Fundraiser leads to the belittlement of teachers
I was eating at a McDonald’s in Kenosha, Wis. before my sister’s basketball game last Saturday when my mother suddenly became upset.
Zimride potential rideshare opportunity for UWRF
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Consumer Expenditures Report, the average American household spent $8,293 on transportation in 2011. After housing expenses, transportation accounts for the largest annual…
UW-River Falls on verge of becoming tobacco-free campus
UW-River Falls is now one signature away from becoming a tobacco-free campus. Both Student and Faculty Senate have passed recommendations that UWRF become tobacco-free. Now the measure sits before Chancellor…
Children learn proper dining etiquette
Tables set for fine dining and a three-course meal catered by the Sodexo catering crew was a terrific way to teach the children of Big Brothers Big Sisters about proper…
Freedom isn’t free
Nov. 11, 2012, was a great day for me. I had the opportunity to watch a professional football game which clearly honored the sacrifice of American Veterans. Thousands of people…
Winter fashion in full swing at UWRF
I bit the bullet this week and confronted my fears of approaching people. The truth is, I feel totally creepy when I just walk up to someone I don’t know…
Weird dreams, creepy late-night texters lead to less sleep
Typically, my dreams are filled with action, suspense, drama and all sorts of sexiness. But on occasion, a clown comes running at me, wielding a giant butcher knife.
New Falcon Center set to impress
Expectations of University officials for the new Falcon Center Athletic complex are high as the project continues to take steps toward a 2016 completion date.
Teddy bear round up games set for Dec. 1
On Saturday, Dec. 1, the Falcon Athletic Department will host a Teddy Bear Roundup at four home events.
Older women don’t appreciate ‘cougar’ title
Meow. This week’s column is dedicated to a particular type of feline: cougars. Any close friend of mine knows I’ve been 13-going-on-30 since my preteen years. This desire to be…