Opinion

Baby, It’s Cold Outside: How to Warm Up to the Holidays

For many, the day after Thanksgiving marks the beginning of Christmas. It finally becomes socially acceptable to engage in all activities synonymous with the holidays. I like to hang up the lights, put Elf on repeat and sip Latin hot cocoa while I plan my visit home. The time is also when I begin to create all of the gifts ... Read More »

Civic Engagement – Letter to the Editor

Just when it seems that the voice of the people matters no more, Senator Julie Lassa reminded me and my students that such skepticism ignores the everyday practice of civic engagement. On Nov. 27, Sen. Lassa delivered a forthright and engaging lecture to my ANTH 339-Native Cultures of North America class. Senator Lassa, a University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point alumna, ... Read More »

The London Underground

Carolyn Matthews cmatt185@uwsp.edu Before coming to London I had heard of the London Underground. Everyone has heard of the London Underground. In my mind this famous form of public transportation was a damp cavernous tunnel system only to be attempted with a backpack containing enough food for a few days and a sleeping bag. As a girl from a small ... Read More »

Everyone is Busier than You – Commentary

Somewhere between now and high school, boasting about busyness has moved up the fad ladder. Somehow, having no free time available has become a translation for success, and we wear said success like a badge of honor, challenging anyone who is seemingly competing for said badge. Homework? I have more. Exercising? I don’t have enough time to. You wake up ... Read More »

The 10 Most Important Things I Learned in College, Part II

Few will deny that college is a time of personal growth and self- discovery. During this brief window of opportunity, our constant exposure to new people, beliefs and viewpoints allows us to get a better idea of not only who we are, but also who we want to be. Not surprisingly, the road to personal enlighten is fraught with countless ... Read More »

The 10 Most Important Things I Learned in College, Part II

Kyle Florence kflor654@uwsp.edu Few will deny that college is a time of personal growth and self- discovery. During this brief window of opportunity, our constant exposure to new people, beliefs and viewpoints allows us to get a better idea of not only who we are, but also who we want to be. Not surprisingly, the road to personal enlighten is ... Read More »

The 10 Most Important Things I Learned in College, Part I

Few will deny that college is a time of personal growth and self- discovery. During this brief window of opportunity, our constant exposure to new people, beliefs, and viewpoints allows us to get a better idea of not only who we are, but also who we want to be. Not surprisingly, the road to personal enlightenment is fraught with countless ... Read More »

A Blueprint for Success – Commentary

As the World Series approaches, St. Louis Cardinals and Boston Red Sox fans eagerly wait to celebrate, while the 28 other teams’ fans wonder why it wasn’t their year. Brewers fans haven’t tasted World Series action since the 1982 season, when they lost to the Cardinals in seven games. Milwaukee’s front office would be wise to look over how the ... Read More »

The 10 Most Important Things I Learned in College, Part I

Kyle Florence kflor654@uwsp.edu Few will deny that college is a time of personal growth and self- discovery. During this brief window of opportunity, our constant exposure to new people, beliefs, and viewpoints allows us to get a better idea of not only who we are, but also who we want to be. Not surprisingly, the road to personal enlightenment is ... Read More »

There Are No “Blurred Lines”

Mary Marvin mmarv339@uwsp.edu Recently, schools in Europe have banned the song “Blurred Lines” from their campuses. I think that’s absolutely wonderful and we should consider doing the same. Let me tell you why. Robin Thicke’s “Blurred Lines” is admittedly catchy, however, it’s also a sleazy song that spreads a terrible message. People are in a tizzy over the song and ... Read More »