When you think about Christmas movies, there are hundreds of animated movies about reindeer and getting snowed in that have been tailor made to jump into your mind. Some may argue that these commercialized caricatures of forced sentimentality distract from the real reason for the season and I have to agree. All that these repetitious… Continue reading Why ‘Die Hard’ is the essential Christmas movie
A statement against SGA S.R. 1704 and S.R. 1708 that will allow students to carry firearms on campus from the Black Student Association
Many students were horrified to learn that a group of Senators in our Student Government had introduced resolutions that would misleadingly claim that students wanted to be able to carry guns on campus. Both resolutions have come as an unwelcome surprise to students and they showcase the lack of transparency and communication that has been… Continue reading A statement against SGA S.R. 1704 and S.R. 1708 that will allow students to carry firearms on campus from the Black Student Association
What the Liberal Position on Guns and Mass Shootings Ought to Be
As a student of philosophy and English at the University of Tennessee at Martin, I tend to do a lot of thinking. I am neither a liberal nor a conservative, but I am interested in finding the truth. There is something which has bothered me in the discussion about gun control and mass shootings that… Continue reading What the Liberal Position on Guns and Mass Shootings Ought to Be
There is WONDER in us all
What does it mean to be normal? Is it having nice, expensive clothes? Wearing make-up? Being skinny? Having the perfect body shape? The truth is, none of that stuff really matters. You do not have to be “normal” to be accepted. August Pullman (the main character in the movie Wonder) was an ordinary fifth grader… Continue reading There is WONDER in us all
Art exhibit features difficult themes
On Tuesday, Nov. 14, the UTM Fine Arts Building held a student art exhibit featuring fellow students Brendaynn Triplett and Becca Toungette. Toungette’s work, which ranged from poems and paintings to some sculptures, centered all around her theme “Nocturnal.” When asked about the inspiration behind her exhibit, she said, “The inspiration behind my exhibit is… Continue reading Art exhibit features difficult themes
Empty Bowls event nearly doubles previous year’s donation
On Nov. 18, the UTM Fine Arts Building played host to the fourteenth annual Empty Bowls charity event. Empty Bowls was started by Professor David McBeth as a way to raise money for We-Care Ministries to help feed those in Martin that are unable afford food. Since October, McBeth and over 30 volunteers, at various… Continue reading Empty Bowls event nearly doubles previous year’s donation
Nov. 16 SGA Senate highlights
After several dramatic weeks within the student government, things were relatively quiet at senate Thursday night. With many senators absent because of other university obligations, the senators who were there had no conflict or debate in passing proposed legislation. This legislation included a resolution supporting the proposed new mission statement written by David Barber, which… Continue reading Nov. 16 SGA Senate highlights
Public school vs. private school debate depends on variable factors
In the United States, there has been an age-long debate over whether public schools or private schools are better for children. What both of these types of education have in common is that both serve the same purpose of preparing students for higher education. College is the end goal no matter what type of educational… Continue reading Public school vs. private school debate depends on variable factors
Creative Corner: Bryce Martin
Bryce Martin is a fifth year senior and musician at UTM. Martin is known for openly sharing his love for music and bringing a tune with him wherever he goes. He opened up about his experience of being a student, musician, and where his love for music all started. “I got Guitar Hero III for Christmas when… Continue reading Creative Corner: Bryce Martin
Words and how intent, literal meaning apply
The topic of freedom of speech, especially the First Amendment, has become an extremely pressing issue over the last few years. In the age of social media, it seems that anything that is said is being recorded, monitored and critiqued. Now more than ever, it is important to decipher the intent and context of what… Continue reading Words and how intent, literal meaning apply