September 2006
Volume 31
Number 9
Features
Brain Power
Lawrence University is known for its music conservatory. At Marquette, a biomedical sciences major is hot. When you read about the top-notch programs offered at these state schools, you might want to go back to college.
By Julie Sensat Waldren
Smart Style
Plaid and tapestry. Suits and trenches. The sumptuous looks of fall.
By Florida Perry Smith
The Lost River
Once a pristine beauty, the Kinnickinnic is a dumping ground nominated as one of America’s most endangered rivers. Is there hope for it? Indeed.
By Kurt Chandler
On Edge
How fine is our 2006/’07 fine arts season? Learn about the state of the scene – art, music, dance, theater – and the shows that are getting buzz.
By Thomas Connors
Departments
Outfront
Higher ed., a neglected stepchild.
By Bruce Murphy
A standing invitation for you to express yourself.
Events
A busy month of world music, marsupial dancing, powerful pipes and topical theater.
Insider
Barrett’s possible successors, wurst secrets, dog parks and an activist motivated by injustice.
Pressroom
An alternative weekly’s owner makes waves.
Reviews
Evocative portraits, if you will.
The Mil
Local folks in the news.
Savvy City
Home
Two days of artistic freedom.
Where to Shop
Shabby chic, resale regalia.
Real Estate
The plummest of plumbing.
Column: Health
Cyberknives and robotic surgery – the tools of modern medicine.
By Kathleen Winkler
Dining
Two very different restaurants that begin with “B,” plus three short-and-sweet reviews before the curtain goes up to reveal… hundreds of restaurants.
Endgame
What the late Frank Zeidler’s 12 years as mayor taught us about politics.
By Bruce Murphy
