Why do we look to traditions for hope?
by Jessica Welu in Commentary
February 2 was Groundhog Day and once again, the ground hog saw his shadow. What a surprise.
I wonder though, as media programs around the country place cameras in front of some poor groundhog's den, what exactly does this tradition say about us? How can people put so much dependence into the unsuspecting arms of a tired and shy animal?
Yes, it's tradition and I will admit that when I was younger I was captivated and put faith in that furry little psychic.
Busy? Take a break with SIFE!
by Jeana Watts in Commentary
Homework… class… homework… class… work… homework… nowadays, it seems that college students are busy with school and work all the time.
For the first three years at Southwest Minnesota State University, that is how my schedule looked, and then I decided I wanted to get involved with a campus club.
by Wes Huntington in Commentary
Well, it has come to this. After both teams ending on a losing streak to end their seasons, the 13-3 New Orleans Saints will meet the 14-2 Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl XLIV, hosted by Sun Life Stadium, home of the Miami Dolphins, which will air on CBS this Sunday with Jim Nantz and Phil Simms doing the call.
by Ryan Schmit in Commentary
Some of you may have noticed an immobile, yet rather alluring, lady at a few of the campus events around Southwest Minnesota State University. That unattainable woman is Mustang Sally. She is a manikin purchased by the Student Activities Committee (SAC), to promote their various events.
by Jay Benedict in Commentary
This week, in a proposal by the Facilities and Issues committee, RHA will be taking a vote as to whether or not the organization will support having a ban against tobacco on the property of Residential Life.
The issue received an overwhelming backing to go smoke free in a survey conducted this past semester by RHA, showing over 71 percent of students surveyed living in the Residence Halls support such a ban.
