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More than meets the eye

Ryan McManama March 30, 2006
A vigilant monk stands serenely, watching passersby. A young girl sits comfortably, entirely engrossed in the book she is reading. A fearsome crocodile threatens to snap at anyone foolish enough to wander too close. Two herons stride purposefully through ankle-deep water, every move betraying grace through motion.

Bold statues at Saint Louis University

Matthew Lehner Kate Kovarik March 30, 2006
Take a trip around the history of some of SLU's most interesting statues with the University News' Matthew Lehner and Kate Kovarik.

On South Grand, organizations boost a diverse community

Kelly McCann March 23, 2006
The United States is often referred to as a melting pot, due to its long history of immigration and rich blend of cultures. Today, however, it has become more comparable to a salad bowl, because each ethnic group is maintaining its unique characteristics instead of mixing into the American culture.

Overlooked for years, South Grand is being redeveloped as people realize its history and potential

Matthew Lehner March 23, 2006
It was first an expanse of agricultural land in the early 19th century. Then it grew into a prominent residential area that eventually slipped into the despair of urban decay. Now it is becoming a key in the revival of St. Louis City. The South Grand area's heritage and importance are being rediscovered by people throughout St.

Rich pieces of South Grand’s present, past

KATE KOVARIK March 23, 2006
Mangia Italiano Two local south-siders, dentist Doc Parmely and his wife Micci, went out on a limb 23 years ago. They noticed St. Louis had no source of fresh pasta, so they grabbed the opportunity. The buildings at 3145 South Grand had a past of selling hardware and movie theater tickets, but in the '80s, the space had no purpose.

Pere Marquette Gallery

Matthew Lehner March 2, 2006
Outside of DuBourg Hall, there is a blue sign that lists for visitors the main features of the building: undergraduate admissions, department of public safety, administration and the Pere Marquette Gallery. Most people walk by and wonder, "Pere Marquette Gallery-what's that?" What it is, is the number-one place you haven't been on campus.

Saint Louis University Museum of Art

Meghan Townley March 2, 2006
Located on Lindell Boulevard, the Saint Louis University Museum of Art (SLUMA) houses an impressive collection of both permanent and traveling art exhibitions. The art collections are divided among four floors; the first floor is used for temporary exhibitions.

Museum of Contemporary Religious Art

KATE KOVARIK March 2, 2006
Unbeknown to most Saint Louis University students, the Museum of Contemporary Religious Art celebrates one of the missions of the Society of Jesus every day of the week: "service of faith, the promotion of justice and a dialogue with the other religious traditions of humanity.

Samuel Cupples House

Matthew Lehner March 2, 2006
One of the treasures of Saint Louis University's campus, the Samuel Cupples house, is a place most don't know too much about.

Queen’s Daughters

Matthew Lehner March 2, 2006
Built as the Euston House at the turn of the century in 1890, the Queen's Daughters home is another gem in Saint Louis University's architectural beauty and history.

Mardi Gras: historical and undefeated

KATE KOVARIK February 24, 2006

This weekend marks the final stretch of the month-long 27th Saint Louis Mardi Gras celebration, which this year is themed "Soulard Mardi Gras Celebrates the Small Screen." The St. Louis tradition will...

Mardi Gras’ history and its life in St. Louis

Leah Lavelle February 24, 2006

Headed to the Soulard neighborhood to celebrate Mardi Gras, St. Louis-style? This year, Soulard will again be a site of feasting, libations and merriment. You may already know that St. Louis puts on a...

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