College students across the state mourn after a gunman killed three and injured five at Michigan State University Monday night. As of Tuesday afternoon, three people have been confirmed dead with […]
Posts by Jessica Oakes
Masquerade themed Winter Ball comes to Ferris
Pride Big Rapids and the LGBTQ+ Resource Center invite the Ferris community to a night of dinner, dancing and masquerade madness. Tickets are now on sale for the Winter Ball, […]
Bye-bye BRN
Big Rapids Nutrition’s closing party was a hub for “music, good vibes” and teary-eyed goodbyes. On Friday, Jan. 27, the shake and tea café ended its four-year run in downtown […]
Recruitment season at the RSO spring fair
Student leaders from over 60 political, cultural, athletic and Greek organizations gathered in the David L. Eisler Center to recruit new members last Thursday. The spring fair invites registered student […]
The case for free period products
Almost a year after Michigan’s “tampon tax” was rolled back, crucial hygiene products are still not as accessible as they should be. In a perfect world, every bathroom would be […]
Let children learn
Far too many adults are keeping their children from important education with movements to ban books, history lessons and the mere mention of same-sex relationships. Last year, I attended presentation about […]
Current parking regulations
An updated list of campus parking rules and regulations has been posted to Ferris’ Department of Public Safety website. Notable changes to previous rules include: -“Motor vehicles shall be parked […]
On the Record Nov. 16
Roommate to doommates Nov. 2, 8 p.m. – An East Campus Suites resident reported harassment from a former roommate. The behavior was ongoing and reportedly delivered through a third party. […]
Fraternity brother’s ‘alleged history’ leads to removal from chapter
Disclaimer: This article includes discussion of alleged sexual acts committed against a minor. Ferris’ Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity announced the immediate removal of member Cody Adkins last Friday, following the […]
FFA concludes vote of no confidence
Last week, 89% of participating Ferris Faculty Association members voted no confidence in Provost Bobby Fleischman. The articles of no confidence for the vote, which took place from Oct. 24 to […]