Columnist shares a jovial poem
As the semester comes to a close, your thoughts may be drifting toward winter break. Unfortunately, before you head home for the holidays, you must first endure the dreaded finals…
Contradictions, paradoxes riddle networking giant
If you are one of the millions living in a world called the internet, perhaps you have encountered the beloved monster that is Facebook. Alright, more appropriately phrased, unless you…
Classrooms lack civility, professionalism
A few days past, I sat in a pensive state staring out the door of one of my classes, listening semi-intently about the injustices of the Jim Crow era. Thinking…
Columnist challenges peers to resist Facebook
After sitting down to think of a clever topic to cover in this week’s column, I will admit, I have checked my Facebook at least ten or more times. Not…
Classroom distractions neglect common courtesy, reveal flaws
Flipping through the channels last week, I happened across a rather intriguing story on the news. Turns out a math teacher, Donald Wood at McGavock High School in Tennessee, flipped…
Cell phone abuse across campus produces intolerance, irritation
If you look back at your life, it is likely that some of the best conversations you ever had were at a dining table, at home, at a friend’s house…
Various sidewalk travelers create apprehension
Have you ever found yourself dreading the walk to classes, not because you are not particularly looking forward to the class, but just the act of walking itself? Of course,…
Eavesdropping can be an educational experience
Ask anyone what their favorite day of the week is. Actually, don’t bother; of course they will answer Monday. Especially if the Monday in question is the first of a…