Stephen Hawking dies, leaves discoveries in his wake
On Wednesday, March 14, the renowned and respected scientist, Stephen Hawking, passed away at 76-years-old. Hawking was born in Oxford, England, and enrolled at Oxford …
Posts tagged life
Taking in a breath of sunshine
On Sunday, I finally saw something that I have longed to see for some two weeks now—sunshine. It seems for the past couple of weeks we …
Spotlight: ETSU Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy professor Dr. Brian Cross
Dr. Brian Cross grew up in a small college town like Johnson City in Morgantown, West Virginia and attended West Virginia University, where he received …
Films need more minority groups with strong role models
There is a growing need for big name, epic films to contain main roles with women and people of color due to a surprising lack …
Father, I would like to make a confession
As a student, I’m sure you’ve felt it. Somewhere in the semester every student has these issues. It’s not unheard of, nor is it uncommon, …
Become the greatest general; strive for more
Recently, in one of my business classes we were assigned to read a book entitled “StrengthsFinder 2.0.” This brief, straight-to-the-point book is centered around one central …
Spotlight: “Let’s Talk” counselor Rebecca Alexander
Rebecca Alexander grew up in New England. She received her bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in environmental studies. Later, in life, she decided …
Don’t eat the Apple, socialize instead
On Wednesday, I walked from Sam Wilson Hall to the Culp Center and passed four very close friends, yet not one of them acknowledged my …
Music: Is it debatable?
Music. Besides politics and religion, it is one of the most divisive topics in modern culture. Whether you air on the side of heavy metal …
You’re ready, it’s time to move out
Regardless of where we’re from, everyone wants to get out every once in awhile. Whether you’re from Nashville, Knoxville, or somewhere where nobody’s ever heard …