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The Falcon struggle for fans must end

October 8, 2009 Editorials

Written by: The Vanguard Editorial Board Low attendance at sporting events is not a new issue here at Bentley. In fact Bentley has tried many gimmicks such as T-shirt and sweatshirt giveaways to attract the student body to the sporting events. None of these attempts have the desired effect; in fact, it usually leads to [...]

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A call home to parents, a cry out from students

October 1, 2009 Editorials

Written by: The Vanguard’s Editorial Board If there’s been a theme to Bentley this first month of school, it’s been change. New additions all over campus, some received well, such as the renovations to the Student Center, and some received not so well. However, each of these changes has modified our lives at Bentley as [...]

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Bentley betrays “small class size” policy

September 24, 2009 Editorials

As Bentley welcomed its first freshman class since becoming a University just a few short weeks ago, the changes to the GB curriculum weren’t the only changes coming into effect.

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Bentley campus buzzing with more than just freshmen

September 17, 2009 Editorials

Coming back to campus after a summer home always takes some getting used to. For some, mom won’t do your laundry anymore, and for others it seems the problem is that dad certainly isn’t cooking breakfast on the weekends. The ups and downs of college life are something everyone gets used to, but what about [...]

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Sustainability is no longer sustainable

September 17, 2009 Editorials

Bentley University has prided itself on being a sustainable campus, and has taken measures that most other schools should be taking, such as recycle bins in every residential unit, recycling centers in every residence hall, and devoting an entire office in Facilities Management to the management of our sustainability goals. While these actions are certainly [...]

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Class of 2013: Get ready for the ride

April 30, 2009 Editorials

Written by: The Vanguard Editorial Board As you set foot on campus, there’s probably a lot that is going through your mind. You’re probably excited. You’re probably nervous. You may even be scared out of your mind. But most of all – we hope you’re ready for the ride.

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Despite our headlines, Greek Life positively affects community

April 23, 2009 Editorials

Written by: The Vanguard Editorial Board With so much news and scrutiny surrounding Greek Life and its organizations this year, we find it important to remind the Bentley community that despite all the bad, there is a good side to “going Greek” and having Greek organizations on campus.

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Bentley: A simple solution to the parking problem

April 2, 2009 Editorials

Written by: The Vanguard Editorial Board Have you ever found yourself wishing to rent a car for just a day or two? Have you wanted to go somewhere that ISN’T accessible by public transportation, but your car is at home in New York or Wisconsin? Or maybe you missed the Bentley shuttle for a time-sensitive [...]

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A Housing Meltdown that hits closer to home

March 27, 2009 Editorials

Written by the Vanguard Editorial Board Bentley recently experienced a burst of its own housing bubble that started and exploded within a single year. Not surprisingly, the end result is a student body left confused and upset.

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Tuition increase inappropriate during recession

March 20, 2009 Editorials

Written by: The Vanguard Editorial Board Late last week, Bentley mailed a letter to all Bentley freshman, sophomores, and juniors outlining the upcoming tuition rates as well as the change in room and board rates for the 2009-2010. President Gloria Larson announced a 4 percent increase in tuition, raising it to $34,360, as voted on [...]

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Dealing with stress woes effectively before break

March 5, 2009 Editorials

Written by: Vanguard Editorial Board When your desk is too messy to work at, your eyelids close against your will, and when it seems like the “To-Do” list will never end…that’s when you know spring break is just around the corner. Professors love to pack on the work during the home stretch before students can [...]

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Not your family doctor, but still working for you

February 26, 2009 Editorials

Written by: The Vanguard Editorial Board Being away from home is hard, but add being sick to the equation and it’s Hell. It’s like adding insult to injury when your temperature is up, but Mom and Dad are not there to wait on you or provide just the medicine you need, whether it’s aspirin or [...]

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