Alright guys, we get it; Valentine’s Day sucks. But it doesn’t have to be bad … well, as bad as usual for single, party-poopers, like myself. Anyone who has recently looked at a calendar, or has been within an audible distance of a couple, has unfortunately realized that Valentine’s Day is near. And yes, I… Continue reading Party-Pooper weighs in on Valentine’s Day
Category: Viewpoints
Beretta’s move to Tennessee good for state
Recently, Italian gun maker Beretta decided to set up shop in Tennessee. The company made the announcement Wednesday, Jan. 29. This is by far one of the best things that has happened to our state lately. Upon the completion of the plant, 300 new jobs will be created. With an unemployment rate of more than… Continue reading Beretta’s move to Tennessee good for state
Column: Possible player unions would shake up college athletics
If you hate the idea of college players being paid, then you are definitely going to hate this. In a historic move by a group of Northwestern football players, led by former quarterback Kain Colter, the group is attempting to create a union. This is the full statement released by the players on Jan. 28.… Continue reading Column: Possible player unions would shake up college athletics
Valentine’s in the East: Christmas and White Day in Japan
Love is in the air and guys are making last-minute plans to woo their loved-ones. And with that I’ve been asked a lot recently just how different is Valentine’s Day is in Japan and how it differs from the West. With that let’s get the boring lesson out of the way first. In Japan, Valentine’s… Continue reading Valentine’s in the East: Christmas and White Day in Japan
Column: Sports Editor takes on lack of attendance
Recently, The Pacer launched its own blog, Voice It!. I wrote the first post on this blog and I put together a list of three things I think new Athletic Director Julio Freire should focus on. Number one on that list, increasing student attendance at games. Anyone who has been around me the past year… Continue reading Column: Sports Editor takes on lack of attendance
Legalizing marijuana would boost national economy
Let’s face it, there’s no reason the United States government shouldn’t legalize marijuana. Let me make this clear upfront, I don’t smoke marijuana now, nor will I ever. However, no matter what your stance on the topic is, you can’t deny there is money to be gained from the legalization of it. We are literally… Continue reading Legalizing marijuana would boost national economy
Social media trend encourages positive self-image
One of the latest trends in American culture, the selfie, is often ridiculed as a symbol of narcissism. However, for many people, a selfie is a way of not only improving one’s self esteem, but helping a person find their identity. As social media continues to evolve and become part of our daily culture, new… Continue reading Social media trend encourages positive self-image
The Pacer recommends student travel
If you’re from the Weakley County area, UTM is an awfully convenient way to get an education without the hassle of moving out. But what’s the plan after graduation? Are you going to stay and work in the area, or begin your adventure elsewhere? As a student at UTM, why not take this opportunity and… Continue reading The Pacer recommends student travel
The Pacer welcomes readers back to UTM
The spring semester is finally under way and seniors are preparing for their final semester at UTM. Of course, if you’ve been anywhere in Tennessee this past week, the spring season couldn’t come sooner, classes or no classes. This state hasn’t had weather this bad in quite a while, which may understandably discourage student attendance… Continue reading The Pacer welcomes readers back to UTM
I’ve begun 2014 as I mean to go on
It’s that “resolution” time of year — time to see if any of us can keep all the well-intended resolutions we may have made on New Year’s Day. I have never been skilled in keeping resolutions. I have always been, however, incredibly talented in hauling around suitcases of guilt when I didn’t keep my resolutions,… Continue reading I’ve begun 2014 as I mean to go on