The Tech Talk

'Nunsense' given rave reviews from audiences

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Nuns dancing and singing in a convent gone crazy is the premise for "Nunsense," a musical comedy by Dan Goggin, which debuted Jan. 28 in Stone Theatre.

A celebration of culture

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The International Student Association hosted its 10th annual International Scholarship Dinner Saturday in the Student Center, Main Floor.

COB lends effort, food for Haitian survivors

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

After an earthquake devastated the Republic of Haiti, students are taking extra measures to do their part in helping Haitians.

Tech police request feedback

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Tech Police Chief Randal Hermes said students who encounter a problem with any of the Tech police officers need to make it known.

Comedian cracks up Tolliver

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Union Board, Tech's source for campus entertainment, delivered once again Jan. 26 as students packed Tolliver Hall to hear comedian Arvin Mitchell.

IDEA Place hosts LIGO exhibit, looks to help educate on Einstein's theories

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

For under $5, you could be on your way to being the next Albert Einstein.

Teen pregnancies rise; sex-ed funding dropped

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The latest federal government study shows the pregnancy rate of 15 to 19-year-old girls has risen 3 percent, making it the first jump since 1990. Because of this, the White House is rethinking its position on sexual education.

COES honors distinguished alumni at awards ceremony

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The College of Engineering and Science hosted the 2010 Distinguished Alumni Awards ceremony Friday at the Student Center, Second Floor.

Dangerous amounts of lead found in purses

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

More than 100 major retailers are facing legal suit from the Center for Environmental Health after a dangerous amount of lead was discovered in vinyl material used in purses and wallets.

Delta Week encourages community awareness, help for Haitian victims

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. held its annual week of motivation Jan. 24-30 focusing on community service and empowerment.

DON'T PANIC: A rant on the "Avatar" monster

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

James Cameron's overwhelming hit "Avatar" has earned $1.859 billion in a month and a half making "Avatar" the highest-grossing horror film of all time.

FROM THE EDITOR: Apple gadget could change print media

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Well Steve Jobs, you've done it again.
After last Wednesday's launch of the newest Apple product the iPad (insert Tampax joke here), people worldwide are reveling in their obsession with everything Apple.

IN OUR OPINION: Media ethics hit close to home

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Last week, The Tech Talk failed to adhere to the accepted standards concerning ethics and media accountability.

IN OUR OPINION: Student Loans addressed by Obama

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Last week, President Barack Obama addressed the importance of investing in the education of students across the nation.

MISCHIEVOUS ME: Disney shouldn't replace parents

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Aname all children learn by the time they are five is Disney. I fell in love with Disney as a small child, like many do, and wanted to be Cinderella or Belle.

STARING AT THE WORLD THROUGH MY REARVIEW: Black history, our history

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Monday marked the first Black History Month of the new decade. I think that it is important for those who do commemorate the month to understand, what it is exactly and where it originated.

FROM THE SPORTS DESK: Sports' Power

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

They say sports has its side of sex, drugs, death and scandals, which is supported by athletes like Tiger Woods, Barry Bonds and Kobe Bryant.

SGA provides forum for students to speak out

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

As the Student Government Association and respective class officers' term approaches its third quarter, the first official Town Hall meeting of 2009-10 school year was held Jan. 28 in Wyly Tower Auditorium, exemplifying the SGA's mission of addressing campus life concerns.

MOVIE REVIEW: When In Rome

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

If you're looking for a good chick flick for girl's night out, look no further than "When in Rome."
That is, unless you actually want to see a good movie.

MUSIC REVIEW: Solider of Love

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

My first memories of Sade can be traced back to the early years of my childhood, prancing around my mother's apartment in my plastic costume wear high heels.

Aggies dominate Bulldogs 91-77

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Bulldogs were defeated by the New Mexico State Aggies Saturday night 91-77 at the Thomas Assembly Center.

Lady Techsters Vandalize in OT

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

A three-pointer by sophomore guard Jasmine Bendolph with eight seconds left in regulation sent the Techsters (13-6, 4-3 WAC) into overtime, to win 74-71 against the Vandals (5-15, 2-5 WAC) Saturday night at the Thomas Assembly Center.