Opinion
Sexual violence is an issue on all college campuses
Sexual violence has been an issue on college campuses for years. While it’s unfortunate and offensive, sexual violence can and does happen. One of the most important ways to prevent sexual assault is by making sure everyone understands what this type of abuse is. Sexual assault is when an offender gives a subject unwanted sexual […]
Has technology bettered the standard for education?
I know there are plenty of complaints from both sides—younger generations wanting classes to be completely online (no textbooks) and older generations wanting kids to be taught “properly” (textbooks and life skills). But who is right? To be frank, neither party is. There is no denying, technology has made school much more convenient: fewer books, […]
Do recent events allude to societal regression?
People across the country have been in an uproar regarding the state of Texas’s new abortion laws; those individuals include my peers, professors and coworkers. For those not aware, the new legislation prevents women in the state from receiving access to abortions as early as six weeks into their pregnancy. The topic is controversial, but […]
Coming together after a storm
The city of Lennox was hit by a tornado on Saturday, Aug. 28, and just like people would expect of a small-town, people came together to clean up the mess. Trees had fallen into the streets and on houses. Roofs were torn off sheds near the industrial area of the town. The cemetery and golf […]
Editorial: Back to normal, for now
Welcome back, Coyotes. The 2021-22 school year is underway, and we are already seeing some changes around campus. One week into the semester and students from previous years can see the difference on campus. There are so many students walking between classes, mask mandates and social distancing are not being enforced and most classes are […]
Pineapple belongs on pizza and nobody can change my mind
There has been a huge debate about whether pineapple should be on pizza or not. Pineapple will always belong on pizza. Baked pineapple is delicious. When you bite through it, its juicy sweetness envelops your mouth. The soft, juicy textures pair well with a flatbread pizza’s crunchiness. Some people say pineapple shouldn’t be on pizza […]
Remembering and looking forward to Olympic history
With the previously postponed Tokyo Olympic Games now complete, and the Winter Olympics in Beijing opening less than six months after the Tokyo closing ceremonies, the Olympics are about to re-emerge into global thought in an abnormal and exceptional way. This unique circumstance was foreseen by International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach in early 2020. […]
Editorial: Celebrate, Class of 2021
Dear Class of 2021, Nothing about your senior year was normal. COVID-19 changed so much of the way the school and world operates, but you did it, and if this last year has taught us anything, it’s that we can overcome anything. For the last year, it has been a world of adapting to a […]
Stress Testing: Memorization has replaced genuine education
Springtime can easily be labeled the most chaotic time of the year for college students. After speaking with just a few other students, it seems as if the stress of upcoming exams is a recurring subject in nearly all conversations. It’s the time of year when people begin convincing themselves grades don’t matter on a […]
Pugs are an absolute disaster
In ancient times, pugs were bred to be companions of Chinese emperors. Pugs are royalty. How could you refuse to love their royal highnesses? Pugs are so cute. They have squishy faces, bug eyes and curly tails. Plus, they are tiny and have floppy ears. Whenever I see a pug, I really want to give […]