The irony of spring break
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Will Computers Ever Replace Humans?
You get off the plane and think to yourself how safe and steady the ride felt, until someone asks if you knew that during the whole trip the plane was…
The (Hand) basket case
“Professionalism: Noun. The conduct, aims, or qualities that characterize or mark a profession or a professional person. Example: A high level of professionalism is expected when working with clients.” So…
Windows on the World Inspires Writer to “Just Do It”
For Dr. Barbara Williams-Skinner, the phrase “Just Do It” has nothing to do with Nike-clad runners. In fact, it has nothing to do with athletics. For Williams-Skinner, co-founder and president…
Our Christian Commitment to Acceptance
Maybe you’ve heard a joke that goes something along the lines of this: “Oh, you went to High School? Great! GPA? Who needs it? Come to Eastern!” According to the…
Hey Radnor, where’s the beef?
By and large, the students here at Eastern are a pretty mellow bunch. Just compare us to your stereotypical college and you’ll find a number of marked differences. We don’t…
Sexuality education for religious leaders
In addition to teaching in the psychology department at Eastern, I serve on the faculty of the Center for Sexuality and Religion, providing seminars to seminary leaders with a program…
What boils my egg
I cannot lie and say that I was a part of the masses that huddled around their televisions for the Super Bowl. Football never really intrigued me. I grew up…
Small signs are more trouble than they’re worth
Driving onto campus towards the end of last semester, I noticed many cute little stop signs near Sparrowk Hall on Thomas Drive, which is the road to the Upper McInnis…
A tough goodbye to Acme
Prior to our Christmas break, rumors spread that the Acme in Wayne would soon be shutting its doors. I didn’t want to believe it. Without that Acme, it would be…