Personally I believe that education should not be viewed as a means to an end; rather, it should be considered an end in itself. Not many people share that view with me. The typical answer to “why did you decide to attend college?” is that …
Students deserve class variety
I’ve spent much of my free time these past few weeks researching internships for the upcoming summer ó it seems premature, I know, but many applications are actually due in November. Surprise! The barrier I keep butting up against for these internships is not that …
What’s in Style? Denial.
I’m pretty big on keeping up with the latest trends and fads. For example, I saw the current legging trend coming in 1992 when I sported my first pair of florally-adorned stretchy pants. As someone who is fully enveloped by the now, I can tell …
“Catfish” reveals reality of online relationships
When Nev first saw Megan, he thought she was beautiful. The first time he heard her play piano, he told her she sounded like a professional. After they stayed up full nights talking, Nev would later confess to his brother that he thought he was …
Preview of fall play Iphegnia and Other Daughters
This weekend the department of Theatre and Dance will present a unique Fall production, “Iphigenia and Other Daughters.” The production is a combined retelling of three classic Greek plays, “Iphigenia at Aulis,” “Electra” and “Iphigenia at Tauris.” “Iphigenia and Other Daughters” brings a contemporary perspective …
Out in October activities celebrated locally and globally
Monday marked National Coming Out Day, a globally recognized civil awareness day in order to promote coming out and foster discussion about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer issues. The day was recognized many places throughout the world, with activities ranging from rallies and speeches …