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American football player and wrestler Ernie Ladd was also a leading civil rights figure in the WWE in the 1960s.

Remembering Ernie Ladd

Noah Dalton, columnist February 28, 2019
Ernie Ladd was an American football player, who played professionally in the American Football League, which would later go on to be the National Football League. Nicknamed “The Big Cat”, Ladd was the biggest player to have played in the league during the 1960s at a staggering 6 feet 9 inches tall and weighing 300 pounds. Ladd would use his size and natural athletic ability to become a four time AFL all star and an AFL league champion during his eight year tenure.
Theatre program brings the story of Anne Frank to the stage

Theatre program brings the story of Anne Frank to the stage

Khadijah Doumbia and Shelby White February 7, 2019
Many people know the story of the young Jewish girl named Anne Frank. Her story takes place during the Holocaust from 1942-1944 and has inspired the world, showing the importance of  journaling and how it can help future generations understand the past.
Veterans share stories following the annual Veterans Day program at Vincennes University on Nov. 8.

Importance of veterans’ stories highlighted at annual program

Kayla Trent, Assitant Editor November 16, 2018
Vincennes University paid honor to those who have served their country during the annual Veterans Day program.

Sandy’s Pantry supplies VU students with needed food items

Khadijah Doumbia, staff writer October 11, 2018
Vincennes University has many programs to offer students. A service that some students may be unaware of is Sandy’s Pantry. The pantry is located at St. John’s United Church Of Christ at 606 5th street.

The cause of Vincennes University’s student meal plan shutdowns

Kami Minnich April 17, 2018
For some time now students have lost access to their meal plans in consequence of having an outstanding balance on their account. However, some students are still bewildered when they are unable to get food from the dining center.
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