As journalists, even in the smallest capacity, there is always a temptation to shrink away from the hard questions. There is a temptation to toe the line, to not question one side or the other when their conduct is egregious. This is especially the case when one finds themselves writing in the greatest period of… Continue reading America’s pathological response to COVID-19
Category: Columns
The death of RBG and the shattering of the American republic
If you haven’t heard by now, then there is a good chance that you live under a rock or in a fallout bunker hidden away from civilization: Ruth Bader Ginsburg has died. The stalwart liberal justice of the Supreme Court, who spent 27 years on the highest bench in the land, died of complications due… Continue reading The death of RBG and the shattering of the American republic
NHL playoffs update: Round one
Vegas Golden Knights (1) vs. Chicago Blackhawks (5) The three-year old Vegas Golden Knights franchise dispatched the Chicago Blackhawks in five games, taking down the former central division powerhouse 4-3 in game five. Chicago’s captain center Jonathan Towes took the lead for the Blackhawks in their last stand, giving the team a 1-0 lead early… Continue reading NHL playoffs update: Round one
Taking a look back at UTM’s last NFL draft pick Montori Hughes
For as great of a football program that UTM has, it’s rare to see any Skyhawks taken in any round of the NFL draft. While some Skyhawks are signed post-draft as free agents, with the 2020 signing of wide receiver (WR) Jaylon Moore to the Baltimore Ravens being an example, NFL teams tend to save… Continue reading Taking a look back at UTM’s last NFL draft pick Montori Hughes
Don’t let this virus steal your gains
Due to recent coronavirus-related events, the Church of Iron, also known as collectively as gyms, are closed for business until further notice. The temporary loss of the gym is a tragedy, especially to those who depend on it for physical activity. However, COVID-19 doesn’t have to steal all of your hard earned gains. You can… Continue reading Don’t let this virus steal your gains
Students set alternate graduation plans
COVID-19 has greatly affected UTM in many ways. UTM has not only canceled in-person classes for the rest of the semester, but has also canceled in-person commencement, which was planned for May 2. Graduation will be rescheduled for a later date, which will be announced in the future. UTM Chancellor Dr. Keith Carver has said… Continue reading Students set alternate graduation plans
Living near an empty campus
While the city of Martin is a bit more lively as a result of the public health crisis known as COVID-19, mainly at grocery stores, the same can’t be said for the town’s public university. UTM was a victim of the COVID-19 crisis as the potentially lethal disease sent shockwaves across the world. Not only… Continue reading Living near an empty campus
Opinion of the Day: The view from back home
Corona-mania grips the nation. By the time you’re reading this, you will have already heard that UT system schools have been shuttered for the rest of the semester. More concerning, and of more immediate importance to the student body now is the condition of neighborhood grocery stores back home. Sorry to say, my own experience… Continue reading Opinion of the Day: The view from back home
Weekly Viewpoints: O muh-muh-muh-my, coronavirus
Well, this week has been a rather dramatic chapter in the coronavirus saga. We started this week as a relatively normal return after spring break, and we are ending it as temporary online students with UTM closed for three weeks. Across the country, things aren’t looking much better. Coronavirus has spread to 47 states as… Continue reading Weekly Viewpoints: O muh-muh-muh-my, coronavirus
Opinion of the Day: Trump’s make or break moment is now
If the incumbent president loses reelection in Nov., we will have one person to blame: Donald J. Trump. For several days now, congressional Democrats led by Sen. Chuck Schumer have been asking the President to declare a national emergency in response to coronavirus. Up until this point, the administration has been reluctant to do so.… Continue reading Opinion of the Day: Trump’s make or break moment is now