Making the Most of CareerFest at Shepherd University
In between studying for exams and maintaining a social life, college students must anticipate the reality of a life outside of the classroom. From early Read More
Category: Commentary
Cyber Security Threats to the United States: Are They Real?
I may not know much on the subject, but from what I do know, cyber security is a well paying career field because not many Read More
The Importance of Relay for Life
This April, Shepherd students will come together once again to raise money for the fight against cancer in the Relay for Life walk. For those Read More
The Importance Of Sexual Assault Prevention Week
Teal. A harmonious color that represents more than just what meets the eye; it is the nationally adopted color of sexual assault prevention. Teal ribbons, Read More
What is the “Real World?”
As a senior approaching graduation day at Shepherd, I have heard quite a bit about this notion of the “real world” lately. Many of us Read More
Shepherd University: Unexpected . . . Tuition Increases
Dark times are ahead Shepherd students. For those of you who are remaining at Shepherd University through the 2013 fall semester, expect some major financial Read More
Coping with Astronomical Anxiety: How Safe Are We?
The peculiarity of the Feb. 15 meteorite strike is still lingering in the public sphere. Radical Russian politicians are using the U.S. military as an Read More
Cat Scratch Fever over Internet Memes
In the past few years, an Internet phenomenon that has developed is the use of memes. An Internet meme is a form of distributing an Read More
Illegal Immigration and Our Public Schools
The United States has always been a country of immigrants. Therefore, there have been concerns about the arrival of immigrants to America and legislative action Read More
Free Speech and Education: An Examination of Common Sense
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the Read More
Shepherd Needs Healthier Vending Machine Options
Across campus Shepherd University’s vending machines are filled with unhealthy options. But with just a few changes, the choices could be more balanced. Whether it Read More
Showing Respect to Real Diversity: A Response to Cultural Acceptance
Recently, there was a school that caused uproar by saying “one nation under Allah” in the Pledge of Allegiance. The school also said the pledge Read More