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Misuse of social media refelcts poorly on users

Kenneth Xiong, Staff Writer November 25, 2014

Social media supplies a whole new dimension of connection for the modern age. But the sharing of information doesn’t seem to be many people’s main concern. Social media has become an ego-driven boost...

Time for a cheesesteak illustration

Philly’s finest cheesesteaks

Frederic Hewitt, Sports Editor November 12, 2014

Standing as the fifth largest city in the United States, Philadelphia is known for a multitude of distinctive reasons.  “The City of Brotherly Love” has a significant place in our country’s history...

Car Talk co-host remembered

Joe Pruski, Opinions Editor November 12, 2014

Many of our grandparents may remember gathering around a radio set as small children, listening to classics like Jack Benny, Gunsmoke, and Dragnet. By the mid 1950s, those shows were just a distant echo,...

Understanding feminism

Jessica Keophilavanh, Staff Writer November 12, 2014

Feminism is supposed to symbolize the significance of the advocacy of womens’ rights for equality with men on all levels: political, social, and economic. Yet it has become misused as  ammo to insult...

Remembering veterans

David Feyen, Social Media Editor November 12, 2014

Veteran’s Day is a federal holiday that was created to honor those who served during battles defending the Unites States of America against enemies, foreign and domestic.  More specifically, it celebrates...

Candidates differ on same-sex marriage

Anna Richter, Staff Writer October 29, 2014

My Dads were finally able to legally wed this year thanks to the Supreme Court’s ruling on same-sex marriage. They already wore gold wedding bands and owned a house together in Madison. To family and...

Endorsement: Mary Burke would move state forward

Joe Pruski, Opinion Editor October 28, 2014

Gov. Scott Walker’s 2014 campaign slogan of “Moving Wisconsin Forward” should be changed. The phrase “Keeping Wisconsin Stagnant” or “A Mediocre Wisconsin” would be a more fitting representation...

Enable students to make healthy meal choices

Natalie Connors, Editor in Chief October 28, 2014

The rumbling in my stomach causes me to pause, and I look up from my keyboard to the clock on the wall – 1:45 p.m. I have been working on this math assignment for the past hour, and it’s definitely...

Gender-neutral restrooms needed

Tannen Todd, Staff Writer October 28, 2014

There are more than 150 schools across the United States hat have gender-neutral bathrooms, and it is time to add one more school to that list.  Madison College, proudly being one of the most diverse...

Lambeau Field remains the Mecca of football, and the latest $140.5 million renovations have only enhanced its standing among fans.

Sports editor cherishes trips to Lambeau

Frederic Hewitt, Sports Editor October 16, 2014

The Great Wall of China, Stonehenge, The Pyramids, and The Sistine Chapel are among some of the most iconic places in the world.  People often mention these as places they would like to visit on their...

Ongoing war takes toll on civilians

David Feyen, Social Media Editor October 16, 2014

Conflicts and wars ultimately end with both sides losing soldiers in battle, which is unfortunate but expected. What is not expected is the death of innocent civilians on the battlefield that are not part...

Sanders an independent candidate

Tannen Todd, Staff Writer October 16, 2014

Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) announced recently that he is considering running for President in 2016.  To this I say, “run Bernie, please!” This country has been without a leader that is for the...

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