Joe Eggers

14 Feb 2008

Candidates lack important quality

The race for the most powerful position in the United States is well under way. Through primaries and caucuses, four main candidates have set themselves up to become the next President of the United States. Hillary Rodham Clinton, John McCain, […]

13 Dec 2007

Columnist wishes for reunited bands this holiday season

Usually my column consists of a rant about a hot topic which has gotten me riled up and I use my column as an avenue to vent my frustrations. However, because this is the holiday season and this is my […]

29 Nov 2007

Democrats disappoint student

Before I get started, I feel like I should clarify a few things. First, I consider myself a liberal. I believe in individual rights and all the other idyllic baggage liberals carry along with them. This shouldn’t come as a […]

15 Nov 2007

In simple terms, here’s what Congress should accomplish in the coming year

Dear Congress, I’ve been a very good political participant this past year. I’ve followed politics, participated in the political process and even lobbied for more financial aid and better access to our colleges and universities. With the upcoming holiday season […]

08 Nov 2007

U.S. motives for war unclear

The United States’ key ally in the war on terrorism is facing its own domestic crisis. For the past few weeks, Pakistan has been battling civil unrest and disorder. The widespread protests are a result of the Pakistani Supreme Court’s […]

04 Oct 2007

Senate committees need better leaders

Student Senate has ignored student needs. By combining the Women’s Initiatives and Diversity Issues Committees into a single committee, the Senate has effectively told a significant number of students on campus that their issues are not that important to their […]

10 Nov 2006

Senate operates behind scenes

Student Senate works long and hard hours to represent the students of UWRF. However, this hard work is not all flash and controversy. Many of the senators and committees that work to ensure students across campus are represented do work behind the scenes.