Category: Viewpoints

America’s pathological response to COVID-19

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

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

Real talk: advice to incoming freshman about eating habits

Let’s be real everyone, you are not prepared for what it truly means to be away from home for the first time as a college freshman. When you come to college, you have wide eyes and are overwhelmed with all the meal options: on-campus dining that includes both prepared meals and fast food options, surrounding… Continue reading Real talk: advice to incoming freshman about eating habits

Editorial

COVID-19 may be here for the foreseeable future, but it won’t be here forever. Even the Black Death, after wiping out over 300 million people, receded before finally being reduced to a rarity. We only ever hear about the Bubonic Plague anymore when some random hiker in Colorado catches it from a beaver, or some… Continue reading Editorial

Senior Farewell: Emily Wilson

I never imagined writing my senior farewell from my home in Lawrenceburg, but then again, my college experience has been full of things that I could have never imagined happening. UTM has given me one of the most enriching, eye-opening experiences. Four years ago, I came to UTM thinking that I would just go to… Continue reading Senior Farewell: Emily Wilson

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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

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

Coronavirus: how it’s affected Martin

The coronavirus has affected the economy in ways most people – especially college students – have never seen before. In the last few weeks, many businesses have had to make changes to their establishment. Schools, gyms, theaters, resorts and more have closed down completely across the United States. All schools in Weakley County, including UTM,… Continue reading Coronavirus: how it’s affected Martin