Call it a new trend: parents are disciplining their children on social media, and it’s safe to say we’re all sick of it. Since the beginning of time, the idea that parents know what’s best for their child has been the golden rule. Everybody, from the U.S. Supreme Court to the next door neighbor, would… Continue reading Stop bullying your kid(s) on social media
Category: Viewpoints
Terrorism and religious links don’t mix together
The bombings that occurred in New York and New Jersey on Saturday caused a deal of pandemonium, along with a further debate on religious beliefs and links to terrorism. Since the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, many Americans have easily linked terrorism to and caused mass fear toward the Islamic religion. Although there are news… Continue reading Terrorism and religious links don’t mix together
First presidential debate exactly as advertised
The first presidential debate of the 2016 election was billed as possibly the most momentous evening in American politics and it certainly delivered in some sense. Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton faced off in the first of a series of three such sparring matches scheduled for this fall, attacking each other on past statements and… Continue reading First presidential debate exactly as advertised
Fifteen years of hope and remembrance
Fifteen years ago this past Sunday, the United States was hit with a series of terrorist attacks by al-Qaeda in New York, Virginia and Pennsylvania. Nineteen terrorists took over four planes, two crashing into the World Trade Center’s two towers in New York City, one crashing into the western side of the Pentagon in Arlington… Continue reading Fifteen years of hope and remembrance
Trump donation scam worries contributors
It’s presidential election time, and even the rich need money. It’s well known that support pages for presidential candidates exist and are used regularly. In most cases, just like anything bought online, there is usually a cancellation option. However, on Donald Trump’s support page, you cannot remove your credit card information, you can only update… Continue reading Trump donation scam worries contributors
University of Chicago says goodbye to trigger warnings
The University of Chicago has recently released a letter to incoming freshmen blatantly telling the new students how the university will no longer censor any information that may be traumatic to students. “Our commitment to academic freedom means that we do not support so-called ‘trigger warnings,’” wrote John Ellison, the university’s dean of students. Ellison… Continue reading University of Chicago says goodbye to trigger warnings
Concealed carry may help protect campus
On July 1, 2016, a new law allowing full time faculty and staff, who are not enrolled as a student in any courses on campus, to carry a concealed handgun on campus took effect. It is a safety precaution, but it truly does benefit every student on campus. It seems that every time the television is… Continue reading Concealed carry may help protect campus
‘Rate My Professor’ may not be as reliable as thought
As students add classes to their schedules, it’s nice to know who is worth the 5o minutes of class time and who isn’t. After coming across a selection of names, some students then log on to “Rate My Professor” online to get the dish on how each professor lectures, gives homework, conducts tests, etc. From… Continue reading ‘Rate My Professor’ may not be as reliable as thought
The Soybean Festival hype is here
With the Soybean Festival right around the corner, it’s no wonder why everyone is excited. Since 1994, the Tennessee Soybean Festival has been providing entertainment, live music, vendors and more for Northwest Tennessee residents, celebrating the common bond in agriculture. It has have even earned itself the title of “largest tourist event in the City… Continue reading The Soybean Festival hype is here
Soybean to charge for performances
Students know it’s the beginning of the fall semester when the Soybean Festival opens. This year, as per usual, the Soybean Festival will start August 23 through September 11. Though the festival will offer the same type of vendors and entertainment, one thing will change: most music performances will require ticket purchases. Ever since the… Continue reading Soybean to charge for performances