The Skyhawk football team had to battle rainy conditions Saturday night, but picked up their first Ohio Valley Conference win over the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles 31-17. With the win, the Skyhawks (2-2, 1-1 OVC) also took the early lead in the Sgt. York Trophy series, which is given to the best overall OVC school… Continue reading Skyhawks take down Tennessee Tech to secure first OVC win
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Column: Defining religion’s role in federal law
The First Amendment begins with “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion,” meaning religion cannot be the deciding factor on American laws such as marriage. The main issue with federal law and religion being intertwined is the fact that all Americans have religious freedom. If federal law followed a religion, which one… Continue reading Column: Defining religion’s role in federal law
Column: Stutter it out to overcome stigmas of speech
In today’s society, we are now trying to erase a variety of stigmas for physical and mental illnesses. We’re advocating for support against judgement on those with disabilities, whether it be for the lame, the depressed, the anxious, etc. While these disorders are worth fighting for, we must remember cognitive disorders, such as speech. According… Continue reading Column: Stutter it out to overcome stigmas of speech
Editorial: Wishing you a happy fall!
Since yesterday was the first day of autumn, The Pacer wants to wish everyone a happy fall! As the weather grows cooler, leaves start to spiral down and the nights get longer, fall is a season of many events happening not only on campus, but everywhere. Midterms are coming up and will be here before… Continue reading Editorial: Wishing you a happy fall!
Reasons to ‘Thank God It’s Thursday’
Get your popcorn and wine because ABC’s TGIT is officially back. Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal and How to Get Away with Murder the three hit shows from creator Shonda Rhimes return tonight at 8, 9 and 10 pm ET, respectively. ABC was able to successfully capitalize on the already wildly popular shows with #TGIT last year.… Continue reading Reasons to ‘Thank God It’s Thursday’
Column: Clinton raises eyebrows, issues, and questions
Presidential democratic candidate Hillary Clinton has been abuzz on the internet lately. She now knows how to post on Facebook, tweet her thoughts and properly use hashtags. The magic of the web is amazing, but is she really aware of the negative consequences it can bring? Clinton is a respectable woman and is a former… Continue reading Column: Clinton raises eyebrows, issues, and questions
Oregon community college shooting results in 10 dead, more than 20 wounded
A mass shooting on the campus of an Oregon community college on Thursday afternoon resulted in the deaths of 10 people. Police reported to CNN that the suspect in the shooting at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, Oregon was killed in a shootout with police following the attack. Officers from around Douglas County “engaged that suspect… Continue reading Oregon community college shooting results in 10 dead, more than 20 wounded
College Radio Day brings attention to campus radio stations across the U.S.
The fifth annual College Radio Day will be celebrated on Friday, Oct. 2. The goal of College Radio Day is to raise awareness of all the hundreds of great college radio stations across the United States. The idea behind College Radio Day is to encourage people who don’t normally listen to college radio stations to tune… Continue reading College Radio Day brings attention to campus radio stations across the U.S.
NASA discovers water on Mars
While it’s yet to be determined if there is actually life on Mars, we now know that if there is, it isn’t thirsty. On Monday, Sept. 28, NASA confirmed the discovery of liquid water flowing on the planet’s surface. “Our quest on Mars has been to ‘follow the water,’ in our search for life in… Continue reading NASA discovers water on Mars
The Pacer Vol. 88 No. 3 full issue
Pick up the Sept. 24, 2015 print issue of The Pacer from the conveniently located bins around campus.