The Traveler

Nicholas Kristof survived his time in Darfur. His interpreter did not. When Kristof and his interpreter, a 19-year old local, were stopped at a military checkpoint, the interpreter was detained. The detainment would end five minutes later with a bullet being shot in the back of the young man's head, Kristof said.… 1 Comment

All dining halls went "trayless" for the fall 2008 semester in an effort to save energy and keep costs low both for Chartwells Dining Services and for the students.

However, this change brought mixed reactions from students.

Though a variety of meal plan options are offered, in general, students pay around $5 to $6 a meal to eat in on-campus dining halls, depending on what plan the student has selected.… 2 Comments

The University of Arkansas Distinguished Lecture Committee announced that NBA star player turned entrepreneurial HIV/AIDS activist Earvin "Magic" Johnson will speak 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, as part of the Distinguished Lecture Series. The lecture, which is in Barnhill Arena, is free and open to the public.… 1 Comment

Construction on Center Street, which was closed in August because of a collapsed tunnel, might be coming to an end.

Officials closed a portion of Center Street between West and University Avenues about four weeks ago after it was reported that part of a drainage tunnel under the street had caved in, City Engineer Ron Petrie said.… Post the First Comment

Residents across Northwest Arkansas are being encouraged to look into alternative means of transportation, such as public transportation and carpooling, to reduce their carbon emissions.

Web sites like NWAcommute.com, a site launched recently by a husband and wife team, hope to "help Northwest Arkansas commuters find one another - both to save money on gas and help our environment.… Post the First Comment