyan both left the Findlay Pool defeated By Kevin Schrock @KRock_6 The University of Findlay men’s and women’s swimming teams played host to swim meets each of the last two weekends. On Oct. 29, Bellarmine University ventured into the Sink Natatorium only to leave with a 166-102 loss on the men’s side […]
By Jacob Sarver @senatorsarver The end is finally in sight. Everyone in the world agrees on one thing, this has been a nasty (woman) election and it has been cut-throat. Elections always cause a stir and are subject for arguments, however, in this election, there have truly been relationships torn apart. Both candidates have their […]
Findlay allows season-low 13 points on Senior Day By Kevin Schrock @KRock_6 The Oilers got back to .500 on Saturday after they knocked off the Northwood Timberwolves 28-13. Findlay jumped out to a quick 14-0 lead on Rhys Gervais’ first rushing touchdown of the season followed by a five-yard Chauncey Bridges’ touchdown run. It appeared […]
UF librarian strives to get Oilers interested in National Novel Writing Month By Larissa Holmes @uf_holmesl November is a time for thanksgiving, but it is also the time for challenges. For men – and some women – there is “No Shave November” and for equestrian students there is “No Stirrup November.” But there is another […]
By Kate Bauer @katemareebauer I called my county board of elections last week and learned they had not received my initial absentee ballot request. I did have some options, however, and opted to early vote at the Van Wert County Board of Elections last Saturday. As a Millennial voter who is constantly hooked to my […]
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By Mac Williams @m_williamsm2 Last week students from the University of Findlay participated in a Title IX Summit in Columbus, Ohio. The purpose of the event, according to the event website, was to inform students and campuses about sexual violence on college campuses. Additionally, students gained leadership experience to help educate their fellow students about […]
By Reilly Butz @reillybutz7 1) Free college tuition/debt free college The concept of making university education free or debt-free is excellent initially. The biggest problem, though, becomes sustainability. Can public colleges and universities afford a massive loss in funding all while maintaining their payroll to pay high level professors? Unfortunately, free college tuition issues don’t […]
Her popularity and influence promote racism, anti-feminism By Sarah Stubbs @sarahxstubbs Tomi Lahren, the news personality and Republican pundit, is liked on Facebook by 26 of my friends. Beyond my Facebook friend group, 25,000 people follow her page and more than three million have liked it. On Twitter, she boasts more than 317,000 followers. The […]
Let’s talk policy Ashley Summerfield @ash_summerfield As the election quickly approaches, many Americans still find themselves undecided on how they will cast their vote. Among others things, the candidate’s stance on the hot topics in policy can be a main deciding factor in this decision. In a recent poll, UF students expressed their three most […]
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The political battle over the Buckeye State By Melissa Carrick @MelissaCarrick With only weeks left until the election, Trump Jr. visited Findlay on Oct. 24 to campaign for his father outside of the Hancock County Republican’s office. Also on that same Monday, Vice President Joe Biden visited the Lucas County Public Library to rally support […]
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Oiler men ranked first in preseason GLIAC South poll By Kevin Schrock @KRock_6 For 34 straight seasons the University of Findlay Men’s basketball team has posted a winning record. A year ago the Oilers finished 20-8 but a Ferris State buzzer beater ended their season in the first round of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic […]
Islam panel educates, promotes tolerance By Kelsey Nevius @kelnevs neviusk@findlay.edu With the election fast approaching, many events at the University of Findlay begin to take a more political tone. Groups on campus are hosting more political-based events as the important day draws near, and such events try to get college students educated and involved with […]
Clinton holds a slim lead over Trump By Mac Williams @m_williamsm2 It is almost over. The 2016 general election is winding down and will take place Tuesday, Nov. 8. As Election Day nears, the polls begin to close. According to an ABC News Tracking Poll of likely voters taken on Oct. 31, 2016, Hillary Clinton […]
No one should have to nag to be able to vote By Clay Parlette @claypar111 As if this election isn’t already crazy enough, the United States Postal Service (USPS) has disgraced the little sanctity that yet remains in our American democracy by failing to deliver hundreds of absentee ballots in Northwest Ohio. Election data indicates […]
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UF football 4-5 in GLIAC By Martyce Kimbrough @TheRealBuddha20 The University of Findlay football team fell short in their game against #2 ranked Grand Valley State University with a score of 28-17 on Oct. 29 in Allendale, Michigan. The Lakers remain undefeated on the season while the Oilers fall to 4-5 in GLIAC (Great Lakes […]