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Posts by Mary Benson, Editor in Chief

Dumbing me down

Editorials, Opinions October 17, 2012November 20, 2015 Mary Benson, Editor in Chief

Two hours of my life were wasted watching the vice presidential debate. I thought this debate would be beneficial to help in choosing the best candidate. I wanted to be […]

Out with the old

Editorials, Opinions October 10, 2012November 20, 2015 Mary Benson, Editor in Chief

Does the Pure Michigan campaign really work? We hear it on the radio, see it on TV and every time we come back to Michigan the sign “Welcome to Pure […]

Why I love my job

Editorials, Opinions October 3, 2012November 20, 2015 Mary Benson, Editor in Chief

Dear Editor, Please accept a HUGE round of applause for your September 12th issue. It’s absolutely superb!

A very fine line

Editorials, Opinions September 26, 2012November 20, 2015 Mary Benson, Editor in Chief

You may be judgmental. That’s OK, it means you have some thoughts or feelings you need to express. There is nothing wrong with thinking something is good or bad; it […]

Loosey goosey

Opinions, Summer September 19, 2012November 20, 2015 Mary Benson, Editor in Chief

As a Type A personality, I understand perfectionists. But let’s be honest—nothing can be perfect. This seems very pessimistic but I have learned the hard way—numerous times— that it is […]

Don’t miss your life

Editorials, Opinions September 12, 2012November 20, 2015 Mary Benson, Editor in Chief

College. Marriage. Children. All may seem far away, but all of it is right around the corner. For the past two years, my spring through fall has been full of […]

Get fit with your brain

Editorials, Opinions September 5, 2012November 20, 2015 Mary Benson, Editor in Chief

It’s good for your health to stay physically active, but don’t forget to give your brain a mental workout. As the next generation to become career professionals, we have a […]

Barking in the park

News August 25, 2012November 20, 2015 Mary Benson, Editor in Chief 4 Comments

Got a dog? Or want a dog and can’t have one at school? No worries because on Sept. 1, Big Rapids is proud to announce the opening of the Brutus […]

Making the most of it

Editorials, Opinions August 24, 2012November 20, 2015 Mary Benson, Editor in Chief

For some, Ferris is already their home, but for many, it is new territory. Welcome to all incoming freshmen and returning upper classmen. This year is going to be an […]

Permission to ‘Imagine More’ Required

Editorials, Opinions June 22, 2012November 20, 2015 Mary Benson, Editor in Chief 10 Comments

“Truth, Fairness and Accuracy” is part of the slogan the Torch depends on to serve our readers the news and information of the Ferris community. We understand that being a […]

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