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Variety Show: Chi Omega earns best overall; Lambda Chi wins small group category

May 4, 2012 Cardinal & Cream

For most college students, any activity outside of schoolwork is a difficult commitment, but when Student Activity Council’s Variety Show rolls around each spring, many devote time and energy to producing an intricate performance.

Hours of practice and rigorous training go into intense interpretations of fairy-tale stories, Dr. Seuss rhymes, Disney classics and original story lines.

All practices lead to one full day at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. The show is not just about the performances but everything building up to it as well, said Matthew Parker, senior business administration major and SAC’s Variety Show chairman. […]

Five bakeries in the Jackson community have rich start-up stories, desserts

April 30, 2012 Cardinal & Cream

Tucked away downtown or in obscure strip malls, Jackson’s bakeries have much to offer the sugar-savvy student willing to make the trip. The city offers treats made by experienced bakers offering everything from Southern specialties to Latin confections. […]

Softball team continues dominant play

April 28, 2012 Cardinal & Cream

The Lady Bulldogs softball team started off its 2012 season in a way that no team wants to start, with a home loss to a non-conference team. However, thoughts of a losing season did not resonate even for a minute with the players as the women fully kicked the season into gear by winning the rest of their games in February. […]

Professor’s mentoring coalition helps Jackson organizations share resources

April 17, 2012 Cardinal & Cream

Various mentoring organizations in Jackson have gathered monthly at Union for the past two years to share and discuss ideas to improve their programs. […]

Local flea market draws students looking for deals

April 17, 2012 Cardinal & Cream

The crowds of people and diversity in vendors bring together the Jackson community in a family-friendly environment that offers entertainment, a variety of products and, above all, low prices. […]

Luncheon speaker shares principles of faith on the job in book

April 13, 2012 Cardinal & Cream

Students and business leaders packed the Carl Grant Events Center while Harry Smith reminded audience members that living a Christian life in the business world is not easy, but is still rewarding for those who faithfully trust God in professional decisions.

The annual event, sponsored by the McAfee School of Business, is designed to encourage and equip members of the local business community to integrate their Christian faith into their professional lives. […]

H.R.H. Dumplin’s of Jackson adapts, flourishes as new owners celebrate first year’s success

April 4, 2012 Cardinal & Cream

H.R.H. Dumplin’s of Jackson is upping its game. March marks the second year for new owners Dick and Peg Ramsay, and the two are dedicated to improving and expanding their business. While they have already added an array of options to their menus, the Ramsay’s say there is more to come. […]