COLUMNS

Between the Lines: Sochi internship was memorable (in a good way)

Amid political issues, terrorism threats and Western criticism, my experience with NBC at the 2014 Sochi Olympic Winter Games was life-changing.

From the Editor's Desk: Investigation into fire reveals surprising facts

Salutations, comrades.

Beauty and the Bobcat: Dress warmly, stylishly until spring really arrives

The weather outside has definitely been frightful and even though “spring” break is upon us, we won’t be breaking out shorts or crop tops any time soon. I’m sure most people are wishing upon a star for warmer days to come. I know I am, because I hail from the tropical climate of Florida. Being a Floridian doesn’t only mean I have reptilian blood, it also means that I don’t fully understand one of the major Ohioan clothing staples: North Faces.

Party Lines: Dingell's retirement underscores Washington's partisanship problem

The national media heavily reported this week that U.S. Rep. John Dingell, the Democrat from southeast Michigan who has served in the House longer than anyone else, is retiring.

Between the Lines: Keeping up with clothing and technology trends proves tricky

I finally pulled the trigger this past December. After months of careful deliberation, Internet searching and checking side-by-side reviews, I finally… bought a brand-new iPad.

Hope For Humanity: Age gaps complicate rape culture conversations

After reading John Spofforth’s letter about my column in Monday’s paper, which asked, among other things, whether “butt dancing and oral sex clubs” in the ’90s “increased the incidence of casual sex, rape and venereal disease,” I called my dad. He and I agreed that the letter specifically isn’t something that can be addressed in its confusing state of misapplied statistics, but that there is a general disconnect in inter-generational discussions about rape culture. My dad and I obviously aren’t the only voices representing our respective generations, but this week, I bring you our thoughts on speaking the same language when we talk adult-to-adult about this issue.

Beyond the Books: Excuses for procrastination are silly, illogical

Procrastination never mattered so much as it does when you’re working toward something that’s actually worth it.

Gamer Girl: Explore mysterious asylum in spooky new game

I’m a huge fan of horror movies, so it only seems appropriate that I would like horror games as well. Honestly, I’ve never delved into the genre. I don’t think I have a particular reason for this, I’ve just never gotten around to it.

From the Sports Desk: NCAA should not allow student-athlete unions

It has become increasingly evident that there is a divide within the structure of college football, as student-athletes and NCAA executives are not in agreement with how athletes are treated.

College Matt-ers: Comments continue worthy debate about how to teach history

I guess a few people read my column last week.

From the editor's desk: This week: good advice, special guests, a lively debate

Greetings, peeps.

Party Lines: Is Ted Cruz a secret Democratic ally or just a poor strategist?

Here’s a thought: What if Sen. Ted Cruz — the Republican junior senator from Texas who was elected in 2012 during a highly polarized presidential election between President Barack Obama and GOP nominee Mitt Romney  — is working for the Democrats?

Phone snooping, trust issues go hand-in-hand

Dear BedPost,

Gamer Girl: Playing immigration officer in 'Papers Please' involves moral dilemmas

In my quest to play more computer-based games, I spent my weekend playing my newest discovery: Papers Please.

Beyond The Books: Knowing yourself is a process, not a product

I’ll start by saying this: I didn’t “find myself” in college, and you probably won’t either. 

Hope for Humanity: Students can prevent rape, sexual assault without federal help

Tuesday marked the second and third of the White House Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual Assault’s public listening sessions. Responding to 2014 statistics that show one in five women will be raped during her college years, as well as “a substantial number of men,” and that only 12 percent of student victims report the assault to law enforcement, President Barack Obama commissioned an interagency task force charged with developing “a coordinated federal response to campus rape and sexual assault.”

Between the Lines: Being an anti-abortion feminist is about the bigger issues

Since the passage of Roe v. Wade on Jan. 22, 1973, more than 50 million abortions have been performed in America. However, according to a recent Washington Post report, the country’s abortion rate is the lowest it has been since 1973 and I am so glad, because I am an anti-abortion feminist.

Column: OU's history curriculum could use some diversity

As an integrated social studies education major, I have taken a number of history courses, and there seems to be a common denominator about most of the classes in the department:

Column: Love your look, love yourself this Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine’s Day, Beauty ’Cats! Whether you have a hot date with your significant other or your gal pals, today is a day to look fabulous and be confident in yourself — much like every other day. I’ve been asked by many of you to include more budget-friendly products that are good for people who are dipping their toes in the beauty pool instead of taking the plunge for higher-end products.

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