Holistic learning connects with true understanding March 9, 2014 — by Nick Chow and JYoung Enter many high school classes, and you’ll likely see a teacher pacing in the front of the class, lecturing while students frantically try and scribble down notes. This lecture-driven style drives many school systems around the world (most notably China), and these schools are lauded for producing “smart” students en masse. read more » AP Government an unnecessary change March 9, 2014 — by Jonathan Young It’s early August and sleepy-eyed students walk toward the Small Gym. Falcon Fest 2014 has begun: Students are eager to learn what classes they’ll have with friends, but are at the same time dreading the start of a new school year. read more » Lawsuit against Obama administration a step to preserve the Constitution March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy American journalist Chris Hedges wrote, “We live in a society where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy.” read more » SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » Michael Sam: The trailblazer March 6, 2014 — by Jonathan Young In early February, with the Super Bowl still fresh in the minds of football fans, Michael Sam decided to make history. Sam, an NFL draft prospect, came out as gay, and if signed by an NFL team, will be the NFL’s first active homosexual player. read more » Want to be a more confident person? Change your body language March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin Imagine a student walking down the hallway, arms swinging at his side, shoulders back and openly giving high-fives to other students passing by. Everybody looks at this student and thinks he is someone who was born confident. His emotions and confidence did not come first. His posture, gestures and body language have helped him become the person he is. Students who are ambivalent and timid can change that just by opening up. In a way, they need to fake these “power poses” to boost their confidence and courage. read more » Students influenced by social media and popular entertainment to try marijuana March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin and Derek Sun In the month of February, there were several students cited for marijuana offenses on campus. The number is alarmingly high in such a short period of time, which begs the question: Why are students using the drug? One of the main reasons encouraging recreational drug use is social media. On Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, there are pictures glorifying the use of marijuana. People often talk and converse about using the drug. Since our generation is so addicted to social media, the constant references and allusions to marijuana use can encourage students to experiment with the drug. read more » Sochi: a bad template for future Games March 3, 2014 — by Helen Wong and Megan MacInnes The buzz from the Winter Olympics is winding down. The Games had a good showing, everyone was safe and there were no major international incidents. On the whole it was deemed successful, but seeing as the country had four years to prepare could it have been better? Was Russia ready? read more » Security systems in schools unnecessary March 1, 2014 — by Vibha Seshadri On the campus of Central Michigan University in the town of Mt. Pleasant, administrators have installed security cameras in hopes of catching thieves. Sadly, as recounted by senior Meghan Rhoa in the publication CM Life, the cameras failed to capture any images showing who stole her friend's bike. This is just one small example of the downsides of security cameras on campuses. read more » Participation gone amok February 27, 2014 — by Gitika Nalwa Raise your hand, raise your grade. Incredible, but true — at least in some classes. I am, of course, talking about “participation points.” Through my year and a half at the school, it is becoming increasingly and annoyingly evident that those who make the most noise in class are rewarded, and those who remain quieter see their “participation points” plummet on Aeries. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...131132133134135...140150160170180...nextlast
AP Government an unnecessary change March 9, 2014 — by Jonathan Young It’s early August and sleepy-eyed students walk toward the Small Gym. Falcon Fest 2014 has begun: Students are eager to learn what classes they’ll have with friends, but are at the same time dreading the start of a new school year. read more » Lawsuit against Obama administration a step to preserve the Constitution March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy American journalist Chris Hedges wrote, “We live in a society where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy.” read more » SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » Michael Sam: The trailblazer March 6, 2014 — by Jonathan Young In early February, with the Super Bowl still fresh in the minds of football fans, Michael Sam decided to make history. Sam, an NFL draft prospect, came out as gay, and if signed by an NFL team, will be the NFL’s first active homosexual player. read more » Want to be a more confident person? Change your body language March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin Imagine a student walking down the hallway, arms swinging at his side, shoulders back and openly giving high-fives to other students passing by. Everybody looks at this student and thinks he is someone who was born confident. His emotions and confidence did not come first. His posture, gestures and body language have helped him become the person he is. Students who are ambivalent and timid can change that just by opening up. In a way, they need to fake these “power poses” to boost their confidence and courage. read more » Students influenced by social media and popular entertainment to try marijuana March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin and Derek Sun In the month of February, there were several students cited for marijuana offenses on campus. The number is alarmingly high in such a short period of time, which begs the question: Why are students using the drug? One of the main reasons encouraging recreational drug use is social media. On Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, there are pictures glorifying the use of marijuana. People often talk and converse about using the drug. Since our generation is so addicted to social media, the constant references and allusions to marijuana use can encourage students to experiment with the drug. read more » Sochi: a bad template for future Games March 3, 2014 — by Helen Wong and Megan MacInnes The buzz from the Winter Olympics is winding down. The Games had a good showing, everyone was safe and there were no major international incidents. On the whole it was deemed successful, but seeing as the country had four years to prepare could it have been better? Was Russia ready? read more » Security systems in schools unnecessary March 1, 2014 — by Vibha Seshadri On the campus of Central Michigan University in the town of Mt. Pleasant, administrators have installed security cameras in hopes of catching thieves. Sadly, as recounted by senior Meghan Rhoa in the publication CM Life, the cameras failed to capture any images showing who stole her friend's bike. This is just one small example of the downsides of security cameras on campuses. read more » Participation gone amok February 27, 2014 — by Gitika Nalwa Raise your hand, raise your grade. Incredible, but true — at least in some classes. I am, of course, talking about “participation points.” Through my year and a half at the school, it is becoming increasingly and annoyingly evident that those who make the most noise in class are rewarded, and those who remain quieter see their “participation points” plummet on Aeries. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...131132133134135...140150160170180...nextlast
Lawsuit against Obama administration a step to preserve the Constitution March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy American journalist Chris Hedges wrote, “We live in a society where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy.” read more » SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » Michael Sam: The trailblazer March 6, 2014 — by Jonathan Young In early February, with the Super Bowl still fresh in the minds of football fans, Michael Sam decided to make history. Sam, an NFL draft prospect, came out as gay, and if signed by an NFL team, will be the NFL’s first active homosexual player. read more » Want to be a more confident person? Change your body language March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin Imagine a student walking down the hallway, arms swinging at his side, shoulders back and openly giving high-fives to other students passing by. Everybody looks at this student and thinks he is someone who was born confident. His emotions and confidence did not come first. His posture, gestures and body language have helped him become the person he is. Students who are ambivalent and timid can change that just by opening up. In a way, they need to fake these “power poses” to boost their confidence and courage. read more » Students influenced by social media and popular entertainment to try marijuana March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin and Derek Sun In the month of February, there were several students cited for marijuana offenses on campus. The number is alarmingly high in such a short period of time, which begs the question: Why are students using the drug? One of the main reasons encouraging recreational drug use is social media. On Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, there are pictures glorifying the use of marijuana. People often talk and converse about using the drug. Since our generation is so addicted to social media, the constant references and allusions to marijuana use can encourage students to experiment with the drug. read more » Sochi: a bad template for future Games March 3, 2014 — by Helen Wong and Megan MacInnes The buzz from the Winter Olympics is winding down. The Games had a good showing, everyone was safe and there were no major international incidents. On the whole it was deemed successful, but seeing as the country had four years to prepare could it have been better? Was Russia ready? read more » Security systems in schools unnecessary March 1, 2014 — by Vibha Seshadri On the campus of Central Michigan University in the town of Mt. Pleasant, administrators have installed security cameras in hopes of catching thieves. Sadly, as recounted by senior Meghan Rhoa in the publication CM Life, the cameras failed to capture any images showing who stole her friend's bike. This is just one small example of the downsides of security cameras on campuses. read more » Participation gone amok February 27, 2014 — by Gitika Nalwa Raise your hand, raise your grade. Incredible, but true — at least in some classes. I am, of course, talking about “participation points.” Through my year and a half at the school, it is becoming increasingly and annoyingly evident that those who make the most noise in class are rewarded, and those who remain quieter see their “participation points” plummet on Aeries. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...131132133134135...140150160170180...nextlast
SB 199 to make a hard hit on airsoft community March 6, 2014 — by Atirath Kosireddy When I tore open a flat, long box in the mail that was labeled “Airsoft GI” and lifted out my $218 airsoft gun for Christmas, I was ecstatic. Once I ordered the safety equipment, I could have battles at nearby airsoft fields with my friends. read more » Michael Sam: The trailblazer March 6, 2014 — by Jonathan Young In early February, with the Super Bowl still fresh in the minds of football fans, Michael Sam decided to make history. Sam, an NFL draft prospect, came out as gay, and if signed by an NFL team, will be the NFL’s first active homosexual player. read more » Want to be a more confident person? Change your body language March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin Imagine a student walking down the hallway, arms swinging at his side, shoulders back and openly giving high-fives to other students passing by. Everybody looks at this student and thinks he is someone who was born confident. His emotions and confidence did not come first. His posture, gestures and body language have helped him become the person he is. Students who are ambivalent and timid can change that just by opening up. In a way, they need to fake these “power poses” to boost their confidence and courage. read more » Students influenced by social media and popular entertainment to try marijuana March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin and Derek Sun In the month of February, there were several students cited for marijuana offenses on campus. The number is alarmingly high in such a short period of time, which begs the question: Why are students using the drug? One of the main reasons encouraging recreational drug use is social media. On Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, there are pictures glorifying the use of marijuana. People often talk and converse about using the drug. Since our generation is so addicted to social media, the constant references and allusions to marijuana use can encourage students to experiment with the drug. read more » Sochi: a bad template for future Games March 3, 2014 — by Helen Wong and Megan MacInnes The buzz from the Winter Olympics is winding down. The Games had a good showing, everyone was safe and there were no major international incidents. On the whole it was deemed successful, but seeing as the country had four years to prepare could it have been better? Was Russia ready? read more » Security systems in schools unnecessary March 1, 2014 — by Vibha Seshadri On the campus of Central Michigan University in the town of Mt. Pleasant, administrators have installed security cameras in hopes of catching thieves. Sadly, as recounted by senior Meghan Rhoa in the publication CM Life, the cameras failed to capture any images showing who stole her friend's bike. This is just one small example of the downsides of security cameras on campuses. read more » Participation gone amok February 27, 2014 — by Gitika Nalwa Raise your hand, raise your grade. Incredible, but true — at least in some classes. I am, of course, talking about “participation points.” Through my year and a half at the school, it is becoming increasingly and annoyingly evident that those who make the most noise in class are rewarded, and those who remain quieter see their “participation points” plummet on Aeries. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...131132133134135...140150160170180...nextlast
Michael Sam: The trailblazer March 6, 2014 — by Jonathan Young In early February, with the Super Bowl still fresh in the minds of football fans, Michael Sam decided to make history. Sam, an NFL draft prospect, came out as gay, and if signed by an NFL team, will be the NFL’s first active homosexual player. read more » Want to be a more confident person? Change your body language March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin Imagine a student walking down the hallway, arms swinging at his side, shoulders back and openly giving high-fives to other students passing by. Everybody looks at this student and thinks he is someone who was born confident. His emotions and confidence did not come first. His posture, gestures and body language have helped him become the person he is. Students who are ambivalent and timid can change that just by opening up. In a way, they need to fake these “power poses” to boost their confidence and courage. read more » Students influenced by social media and popular entertainment to try marijuana March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin and Derek Sun In the month of February, there were several students cited for marijuana offenses on campus. The number is alarmingly high in such a short period of time, which begs the question: Why are students using the drug? One of the main reasons encouraging recreational drug use is social media. On Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, there are pictures glorifying the use of marijuana. People often talk and converse about using the drug. Since our generation is so addicted to social media, the constant references and allusions to marijuana use can encourage students to experiment with the drug. read more » Sochi: a bad template for future Games March 3, 2014 — by Helen Wong and Megan MacInnes The buzz from the Winter Olympics is winding down. The Games had a good showing, everyone was safe and there were no major international incidents. On the whole it was deemed successful, but seeing as the country had four years to prepare could it have been better? Was Russia ready? read more » Security systems in schools unnecessary March 1, 2014 — by Vibha Seshadri On the campus of Central Michigan University in the town of Mt. Pleasant, administrators have installed security cameras in hopes of catching thieves. Sadly, as recounted by senior Meghan Rhoa in the publication CM Life, the cameras failed to capture any images showing who stole her friend's bike. This is just one small example of the downsides of security cameras on campuses. read more » Participation gone amok February 27, 2014 — by Gitika Nalwa Raise your hand, raise your grade. Incredible, but true — at least in some classes. I am, of course, talking about “participation points.” Through my year and a half at the school, it is becoming increasingly and annoyingly evident that those who make the most noise in class are rewarded, and those who remain quieter see their “participation points” plummet on Aeries. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...131132133134135...140150160170180...nextlast
Want to be a more confident person? Change your body language March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin Imagine a student walking down the hallway, arms swinging at his side, shoulders back and openly giving high-fives to other students passing by. Everybody looks at this student and thinks he is someone who was born confident. His emotions and confidence did not come first. His posture, gestures and body language have helped him become the person he is. Students who are ambivalent and timid can change that just by opening up. In a way, they need to fake these “power poses” to boost their confidence and courage. read more » Students influenced by social media and popular entertainment to try marijuana March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin and Derek Sun In the month of February, there were several students cited for marijuana offenses on campus. The number is alarmingly high in such a short period of time, which begs the question: Why are students using the drug? One of the main reasons encouraging recreational drug use is social media. On Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, there are pictures glorifying the use of marijuana. People often talk and converse about using the drug. Since our generation is so addicted to social media, the constant references and allusions to marijuana use can encourage students to experiment with the drug. read more » Sochi: a bad template for future Games March 3, 2014 — by Helen Wong and Megan MacInnes The buzz from the Winter Olympics is winding down. The Games had a good showing, everyone was safe and there were no major international incidents. On the whole it was deemed successful, but seeing as the country had four years to prepare could it have been better? Was Russia ready? read more » Security systems in schools unnecessary March 1, 2014 — by Vibha Seshadri On the campus of Central Michigan University in the town of Mt. Pleasant, administrators have installed security cameras in hopes of catching thieves. Sadly, as recounted by senior Meghan Rhoa in the publication CM Life, the cameras failed to capture any images showing who stole her friend's bike. This is just one small example of the downsides of security cameras on campuses. read more » Participation gone amok February 27, 2014 — by Gitika Nalwa Raise your hand, raise your grade. Incredible, but true — at least in some classes. I am, of course, talking about “participation points.” Through my year and a half at the school, it is becoming increasingly and annoyingly evident that those who make the most noise in class are rewarded, and those who remain quieter see their “participation points” plummet on Aeries. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...131132133134135...140150160170180...nextlast
Students influenced by social media and popular entertainment to try marijuana March 3, 2014 — by Allison Lin and Derek Sun In the month of February, there were several students cited for marijuana offenses on campus. The number is alarmingly high in such a short period of time, which begs the question: Why are students using the drug? One of the main reasons encouraging recreational drug use is social media. On Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, there are pictures glorifying the use of marijuana. People often talk and converse about using the drug. Since our generation is so addicted to social media, the constant references and allusions to marijuana use can encourage students to experiment with the drug. read more » Sochi: a bad template for future Games March 3, 2014 — by Helen Wong and Megan MacInnes The buzz from the Winter Olympics is winding down. The Games had a good showing, everyone was safe and there were no major international incidents. On the whole it was deemed successful, but seeing as the country had four years to prepare could it have been better? Was Russia ready? read more » Security systems in schools unnecessary March 1, 2014 — by Vibha Seshadri On the campus of Central Michigan University in the town of Mt. Pleasant, administrators have installed security cameras in hopes of catching thieves. Sadly, as recounted by senior Meghan Rhoa in the publication CM Life, the cameras failed to capture any images showing who stole her friend's bike. This is just one small example of the downsides of security cameras on campuses. read more » Participation gone amok February 27, 2014 — by Gitika Nalwa Raise your hand, raise your grade. Incredible, but true — at least in some classes. I am, of course, talking about “participation points.” Through my year and a half at the school, it is becoming increasingly and annoyingly evident that those who make the most noise in class are rewarded, and those who remain quieter see their “participation points” plummet on Aeries. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...131132133134135...140150160170180...nextlast
Sochi: a bad template for future Games March 3, 2014 — by Helen Wong and Megan MacInnes The buzz from the Winter Olympics is winding down. The Games had a good showing, everyone was safe and there were no major international incidents. On the whole it was deemed successful, but seeing as the country had four years to prepare could it have been better? Was Russia ready? read more » Security systems in schools unnecessary March 1, 2014 — by Vibha Seshadri On the campus of Central Michigan University in the town of Mt. Pleasant, administrators have installed security cameras in hopes of catching thieves. Sadly, as recounted by senior Meghan Rhoa in the publication CM Life, the cameras failed to capture any images showing who stole her friend's bike. This is just one small example of the downsides of security cameras on campuses. read more » Participation gone amok February 27, 2014 — by Gitika Nalwa Raise your hand, raise your grade. Incredible, but true — at least in some classes. I am, of course, talking about “participation points.” Through my year and a half at the school, it is becoming increasingly and annoyingly evident that those who make the most noise in class are rewarded, and those who remain quieter see their “participation points” plummet on Aeries. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...131132133134135...140150160170180...nextlast
Security systems in schools unnecessary March 1, 2014 — by Vibha Seshadri On the campus of Central Michigan University in the town of Mt. Pleasant, administrators have installed security cameras in hopes of catching thieves. Sadly, as recounted by senior Meghan Rhoa in the publication CM Life, the cameras failed to capture any images showing who stole her friend's bike. This is just one small example of the downsides of security cameras on campuses. read more » Participation gone amok February 27, 2014 — by Gitika Nalwa Raise your hand, raise your grade. Incredible, but true — at least in some classes. I am, of course, talking about “participation points.” Through my year and a half at the school, it is becoming increasingly and annoyingly evident that those who make the most noise in class are rewarded, and those who remain quieter see their “participation points” plummet on Aeries. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...131132133134135...140150160170180...nextlast
Participation gone amok February 27, 2014 — by Gitika Nalwa Raise your hand, raise your grade. Incredible, but true — at least in some classes. I am, of course, talking about “participation points.” Through my year and a half at the school, it is becoming increasingly and annoyingly evident that those who make the most noise in class are rewarded, and those who remain quieter see their “participation points” plummet on Aeries. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...131132133134135...140150160170180...nextlast