After becoming a country music phenomenon with the 2024 release of “Cold Beer and Country Music,” Zach Top has returned with his second album, “Ain’t in It for My Health.” […]
Culture
Tailgate at Top Taggart
College football home openers typically call for a big tailgate, which brings a crowd on campus filled with more than just students, and at Ferris, this idea is no exception. […]
Common ground
For years, the return of college students to the Big Rapids community has attracted some grievances from many Big Rapids natives. Each semester, there is no shortage of people who […]
The art of drag
Kicking off the first day of the fall semester, the LGBTQ+ resource center hosted its annual Drag Bingo event. Drag Bingo takes place at the start of the fall semester […]
Beyond the degree
Going to college is about getting a degree, but it’s also about pursuing dreams and passions, and the start of students making their mark on the world. Every student wants […]
Freshmen perspectives
With a new semester comes a calendar filled with events and activities, ranging from comedians to club sports. Campus is bubbling with life and excitement for the new semester, but […]
Freshman’s guide to success
Every year, hundreds of freshmen come to Ferris with all kinds of different expectations for their college careers. Some come in intending to focus solely on their education. Others come […]
Starting off strong
Summer break is coming to an end, and getting back into the swing of things isn’t easy for everyone. The transition from summer break to the fall semester occurs so […]
Torch tunes
As the campus slowly comes back to life, students are beginning to prepare for move-in day. While students are busy planning and packing, the Torch wants to cross one preparation […]
Editor’s statement – Grace Heethuis
When people look at the culture section, they should see truthful fun and accurate depictions of what it means to be a Ferris student. For those who don’t know me, […]