Leaving high school and entering college is a huge milestone. It comes with its fair share of freedom and independence, in school, living situations, social situations, and more. Rules that were present in high school classrooms especially are different from classroom norms in college. One main controversial rule […]
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Extra steps lead to success
Once you graduate from high school you can go in one of two directions: college or work. Once you make that choice, one question should be asked: are you satisfied with where you are? A lot of times, when the answer is no, people decide to go to […]
Ring the bell: Beiber v. Carney a match made in music
It’s a Twitter war that has kept me on the edge of my seat – a thin, gangly drummer taking on a legion of fans of an 18-year-old pop star all by his lonesome. And the former is undoubtedly winning the cyber tilt. After last Sunday’s Grammy Awards, […]
Students should think twice before spending refund
With spring break swiftly approaching, thousands of students alike are greatly anticipating the first disbursement of student refund checks for 2013. The checks, which have begun to arrive at students’ doorsteps, have many on edge waiting for what some would refer to as “extra cash.” As the […]
Nutritional values would aid campus-wide health
Many students enjoy grabbing a bite to eat in the retail section of campus dining. They have just about everything from burritos and pizza to sandwiches and salads. Those who are more health-conscious may go for a salad or a sub, but it’s often hard to stick to […]
“9 Parts of Desire”: Magic of play lies in characters, set
Last semester, I wrote a preview for the play “9 Parts of Desire,” which opened on Feb. 6. Written by Heather Raffo and directed by Alysha Reller, it showcases the lives of nine Iraqi women spanning through the Gulf War to the Iraqi War. Ever since my interviews with the […]
Food, Film & Forum caters to AIDS awareness
According to the Aids Healthcare Foundation (AHF), HIV affects millions of people worldwide — those living with the autoimmune virus, their friends, families and partners. By educating yourself about HIV and AIDS, you can better guard your health and minimize the impact of living with the virus on yourself or […]
Bathroom messages inspire hope in hard times
I have always struggled to understand the “bathroom stall graffiti” phase. Like most things that seem to be exciting for everyone else, this one’s lost on me. I find myself asking questions like, “Can writing on a bathroom stall make a difference, and can it change someone’s life? […]
Remember the meaning of Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow, marking yet another holiday that has become less about the relationships we cherish, and more about material things. At its core, Valentine’s Day began as a day for people to spend time with their loved ones and show their appreciation for each other. Gifts were exchanged […]
Positive thoughts yield results
Words have magical powers. You want something? Just say it, believe it and you’ll get it. Not happy with how your life is right now? Wish you had a better job? Better grades? A better relationship? Just say it and believe it. It’s that simple. You can completely […]