COLUMNS
Take It Personally: Can Earth handle the pressure of 7 billion people?
Oct. 19, 2011Still searching for that perfect Halloween costume?
Guest Column: Food Day reminds us of importance to buy local
Oct. 18, 2011Most people, given the choice of doing good or doing nothing, opt for good. So as Oct. 24’s Food Day — a grassroots mobilization sponsored by the Center for Science to push for healthy, affordable food produced in a sustainable way — draws near, here’s some food for thought.
Leaps and Bounds: International students' involvement valuable to all
Oct. 18, 2011International students are not the only group of people who have different looks, speak different languages and represent different cultures.
Between the Lines: IndyCar crash should trigger safety changes
Oct. 18, 2011As a fan of multiple motor sports, I’ve often wondered what possesses those who willingly drive vehicles 200 miles per hour around hairpin turns and mile-long straightaways, at all times just one mistake from calamity.
Big Shot Barker: 16-year-old Hollywood bride wastes childhood
Oct. 17, 2011I thought he was creepy on the silver screen, but he is even creepier in real life. The man I am referring to is 51-year-old Doug Hutchison. He is most memorable from playing the role of prison guard, Percy Wetmore alongside Tom Hanks in the R-rated movie The Green Mile.
Straight from Stuckey at the Statehouse: Civil protections cannot stop girl bullying problem
Oct. 16, 2011She’s perfect. She dons the latest clothes, shows off manicured nails and flips beautiful, glossy hair. She’s overly confident, popular, smart and good at sports. Adults love her.
A stranger here myself: EPA: Analyze fracking regulations before cessation
Oct. 15, 2011Energy resources: Where do we even begin? It’s a gargantuan topic and is guaranteed to sit at the center of public debate daily. Seated comfortably in that debate at present is hydraulic fracturing, better known as “fracking.”
Life Lessons from Melissa: College luxuries should not be taken for granted
Oct. 13, 2011“You have four years to be irresponsible here. Relax. Work is for people with jobs. You’ll never remember class time, but you’ll remember time you wasted hanging out with your friends. So, stay out late. Go out on a Tuesday with your friends when you have a paper due Wednesday. Spend money you don’t have. Drink ’til sunrise. The work never ends, but college does.”
Take It Personally: California's new tanning law could shine on Ohio
Oct. 12, 2011Court Street — it can be considered the consumer center of Athens. Strolling down it, you’ll pass typical college-student attractions: several fast-food restaurants, a couple of bookstores and, coming soon, three tanning salons. That’s right, three.
Between the Lines: 'Arrested Development' making epic comeback
Oct. 10, 2011When I heard the news that Arrested Development was returning, let me say I just about Bluthed myself.
Leaps and Bounds: Jobs didn't leave us without making an impact
Oct. 10, 2011After Steve Jobs passed away last week, we could see people and media from all over the world in memory of him in various ways.
Guest Column: Sexual assault program rings true with support
Oct. 10, 2011In light of the recent sexual assaults on Ohio University’s campus, we would like to make sure that our campus and community members are aware of the various proactive programs that engage advocacy and awareness.
Big Shot Barker: Awkward life fashions celebrity status obsession
Oct. 9, 2011If you have followed my writings, you may have seen my first column about my adventures with American Idol.
A stranger here myself: Column's opinion just one in a sea of voices
Oct. 8, 2011It’s about time we make a distinction clear. Rather, maybe I should say it’s time we make a distinction unclear. That makes sense.
Editor's Note: Jobs leaves Edison-like legacy with innovations
Oct. 6, 2011“What’s everybody freaking out for,” a good friend questioned me Wednesday night. “Is this really that big of a deal?”
Life Lessons from Melissa: Uptight attitudes prove to be no fun for anyone
Oct. 6, 2011One of my most-important self-imposed guidelines is probably the most effortless to follow: Don’t be a Serious Sally.
Take It Personally: Disney World reminds us of life's simple joys
Oct. 5, 2011Oct. 1 marked the 40th anniversary for the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Fla. The enduring Disney legacy has played a part in so many lives, and with this milestone, we can look forward to it touching many more.
Leaps and Bounds: Social networking sites prevent social networking
Oct. 4, 2011Can people live a lifestyle without any social networks?
