Last month, UTM took a major hit when we learned that we would be losing our branch of the Army’s ROTC program. Needless to say, faculty, students and Martin residents just aren’t having it. UTM isn’t giving up the ROTC without a fight, which speaks volumes for how we in the city of Martin feel… Continue reading The Pacer wishes readers a happy Veterans Day
Category: Viewpoints
Importance: professional experience = class
In the list of the most important things to gain from college, professional experience isn’t one that I often hear from friends. Many students decide to attend college not for the experience, but so they can get a decent paying job when they graduate. However, how do students actually think they are going to… Continue reading Importance: professional experience = class
Response to the ‘street preachers’: An open letter to the Christians in Martin
If you didn’t see them, you probably heard them. Some of us stopped to observe. Some of us walked on by, with the sounds of accusation and anger ringing in our ears. They called themselves “street preachers.” They claimed to be Christians. They were very loud. They were sensational. They were extremely disturbing, and especially… Continue reading Response to the ‘street preachers’: An open letter to the Christians in Martin
Simple steps to strengthen a budding relationship
Dating is a topic that has many viewpoints and opinions. Some relationships may be similar, but they are never 100 percent the same. For this reason, advice can be given but, ultimately, the decision is up to you. No two relationships are identical. What may work for one couple, may be the opposite of what… Continue reading Simple steps to strengthen a budding relationship
Column: Tennessee loses legendary owner
In any professional sport it’s easy to point to a few individuals who changed the landscape of a team, city or state, but it’s hard to pinpoint any one man in any one sport that is responsible for more change than former Tennessee Titans owner Bud Adams. On Monday, Oct. 21, at the age of… Continue reading Column: Tennessee loses legendary owner
Column: Halloween Costumes on a budget
With Halloween right around the corner, everyone is desperately attempting to figure out what costume they will wear this year. Many ask, “How can I top last year’s costume without breaking the bank?” Never fear, I am here to share with you how to have a top-of-the-line Halloween costume without paying top-of-the-line costume prices. When… Continue reading Column: Halloween Costumes on a budget
Students trying to help should not have to fear the law
Imagine that you are underage and receive a call from a friend who has been drinking illegally and needs a sober ride. Should you be penalized for going to help those who are seeking it? If there is an emergency situation, should you have to fear legal and academic punishments before taking what you know… Continue reading Students trying to help should not have to fear the law
Phone apps can help with dangerous weather
The tornadoes that came across Northwest Tennessee on Oct. 5 served as a brief reminder that severe weather can surprise people at any moment. While there appeared to be issues with the campus emergency text messaging system that night, ultimately the responsibility of staying prepared for severe weather falls on the individual. There are many… Continue reading Phone apps can help with dangerous weather
The Pacer wishes students a happy Halloween
Halloween is almost one week away, and if you’re an American you either love it or hate it. For the sake of saving time, let’s assume that we are talking to those who love it, because we have nothing prepared for the folks who don’t. Halloween is a somewhat complex holiday, as it is a… Continue reading The Pacer wishes students a happy Halloween
Government shutdown is a learning experience
With so many social debates like gay marriage and legalization of marijuana gathering the usual amount of controversy and attention, we tend to forget that these issues are ultimately the decision of our government. Apparently, with issues like Syria, pot and civil rights keeping the government’s hands full, the government has finally become fed up… Continue reading Government shutdown is a learning experience