Leadership is a topic that we don’t talk about enough on this campus. There are scholarships given to students who show leadership – in high school. Students are encouraged to volunteer, take leadership roles in organizations on campus, and otherwise be a leader on campus, but do we talk about it other than that? Not […]
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Independence coach’s actions affect entire school
I stay away from controversy because well, I don’t like to get heated. Unfortunately, I feel like we should address the ethical issues behind the actions of the Independence Community College football coach who recently stepped down. I have a great amount of respect for Independence and its programs, but Jason Brown’s actions I do […]
Be Safe and Speak up
Usually, I try to write articles that I find enjoyable to write. I typically find something that I find to be relevant to something I find interesting that week. This week is different for an important reason. Although I enjoy writing enjoyable pieces, this week, I need to use my voice to speak up and […]
To all who’ve asked: This is where I’m from
At this point in the semester, I think it’s high time I address where I’m from. Buckle your seatbelts ladies and gentlemen. It’s important that you know some basic facts first. I have lived my entire life in Newton. My diploma and letter jacket are marked with Goessel High School and some form of blue […]
Unpopular opinion: the great Nike ad debate
Rachel Lyons When Nike announced its newest advertisement, which aired on September 6, featuring a Colin Kaepernick voice over, the public went crazy. Many were not happy that Kaepernick, who started the trend of athletes kneeling during the national anthem, was being given a public platform to speak, and possibly promote his actions. The naysayers […]