Everybody likes an underdog

The story of the underdog is one that has unfolded throughout history and serves as a reminder of accomplishments that can come out of adversity, but what is it exactly about the dark horse that captures devotion? Take, for example, the Carolina Panthers. Despite their loss to the Denver Broncos in the Super Bowl, no… Continue reading Everybody likes an underdog

Why is race such an issue?

As everyone knows, February is Black History Month. Black History Month grew out of Negro History Week. Historian, Carter G. Woodson and several other prominent African Americans started Negro History Week in the 1920s on the second week in February between the birthdays of Fredrick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. In 1976, Negro History Week evolved… Continue reading Why is race such an issue?

‘Give Peace a Chance’

On Dec. 8, 1980, Mark David Chapman deprived the world of the life of one of the greatest, most influential musical talents of our time, John Lennon. Lennon had just completed a photo shoot with Annie Leibovits for Rolling Stone magazine and what would be his last interview for a San Francisco radio show. Right… Continue reading ‘Give Peace a Chance’

Editorial: Happy Holidays and may the curve be ever in your favor

As finals week approaches, we at The Pacer would like to wish everyone good luck during finals week and a happy winter break. Keep an eye out for several events on campus. We’re now finishing up the last week of classes, and that means only one thing: finals week. During this week, check The Hub online or the UTM… Continue reading Editorial: Happy Holidays and may the curve be ever in your favor

Benefits of travel study

Every student at UTM, regardless of their major, must take at least one foreign language class. Those of you who have already taken one will be familiar with the professor trying to sell you on a trip to another country. It sounds scary; you don’t know the language or the culture. You may not have… Continue reading Benefits of travel study