Denver Post Going Old-School With Frederick Cole

The Denver Post is making some changes in-house, and there are very few people more qualified as an adviser of a newspaper than Frederick Cole. Cole hopes to bring a hard-working mentality back to the newspaper business.

The Future of Media

Many believe that the era of print journalism is on the decline, however seasoned newspaper editor Fredrick Cole thinks the whole industry is taking a nose dive. Cole recently sat down for an interview to discuss his thoughts on journalism education in modern times.

"The Fittest Loser", Big Hope for a Small Community

Picture by: Aspen Schmidt

Stayin' Fit and Lovin' it, a community gym located in the small town of Elizabeth Colorado, hosted a major event that mimicked the efforts of the hit TV show, The Biggest Loser. 15 contestants were chosen to compete in a mentally and physically demanding challenge to lose weight, and change their lifestyles forever. More about their moving journey below.

Confetti and Fireworks for Metro State- the Dream of One Student

Photo by: Jeanine Putnam

"Metro State will never be a big sports university like CU, but it would be awesome if our generation could change the dynamic and make sports a big priority... I want to see some fireworks and confetti at these games!"-Jonathan Morse, Sophomore at MSCD

Reported by Aspen Schmidt and Jeanine Putnam

Homecoming? Not so much...



Photo by John Dwyer



Q:" Do you know about Metro's homecoming?"

A: "I just saw it on a flyer."

Q: "Are you going?"

A: "Uhhhhhhhh, no."

Interview by: Josh Gaines and John Dwyer

If Metro Had a Homecoming Would Anyone Care?

Photo by Lynzie Blair

“Most of the activities didn’t interest me, and I wish there was a climbing competition or snowball fight.” — Sean Kelly, MSCD Student, Junior 

Interview by: Walt House, Lynzie Blair and Charles Roberts

Homecoming still a mystery to you? Read More...

Red-Eyed Roadrunner

Photo by Aaron Szindler

Q: "How are you going to celebrate Homecoming 2011?"
A: "I wanna smoke one up with Rowdy!" -Trevor, Freshman at Metro State


Interview by: Aaron Szindler & Gellilla Gebre-Michael

No School Spirit for Metro State

Photo By: Saige Gerwig

Q: "How do you feel about Metro's Homecoming 2011?"
A: "What? Like a school dance?"
-Metro Student, Jenna Kendall


Interview by: Saige Gerwig & Julie Scohy 

A Place to go for a Good Ole' Laugh

In Greenwood Village there is a place you can go with friends and family to have drinks, eat, and the best part laugh out loud. That place is the Comedy Works at the Landmark DTC.

The Comedy Works has shows going on almost every night seven days of the week with multiple shows a night.  The Comedy Works is know for having big named comedians perform on their stage such as: Rob Schneider, Dave Chappelle, Joan Rivers, George Lopez and many other.  The Comedy Works love to support local Denver comedians and even helping to jump start their career. 

 
To get more of an insider perspective keep on reading...

Denver is the Poetry Mecca

Spoken word at Elevation Friday's allows the audience to experience raw emotions. Previously hosted at Africana #2 Restaurant, Elevation Friday's found a new home on Friday February 4th at Atrium Bar & Grill located on 554 S. Broadway.Don't let Atrium's softly lit sign or discreet location on the east side of Broadway fool you because the talent within is unexplainable. Read more after the jump.

Balttle Mountain Creative Writers Throw Down

Nick Lerger takes the mic at the third annual Spilled Ink Poetry Jam.

The third annual Spilled ink Poetry Jam was held this past Friday the fifth at the newly remodeled Bookworm in Riverwalk. Creative writers young and old came togather to bear there souls through the art of poetry.
Read more after the jump.

Biggest Jiu Jitsu Tournament in Colorado Commenced on February 5th

The biggest competition in Colorado to demonstrate technique in the sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu took place at the Magness Arena. To read about the outcome of the tournament, click below.

MSCD Digs Themselves into Hole at Colorado School of Mines

Not in Their House

Metro State shot a season low 33.3% from the field in their 48-65 loss to Colorado School of Mines on Saturday night in Golden. The home crowd rattled the Roadrunners in Golden, jumping on them early and not looking back. The Roadrunners leading scorer this season, junior guard Reggie Evans, scored just 4 points on 2-10 shooting, his lowest output of the season.