Religion’s usefulness limited in politics, grand scheme of life
I haven’t addressed the recent “gay rights vs. religion” debate in the Voice since Shawna Carpentier wrote her first column, and I guess it isn’t necessary. Enough has been said…
Personal fear important, national fear used to enslave
The American economy has been widely discussed, criticized and hotly debated over the last several months. It’s gotten to the point where even I am tired of hearing about the…
River Falls hotel construction to be completed in June
The Best Western hotel down the street from UW-River Falls is expected to be finished in less than two months. The three-story building, located on the corner of Cascade Avenue…
UWRF’s sustainability plans continue despite economic downturn
Green initiatives and sustainability plans are expected to remain in place at UW-River Falls, regardless of the economic downturn. The most important of these plans is the University’s mission to…
College experience provides insight into societal norms, fallacies
The situation I’m about to describe to you is a true story, and by true, I mean false. It never happened. But it would be funny if it did, and…
Gay, lesbian marriage requires equal respect
I am not known as a very outspoken person. I’m not a politician or an activist. I am not a member of any clubs, I donÕt march along with protests…
UWRF receives national online attention after student complaint
An entry in a political blog by a UW-River Falls student has called attention to alleged anti-Semitic comments made by professor Kiril Petkov in a session of History 101 on…
Existence due to religion or science uncertain
Just a few days ago, I was surfing the Web for some recent New York Times stories on education and I found one that really stood out. A guy named…
New UW-River Falls provost, CBE dean set to take office July 1
After searching for a formal provost and dean of the College of Business and Economics since last fall, UW-River Falls filled both of these key positions last week. The new…
More to extremism than harsh labels
Extremism is a problem that exists all over the world. It can take many different forms, and in most of them it is illogical and dangerous. There are pro-life extremists…