First off, I want to thank the weekly "Through These Doors" email that constantly flood my email like opening day of "50 Shades Of Grey." Where is the unsubscribe button, anyone? Back to the important thing. I am all for the "new school" that we are getting, … [Read more] about Let’s Talk about the Construction, Shall We?
Opinion
The Voyager
The community aboard the ship is like no other. Every day, in every port, there are new opportunities to grow; this is not only a result of the multitude and variety of cities we are exploring, but also due to the inescapable simplicity of living on a … [Read more] about The Voyager
Overworking, Overthinking, Under Praying
A college degree to some is just a framed piece of paper, limp and lifeless. It's the lessons you acquire while getting your degree that really matter. Countless nights of no sleep, tears and reruns of Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, but is it worth it? Is the … [Read more] about Overworking, Overthinking, Under Praying
Roommates: My Mama Warned Me About These
Having roommates is kind of like getting lice. They are awful, itchy, and usually result in hair loss. I got so lucky to have three girl roommates. And yes, to answer your questions, I find bobby pins everywhere; my car, my socks, EVERYWHERE. Anyway, after … [Read more] about Roommates: My Mama Warned Me About These
These Are the Days Of Our Lives
Well folks, it gives me great sadness to confirm the rumors are true: Newspaper will be canceled starting next semester. This isn't the only department affected by the recent "budget cuts," although it's the one that hurts me the most. Newspaper had been … [Read more] about These Are the Days Of Our Lives
The Friendship Card
The friendship card, ladies and gentleman is a form of blackmail, usually provided by a best friend. Though the actual time the friendship card is passed is unknown when your bff holds the power, consider it over. What you ask could I be referring to as … [Read more] about The Friendship Card
US and British Troops End Combat Missions in Afghanistan: Is This a Victory?
On an October morning, a solemn gathering of British, American, and Afghan troops looked on as the British Union Flag was slowly lowered over Camp Bastion for the last time. After the ceremony, the troops stationed at the camp boarded transport aircraft and … [Read more] about US and British Troops End Combat Missions in Afghanistan: Is This a Victory?
Make Your Dreams Abroad Happen
Studying abroad is arguably the best thing one can do while in college. Unfortunately, due to the financial cost of going to another country, many students let their overseas dreams die. Financial difficulty should never be the reason for anyone to not to … [Read more] about Make Your Dreams Abroad Happen
I Want to Forgive You and I Want to Forget You
Yes, we all remember that fatal scene between LC and Heidi Montag, pre-surgery of course. They have their first "date" after the huge fight occurred, and you could feel the tension. Airing on live TV, LC did what she had to do. The hardest thing in a … [Read more] about I Want to Forgive You and I Want to Forget You
John Mark McMillan Talks on Music, Life and God
Last Wednesday musician John Mark McMillan performed in the NMC. He took the stage in a tailored suit and began to lead the chapel in a time of unique praise, featuring several songs from his new album Borderland. Prior to the show, he shared a few of his … [Read more] about John Mark McMillan Talks on Music, Life and God
Connecting With God or Studies?
The purpose of chapel is to be close with God and just have that time to worship and praise Him for that time of the day. Having that chance to just connect with Him in the day and throughout the day is such a blessing, but also being college student can be … [Read more] about Connecting With God or Studies?
View from the Top
The view from the top. Sounds pretty nice, huh? Depending on which way the hourglass lands, I guess, what are we all doing here? We all have a dream, maybe a goal, but why are we here exactly? In Orange County? Wait, did I just see Mischa Barton? Anyway, just … [Read more] about View from the Top
For One, For All
The time has come when you are replacing the Jonas Bothers for 2 Chainz on your iPhone, lying to your parents about your financial decisions, and making wreck-less decisions that end up in a higher car insurance premium. But that's ok, we all do it and pretty … [Read more] about For One, For All
It’ll Be Okay
Life is hard when perfection is the goal and I’ll admit, I made life harder than it needed to be. Before I ever needed to consider what major I should pursue, I considered, weighed, explored, examined, and vigorously thought about what steps I would need to … [Read more] about It’ll Be Okay
True Life: I Have Thunder Thighs
Though the title has absolutely nothing to do with the article, it has been on my bucket list to title any article like this before graduation. This article is about the plunge; the plunge of dreadfulness that takes over each and every student after the end … [Read more] about True Life: I Have Thunder Thighs