The homecoming committee recently announced musical comedian Bo Burnham will headline the Homecoming Comedy Show at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 23, in Williams Auditorium. The 24-year-old comedian got his […]
Month: August 2015
Landlord charged with solicitation
Special to the Torch courtesy of the Pioneer Group By Emily Grove-Davis A Big Rapids landlord faces a misdemeanor charge for allegedly propositioning a possible tenant for sexual favors. Craig […]
News briefs
Silent Disco Entertainment Unlimited, Student Government and the Music Industry Management Association are teaming up to host a silent disco from 9 to 11 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 31, in […]
Happy trails
Plans are now in motion to fully pave Michigan’s longest rail trail. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources recently applied for a $4 million grant from the Michigan Department of […]
Getting to know the new Student Government President
Wayne Bersano is a senior in resort and hospitality management from Pinconning. He was elected after a year as vice president under Andrew Kalinowski. He campaigned while studying in Germany […]
A taste of the real world
Internships are arguably the best way to decide if a student’s chosen field of study is the right fit. They provide a temporary glimpse into a career path, and many […]
The keys to school success
Whether you’re a brand new freshman or have been in college for a while, a little advice can go a long way. To help Ferris students get back into (or […]
Don't let your closet drain your wallet
Between RSOs, internships, and class presentations, Ferris students need an outfit that goes beyond leggings or sweatpants once in a while. Thanks to the First Lady’s Attic, worrying about how […]
University of El Salvador vs Ferris St.
This summer, I was part of a group of social work students who traveled to El Salvador for a study away trip through Ferris. El Salvador is a Spanish speaking […]
Learning to function as an adult
Everyone reaches that special day. The day where the balloons drop, confetti scatters the floor and the sign reads, “you’ve made it to adulthood!” Not really, but a lot of […]