Food for Thought:
"My grandfather was colored, my father is Negro, and I am black." Henry Louis Gates.

THE EXCHANGE
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ISSUE 7    
FRONT PAGE  LOCAL NEWS

FRONT PAGE

 LOCAL NEWS:
   DANCE
   CUPID'S BALL
   THE WALK
   MLS DRAFT
  
NATIONAL:
   WAR NEWS
        RADIO

INTERNATIONAL:
   CARTOON
        ANGER

BLOGS:
   DAVE
   JAKE
   SEAN
   CHRISTINA
   STEPHEN

PROFS AS
        PEOPLE

MUHAMMAD 
        ALI

CALENDAR

HISTORY LINK

WORLD AT
        A CLICK

CONTACT US
 

 
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INTERNATIONAL NEWS NATIONAL NEWS
Arab Anger
--Americans and Europeans take pride in their freedoms of speech. But in many Arab countries, those freedoms of speech have sparked violent anti-Western protests. Ever since a Danish cartoon depicting the prophet Muhammed was published in newspapers around the world, angry Muslims in Iran, Pakistan, and Afghanistan have rioted in the streets. Even though the mainstream US media have not published the drawing, Americans have been a target of much of the violence. In Afghanistan, a United States Military base was attacked by protestors—leaving four people dead after police fired into the angry crowd. In the US, some internet sites and college newspapers have published the cartoon, which has caused controversy over the limits of free speech. Read on to see how the debate over free speech rights is playing out on the global stage.

Related News:  Historically turbulent Middle East politics are taking a turn for the worst. How will the US government react to the spreading violence?
 

Radio Reaches Iraq
--Every day, Americans consume news stories about blood shed and bombings in Iraq. But the mayhem in the country is hard to imagine for many people. Unless we were to travel to Iraq, how would we know what life is really like there? Well, students at Swarthmore College have been trying to find out. A growing program called "War News Radio" is becoming a popular and informative way for students to get the whole picture of life in Iraq.  Instead of simply repeating common stories about the conflict and occupation, Students have taken it upon themselves to contact actual residents of Iraq and examine the realities for people in the country. This is a great chance for college students to understand the complicated politics and social construct of the war-torn nation. Check this story out to see what you can learn from the work of these savvy college students.

 Related News: Insurgents in Iraq are meeting with US military officials to talk about the political demands of the fighters. Are these demands in step with the ordinary Iraqi?

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Louisville native Muhammad Ali is said to be one of the best athletes of all time. He is a charismatic figure that has been known for his un-orthodox boxing style and attitude in the ring. He is very involved in charities and believes in giving back. He lives his life with Parkinson's disease but it doesn’t slow him down a bit. He has recently opened the Ali center to promote respect and hope. A few months ago Ali was honored by President Bush with the Medal of Freedom. What was this award all about? Read on for more on Muhammad Ali.

A look at the remarkable advancements of African-Americans by the numbers
 
PROFS INTO PEOPLE

Your professors are people, too! Get the inside story on their likes, dislikes and what they expect from you.

Rob Koch is very involved in theatre and thinks Mike Ditka would make a good President. Find out more inside.
 

CALENDAR WORLD AT A CLICK

Find out what's happening around campus. Click here for information about when FPC clubs meet, as well as upcoming campus events.


Want a Different Perspective?  Check out these newspapers from around the world.  These links provide less traditional news  
 
LOCAL NEWS

    
    Read these stories happening around our community:

    CORRECTION: the next Coffeehouse is Feb.9th, not the 18th as we
     reported in last week's issue.  Emily Pilowa & Brendan Little perform.
 

VIDEO LINKS


FPC students have created films, animation, commercials talk shows, news and videos of all sorts. This issue's feature film is:

Intergalactic Disagreement by sophomore Dan Desrochers.

 FPC Chowda is back, check it out.

And be sure to watch the most recent FPC NewsCenter 25, your station for on-campus coverage.

Watch The Boot, an arts and entertainment review show.
 

NEW! - HISTORY LINKS - NEW!
  Drinking was illegal, but the cars were hot.  The Exchange's first History Link
  takes a look at America and the world after WWI.
BLOGGING
   Blog combines the words web and log. A web log, or blog, is an online journal of sorts, where people post opinions on various issues. In this section, the blogs are written by The Exchange staff, and it is their opportunity to inform you about issues you may not have thought about. This weeks have been updated by Jacob, Stephen, and Tom. If you would like to respond to something you have read on this site, email us at Exchange@franklinpierce.edu. Be sure to include the name of the person/blog you are responding to. Read and enjoy!

      Dave's Blog: Updated: Seattle, don't blame the refs. . .

     Sean’s Blog: Updated: Sean gives a rundown of the Grammys . .

      Tom's Blog: Updated Are We Still Teaching Hate ?:. . .

      Jake's Blog:  RIP Mrs. Coretta Scott King . . .  

      Christina's Blog: Separation of rich and poor. . .

      Stephen's Blog: FPC has a driving problem. . .
     

THE EXCHANGE: WHO WE ARE


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RADIO LINKS
 
Podcasting has exploded in the last two years.  Don't know what it is?  You can find out here.  If you already know about podcasting, you can check out dozens of 'casts here.

Finals in a few days and feeling a little stressed out? Take it easy and listen to some of your favorite songs while checking out or site.

       Choose Your Own Genre       or          Relax With A Little Classical

Don't forget to hear what War News Radio is all about.
 


*We don't make these things up.  If you don't believe us, read this source.  It must be true, it's on the Web!