Cristy Brusoe

02 Apr 2009

Internet dating a legitimate way to meet significant other, friends

Traditional meeting “singles” methods are being thrown out the window. Less often do you see or experience successful couples who have meet in school, at work or at the bar. There is a stereotype that meeting your significant other online […]

02 Apr 2009

Safety in River Falls crosswalks still a concern for UWRF students

Close calls on Cascade Avenue and a death on Main Street have left students questioning the safety of UW-River Falls crosswalks. In 2000, a five-person committee came together to identify a clear policy on where to provide crosswalks on North […]

26 Mar 2009

Thrift stores offer inexpensive, limitless fun

Think of a place. A place where you can find purple and neon green striped overalls, toilet seats galore, a Power Rangers plate. A place that you can wander for hours, perusing over other’s recyclables and ultimately, making them your […]

05 Mar 2009

Search for internships remains unfruitful

It’s been four weeks now. I still haven’t found the internship that suits me. I started early, in hopes of putting myself out there and showing my eagerness to work in the field. I sent out 10 e-mails the first […]

26 Feb 2009

Century College students given time-out

After one of my classes was canceled late after registration began, I decided that I’d quick pick up a class at Century College. Small Group Communication was the course, mainly because it fit into one of the requirements of my […]

19 Feb 2009

Smoking ban necessary on campus

What makes UW-River Falls unique? What makes us stand out from the rest? What makes this campus different? What benefits does this school provide that others don’t? These are all questions you should be considering if you care about this […]

05 Feb 2009

Facebook attracts older generations, parents

Your mom has requested to add you as a friend on Facebook. Yes, it is a reality. Have you noticed it as well? I, like most college students and teens, check my Facebook routinely throughout the day. A few weeks […]

09 Oct 2008

Opinions remain unspoken on UWRF campus

6:45 appears upon my clock in bright neon-green numbers. I struggle, tossing and turning, to make it out of bed and up the stairs. By 7:08 I’m pulling out of the driveway and starting my 30 minute trek towards school. […]