Myanmar’s recent election boosts belief in democracy
By Adi Ramachandran || Contributing Writer The recent democratic election in Myanmar is a much needed boost to those of us that still believe in much maligned democracy–a system, which…
Football, masculinity, and the curse of Dr. Barbie: Writer examines place, privileges amid male-dominated spheres
By Morgan Kincade || Contributing Writer When I walked into the Brickyard this past Sunday to watch the New York Giants face off against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, most of…
Attacks in Paris prompt writer to contemplate how to defeat terrorism
By Nicholas Riebel || Staff Writer I was going to write an article on House Representative Joe Pitts’ announcement of his retirement and its implications. I also considered writing about…
Masthead 11-9-15: Donald Trump’s mild SNL appearance worrying sign of declining satire
Full Staff Opinion There is precious little we love in this world. We love politics. We love political satire. We love TV. And we love when political satire is on…
Recent crime, assaults make F&M students feel unsafe
By Lauren Wachspress || Contributing Writer In light of recent events, F&M’s campus safety has become a serious concern. The two most recent assaults happened right on campus. In the…
Ben Carson cannot be president because he does not believe in reality
By Nicholas Riebel || Staff Writer I want to start this article by making something clear: I respect Dr. Ben Carson as a great neurosurgeon. There is no doubt that,…
Jeb Bush is on the brink of ending his presidential run
By Nicholas Riebel || Staff Writer While watching the Republican Presidential Debate in the College Center this Wednesday, I noticed at least two things. The first thing I noticed is…
Thou Wast Mild and Lovely director sparks new ideas, fresh thinking
By Caylah Coffeen || Contributing Writer I stagger out of the dance studio closet in my socks, heaving a stack of chairs across the room. My film professor hurries in,…
Spend your senior year enjoying your senior year
By Lauren Muliawan || Contributing Writer “So, what are your plans after graduation?” “I’m looking at grad school, maybe heading back to Scotland. We shall see!” **Insert nervous laughter** Dear…
Let’s Get The Last Word, 10/19/15: Reliving the CNN/Facebook Democratic Presidential Debate’s finest moments
We of The College Reporter love the news. And this past Tuesday, we fell in love with Anderson Cooper. At the CNN/Facebook Democratic Presidential Debate, the host made it plain…
Pennhurst offers tricks, not treats, for portrayal of mentally ill, ethics of its enterprise
By Lauren Wachspress || Contributing Writer October has arrived, and with it comes the opening of Halloween-themed haunted houses sure to make you scream in horror. Infamous for neglect and…
Sanders won Democratic Presidential Debate with his ideas, insights
By Nicholas Riebel || Staff Writer If you listen to the pundits and the politicians, they will tell you that Hillary Clinton overwhelmingly won the Democratic presidential debate, held last…
Masthead: We want food: Editors bemoan changes to food choices in College Center, dearth of healthy options
Full Staff Opinion Mankind can be cruel. The human condition is forever marked by conflict and contestation, by trials and tyrants. Each man must make their mark, and choose their…
Editor Encourages Students to Attend Panels and Group Discussions in F&M Community
By Erin Moyer || Senior Editor I went to the Forum on Sexual Misconduct this past Tuesday night. In fact, I actually wrote a News article about it. But there…
Kim Davis’s Religious Beliefs Cannot Control the Issuing of Marriage Licenses
By Lauren Wachspress || Contributing Writer County Clerk Kim Davis of Kentucky has been making headlines after defying federal orders and refusing to hand out marriage licenses to gay couples.…