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Posts by Christa Cwiek

Haunted history

Culture October 27, 2010November 20, 2015 Christa Cwiek

The evolution of Halloween from a day of religious observances to today’s modern traditions has taken decades. According to history-of-halloween.net, Halloween was originally celebrated by the Celts nearly 2,000 years […]

Behind closed doors

Culture October 20, 2010November 20, 2015 Christa Cwiek

A total of 55 tombstones with purple ribbons on them have lined the campus quad since Oct. 11 to represent 55 deaths caused by domestic violence. Jessica Moore, a member […]

The King is back

Culture October 13, 2010November 20, 2015 Christa Cwiek

Since Elvis’ death in 1977, Elvis tribute artists like Jake Slater have kept the memory and spirit of him alive. Jake Slater and the EAS Band from Chicago will be […]

Pioneer Handicapitalist

Culture October 7, 2010November 20, 2015 Christa Cwiek

As Disability Awareness Month begins, Ferris has several events in store to increase acceptance of differences and celebrate diversity on campus. Events planned for October include speaker Johnnie Tuitel, known […]

The Jellyfish Man

Culture September 29, 2010November 20, 2015 Christa Cwiek 1 Comment

“Have you ever seen someone die?” Ian McCormack asked the audience. McCormack, originally from New Zealand, came to Ferris from England on Sept. 24 to share his story entitled “A […]

Nonverbal signs

Culture September 22, 2010November 20, 2015 Christa Cwiek

The phrase “actions speak louder than words” rings true when it comes to nonverbal body language, especially in a classroom setting. First impressions on the first day of classes are […]

Music fraternity takes center stage

Culture September 15, 2010November 20, 2015 Christa Cwiek

Kappa Kappa Psi, a fraternity in its adolescent stages, is working to give music lovers an organization that allows members to share their passion. Drew Heath, FSU senior and second […]

Honoring American heroes

Culture September 11, 2010November 20, 2015 Christa Cwiek

FSU Athletics and FSU Student Veterans are teaming up to show appreciation for American veterans at a football game at Top Taggart Field. “Once I saw the game was scheduled […]

What a waste

Opinions August 25, 2010November 20, 2015 Christa Cwiek

As a college student living in the dorms, it can be extremely difficult to be environmentally conscious when disposing of garbage. When I was growing up, my family recycled just […]

Fighting the 15

Culture August 25, 2010November 20, 2015 Christa Cwiek

For many students, the drastic change of moving from home into the dorms can cause devastating changes on the scale. Adjusting to cafeterias at college, which offer dozens of food […]

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