Staff awarded Chancellor’s Excellence awards
Chancellor Dean Van Galen announced the 2012 recipients of the academic and classified staff Chancellor’s Excellence awards
Late night Irish adventures plentiful at the Black Box
In January I traveled to Ireland. I showed the Irish just how ineffective I was at socializing with women.
Jason Lewis to speak at UW-River Falls
Jason Lewis, the host of the nationally syndicated Jason Lewis Show, will be speaking at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 20 in the Kinnickinnic Theater at the University Center. The…
Christian athletes balance many aspects of life
Two different groups that I have experienced in my life that emphasize the support of community and being there for each other are sports teams and Christian groups.
Guest speakers come to UW-River Falls to talk about free speech
Three guest speakers will come to UW-River Falls for a non-partisan open panel discussion on academic free speech at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25 in the Kinnickinnic Theater. This…
Presidential debates fail to provide real ideas to voters
When considering the way the debates are run now, it is surprising that so many people would watch two grown men work so hard at not answering questions directed at…
Voter identification potential form of modern discrimination
Apart from selecting a presidential candidate, Minnesotans will also be voting on two potential amendments to the state constitution. The marriage amendment has been getting a lot of attention in…
Local elections, professional life equally important for UWRF students
The very first question in the last presidential debate on Oct. 16 had to do with college students facing a bleak job market after they graduate. It’s clear that higher…
Obama helps students
Mark your calendar right now. Vote on Nov. 6 for Obama.
Columbus Day observed not celebrated
I am writing in response to Cristin Dempsey’s piece, “Columbus Day celebration lacks enthusiasm in United States.” For many people, Columbus Day is a painful day of remembrance. Christopher Columbus’…
