Elias Arshiya (Sabaghi) is a long way from home, but he’s made himself a home here at Ferris. Arshiya is a German student who has come to Ferris for […]
Culture
So you got an MIP?
You’ve probably heard a story or two about someone who has an MIP, but what does that really mean? You can get a Minor in Possession (MIP) misdemeanor in Michigan […]
Woman’s best friend
On your way to class, you may have noticed someone walking around with a black Labradoodle. You may have asked to pet the dog, and after being denied permission, you […]
Helping and learning
Some Ferris students take on a full credit load, are involved in an organization and still have free time while managing to keep their grades up. Then there is Jared […]
A bulldog goodbye
Ferris marketing senior Evan Pazkowski is a familiar face on campus. Throughout the last four and a half years, Pazkowski has been extremely involved in Ferris life. From being the […]
Torch Confessions: Shooters
Everyone who has been to “Shoots Magoots” has at least seen someone get thrown out of Big Rapids’ classiest establishment. I know I have seen multiple friends and strangers alike […]
Oh the places you’ll go
Most students would agree that studying abroad is a good choice to make. “There are really cool opportunities, and you don’t have to break the bank to do it,” said […]
To Afghanistan and back
More than 2.6 million Americans have served in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, with thousands returning home annually to civilian and student life. Ferris heavy equipment technology freshman and […]
This week in history
Ferris State Phi Alpha Theta History Society hosts “This Week in History” featuring veterans panels, World War Two posters and presentations on wartime historical perspectives. “We are doing this week […]
Torch Confessions: “Gilmore Girls”
There are several paths to demonstrating masculinity, but watching “Gilmore Girls” on television is not one of them. The show features a pair of quick-witted female leads in single mother […]








