Tag: christmas

Another semester gone: Congratulate yourselves, Skyhawks

It never fails that each semester seems to pass by quicker and quicker. This week is the last week of classes. For some of us, the last time we will sit in a classroom and take notes from our favorite professors or (in the case of some) awkwardly shift in our seats because we didn’t… Continue reading Another semester gone: Congratulate yourselves, Skyhawks

Cancel conspicuous capitalism this Christmas

I have always found it strange that one of the pivotal holy days of a religion that promotes denial of self, charity and universal hope has come to take on such a profoundly materialistic character. People have always given gifts and shopped at market during Advent, the time leading up to Christmas, but it is… Continue reading Cancel conspicuous capitalism this Christmas

A lit Martin Christmas

Everything is merry and bright in Martin during the holiday season; the city has been decorated with Christmas lights and garland, and students are finishing up the semester just in time for the holidays. While the stress of finals has dominated the campus atmosphere, there are plenty of festive activities happening in the community for… Continue reading A lit Martin Christmas

It’s the most stressful season of all

We’re here folks, finals week is next week and Christmas is right around the corner. But before we can enjoy the holiday break, we first must slay the dragon at the end of the road – final exams.  For some, this current week and the next will be tedious, exhausting and ever so stressful.  For others,… Continue reading It’s the most stressful season of all

How to avoid the holiday fluff this winter

With winter quickly approaching, many thoughts and efforts toward staying in shape are slowly diminishing. Gym membership utilization is decreasing and diets are broken for grubbing up at holiday feasts. Of course, the new year will usher in a new round of resolutions to lose weight, but is that really the best option? Maybe instead… Continue reading How to avoid the holiday fluff this winter