Thursday, November 26, 2009

Louisiana

A New Way of Protesting an Old Issue

A Fraternity, a Goat, and Some Introspection

Not satisfied with ordinary punishment, Louisiana State University is calling for its Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity chapter to sing "Kumbaya" during an "introspection period"—designed as reprimand for housing a live goat last fall, reports the Daily Reveille. Members claimed it was a chapter mascot. more >>

Trail Mix

* The fastest way to get state law enforcement to crash your party at Louisiana State: Get 10 kegs, a case of Jägermeister, and 53 miscellaneous bottles of alcohol. Also, don't forget to advertise the rager openly on Facebook, charge a $5 cover, and encourage guests to "drink all you want," according to the Daily Reveille. more >>

The Grrreat Debate: Time to Tame the Real Tiger?

Louisiana State University is mourning the kidney failure death of Mike V, the university's live tiger mascot. The search is on for a new one to live in the school's man-made jungle, complete with room service and free medical care, reports the Daily Reveille. more >>

Trail Mix

* Michigan State is prepared for a tuberculosis outbreak, the State News reports. But can anyone really be prepared for an errant attorney exposing his cooties all around the world? We think not. more >>

Looking Back in History

Washington is all caught up in the battle between George W. Bush and the Democratic majorities in Congress over Iraq. more >>

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