Editor-in-Chief’s advice to freshman
By Brianna Wallen Editor-in-Chief It feels like yesterday I was packing up my whole life and loading everything I owned into a car. Now, three years later, I’m sitting at my desk
Tips from one transfer student to another
By Valentina Toro Managing Editor Transferring to a new college can feel like starting over. You are not necessarily new to college, but you are new to the campus, the people and
Editor-in-chief says goodbye
In a position like this, mistakes are expected, and growth comes through learning from them. Over time, I came to understand the importance of extending myself that same grace, even in moments
‘Why Your New Year’s Resolution Sucks’
Jessica Pellegrino – General Assignment Reporter It is that time of year again. Everyone you know just took an unrealistic pledge to perform some sort of unachievable goal, based entirely because of a month
False Claims in Republican Debate
Jessica Pellegrino – General Assignment Reporter The Republican presidential candidates met in Milwaukee in November for their fourth presidential debate. During these debates, it seems there is an increasingly popular trend of candidates making
Op-Ed: Hijacked Religion Harms all Muslims
Emine Gul Demir – Special to the Southern News After holding the door to Engleman Hall for a fellow classmate, I overheard a heart-breaking conversation. “Don’t expect me to say thank you to
Paris Attacks shared through Periscope app updates
Max Bickley – General Assignment Reporter The attacks in Paris will not be forgotten. It was another tragedy which shook the world once again– left many dead– but even more in shock and awaiting
Starbucks red cup: caffeine holder causing controversy
Jessica Pellegrino – General Assignment Reporter To some, a cup is just a paper vessel that holds their jolt. For others, apparently, a cup could be a symbol for anarchy, and everything that is
Anonymous exposes alleged KKK members in mass list
Tyler Korponai – Photo Editor The 20th century was a turbulent time for America, and with good reason. So much activity happened that reshaped the landscape; as a people, we reevaluated our position and
Students share thoughts on upcoming Harry Potter sequel stage play
Max Bickley – General Assignment Reporter Nearly 20 years ago, the world received its first taste of the wonderful and magical world of “Harry Potter.” Now after seven books, three spin-off books, eight movies,
The word ‘fat’ is not an insult
Jessica Pellegrino – General Assignment Reporter I remember the first time I called myself ‘fat’ in front of my boyfriend. His face turned red and he began sputtering nonsense about how I am beautiful
Extroverts and Introverts in the classroom
Max Bickley – General Assignment Reporter There is rarely a first day of class, be it in high school or freshman year of college, where there is not some form of an “ice-breaker” activity
White Privilege Response: a real matter not “figment of imagination”
Jene Thomas – News Editor Race is such a controversial talking point because everyone is going to have a different perspective on it. While some claim racism is over and done with, others will