Islamophobia in 2017

Andrew Oliver Staff Writer No matter who or where you ask, Islamophobia will be a serious issue. Whether it’s those who actually fear Muslim people in America and abroad, or those who believe it’s an irrational phenomenon that needs to be stopped, Islamophobia has become an important issue to Americans everywhere. The current wave of Islamophobia in the United States is a direct result of … Continue reading Islamophobia in 2017

National Parks: Turning Against the Public

Kaetlyn Dembkoski Staff Writer  Since his inauguration, President Trump’s most recent endeavors have been to remove previous laws. These include the Johnson Amendment regulating election campaign donations, preventing particular people from entering the country, as well as set his plans for a wall between America and Mexico with full force forward. The results of these plans have left our United States less united, and thus … Continue reading National Parks: Turning Against the Public

An Atheist in the south: a story of difference

Brianna Wilson Staff Writer   I can remember being about seven or eight years old. I was at school, and one of my classmates asked me if I was a Christian. I answered yes because I could remember thinking there weren’t any other options. I didn’t know there were more choices. I was born in Greensboro, North Carolina at the Women’s Hospital, just a few … Continue reading An Atheist in the south: a story of difference

Super Bowl LI in Review featuring disappointment and bitterness

Sarah Swindell Opinions Editor   The Super Bowl has always been an American holiday of sorts in my eyes. A true cultural event that should be honored with a bank holiday the Monday after. That way we all can sleep the festivities off, and the mourn our losses or celebrate our victories. It would make everyone’s lives a bit easier. Personally, I have not missed … Continue reading Super Bowl LI in Review featuring disappointment and bitterness

MEN AND SEXUAL RESPONSIBILITY

Zackary Wiggins Staff Writer The male’s accountability in regards to heterosexual sexual encounters goes beyond the condom.  Pertaining just to straight men, the accountability that they have, which is often overlooked, is crucial to their own health and that of their sexual partners. While condoms are one of the best ways to prevent STDs and unwanted pregnancy, sexual accountability doesn’t stop there.   We need … Continue reading MEN AND SEXUAL RESPONSIBILITY

I’m waiting for a Pence presidency

Sarah Swindell   Staff Writer   It feels like I am swearing when I say, “President of the United States Donald Trump”. It hurts my heart to think about it, but it’s a reality I cannot deny any longer.  It has not even been long since the inauguration of President Trump, and already the presidency is in hot water. From the blatant lies about trivial … Continue reading I’m waiting for a Pence presidency

Womanhood in 2017

Brianna Wilson   Staff Writer   Everyone knows what you are talking about when you utter the phrase “50s housewife.” You can picture the perfectly styled hair, the perfect dress, and all the way down to the perfectly manicured nails. There are probably two or three children close by. She may be vacuuming or cooking dinner, waiting patiently for the return of her husband from … Continue reading Womanhood in 2017

Is Black History Month History?

Antonio Rivera   Staff Writer Back in elementary school, when my classmates and I would walk into class at the beginning of the day, there would always be a small passage and questions about an important black figure in history every day for the month of February. This method used by my teachers allowed for everyone in the class, no matter what race, to be … Continue reading Is Black History Month History?

Fast Food Frenzy: The Addiction to Convenience

Kaetlyn Dembkoski Staff Writer Imagine you are walking down the street, on a road trip, right after class. Your stomach growls and your eyes are drawn immediately to the neon bright lights and the appeasing trait of getting sustenance quickly. You walk in, order, and walk out with a bag of burgers, tacos, or even chicken wings. The accessibility as well as the convenience of … Continue reading Fast Food Frenzy: The Addiction to Convenience

Trump and the Media

Andrew Oliver   Staff Writer   In the world of American politics, one is aware of the importance that our independent media plays in the political process. Leaders usually try to befriend the media, to use it to their advantage as a tool by which to accomplish their goals. Newly-elected president Donald Trump does the opposite. During his campaign he assailed publications such as the … Continue reading Trump and the Media