Opinion

Facial hair exists for three reasons: to keep a man warm, to make a man look powerful, and to give those without facial hair something to revere. You don’t have to be an athlete to grow a beard. You could be sitting in a recliner with Old Style running down your whiskered chin and nacho cheese drizzled all over your ... Read More »

Remember, remember the fifth of November… and so I shall. The Fifth of November, better known as Guy Fawkes Day or Bonfire Night, is celebrated throughout London each year in celebration of the foiled plot to blow up Parliament by Guy Fawkes in 1605. I had the fortunate opportunity to participate in the festivities this past Monday night with others ... Read More »

What’s the cost of tobacco?  It’s hard to tell exactly, but I see plenty of indicators. When I had virus-related bronchitis last year, even a little secondhand smoke, inhaled on the way to class, could set off 10, 15 or even 30 minutes of intermittent hacking, often when I tried to lead class discussion or explain assignments. What’s the cost ... Read More »

We live in a world where fashion is a gateway to expression. Trends change and, in some aspects, are completely recycled. In honor of “No Shave November,” I dressed this month’s column in what women really think about facial hair. As I made my way around campus to speak to women, I found that most don’t seem to have an ... Read More »

Saturday Morning I found myself wondering what I had volunteered for as I sat on a bus that was bouncing its way to Fort McCoy. Myself and about 50 other students had signed up for a one credit course, sponsored by ROTC, called Joint Field Training Exercise. Upon arrival we stood in line in squads we had been divided into, ... Read More »

Similarities to Wisconsin’s recent political atmosphere loomed at a demonstration held on Saturday, October 20th, 2012 in London. Students along with union members and union sympathizers gathered outside the University of London Union (ULU) in Bloomsbury to protest the recent cuts in welfare and education as part of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) demonstration for “A Future that Works.” Pamphlets ... Read More »

Some of you might be like me, coming into this election season not quite sure who you’re going to vote for. That’s why debates are so crucial. They’re not a deciding factor by any means (research should be your deciding factor), but debates allow you to get a glimpse into who the candidates are, behind the rehearsed speeches and ugly ... Read More »

When I was a kid I thought going to a ballgame was the best thing in the world. Nothing really tops the feeling of walking into a cathedral of athletic prowess and watching the best athletes in the world showcase their craft in front of thousands of people. I still think going to a ballgame is one of the greatest ... Read More »

I hope your semester is off to a safe and successful start! One of my roles as Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs is to provide you with vital information about your health and safety. I encourage you to learn more and use caution, especially late at night. Some basic safety tips are: –Always walk with a group of friends, especially ... Read More »

Welcome back students (and vandals and thieves). The teacher in me looks forward to the return of students to campus each year, but the homeowner in me dreads it. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights we can expect to be woken up by loud groups of students returning home from house parties and bars, some of whom will urinate in ... Read More »