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Archive Dear single issue voters: What about war, greed, racism and poverty?
As my title euphemistically suggests, I would like to address those who will cast their vote in November based on the candidate’s position on abortion. I respectfully and urgently disagree…
Faculty decisively votes down four-by-four plans
At their most recent meeting, the faculty voted not to implement the proposed four by four curriculum change. Out of the 100 eligible faculty members, 65 cast ballots. The final…
Can baseball bring about world peace?
First-ever World Baseball Classic starts in March
Federal bill cuts aid for student loans
Federal aid for student loans is going down, interest rates are going up and grants are being created under a new law. As of July 1, the $40 billion Deficit…
Oscar outcomes: staff members predict winners in six major categories
The 78th Academy Awards promises to be quite a show. Host Jon Stewart seems more than qualified for the job given the political nature of many of the nominees. Ranging…
Student hits the big time with supporting role on TV’s One Tree Hill
Come next fall, certain members of the Eastern community may end up seeing a lot more of junior Steve Barber. After a few auditions, Barber landed himself a significant role…
Blunders get students in trouble
Poorly-considered Web postings affect real life
Brokeback Mountain a triumph in portrayal of homosexuals, a failure in portrayal of life’s purpose
Tapeworms and homosexuals. Someone once said that those two things are the most disgusting things on the planet. I admit that I laughed at the incredible insensitivity and political incorrectness…