Almost every Salve student admits at one time or another that at least one reason for choosing Salve had to do with the aesthetic qualities of Newport, the impressive history of some its buildings or the convenient location on the shore. However, some issues tend to arise with the very same motives for which students originally came to Salve for.

It is people such as Doris Duke that made Newport into the historical city it is today. Duke founded the Newport Restoration Foundation in 1968, and the foundation has saved over 70 historic buildings. Buildings that are bought by or donated to the foundation must be maintained in the original 18th century style, as stated by the rules and regulations of the foundation.

Salve Regina dance students will be providing an audience with two nights of entertainment-in style. Broadway songs, Rihanna and the Pussycat Dolls will fill the air, and students will be leaping and jumping onstage with props such as a red carpet in the background.

After training in Fort Myers, Fl., Salve Regina University’s baseball team has begun the 2010 season with fierce bats and strong arms. Despite a roster deep in freshmen and sophomores last year, the players returned with more experience and confidence than ever.

Thousands in Haiti remain homeless from the January earthquake. Haitians have had to form makeshift tents out of blankets or whatever they can find to live in. At Salve Regina, students will get a taste of the squalor of Haitian tent cities for one night. Students will be camping out in sleeping bags, tarps and tents on Wakehurst Lawn, which will be buzzing with activity on the night of Apr.