The city of lights is home to a great deal of things: culture, cuisine and community. Ferris students aim to bring that same feeling to the Big Rapids area by […]
Culture
Way better than a radio
With Christmas on the brain and already on the radio, Ferris and Big Rapids residents alike have the opportunity to attend a live concert to get their holiday cheer. With […]
Testing the options
Among the list of things that students hate, taking tests is near the top for most. Luckily, with time, there are ways to avoid the anxiety faced at the end […]
Fostering Christmas spirit
While some people think of the large red bag that Santa Claus carries on the back of his sleigh during the holiday season, there are some who see visions of […]
Donation station
“We always say that a person can give three things: their time, their talent and their treasure. Time is taking time out of their day to go and volunteer, talent […]
FEATURE PHOTO: “Wolf Series” art exhibit
With approximately 600 visitors, Ferris instructor Kathleen VanDeMark showcased her exhibit “Wolf Series” which came to an end Tuesday, Nov. 21. Click here for more Torch photography.
Life in the fast lane
As the days grow colder, the shuttle bus capacity increases. Ferris pre-optometry sophomore Daria Laisure discovered she walks less to and from class on account of the change in weather. […]
It’s OK not to know
“How many of you here know exactly what you are going to do right after you graduate?” Erica Williams Simon said. The room instantly fell silent. Everyone looked around in […]
Bound to the books
Students will find themselves involuntarily cracking textbooks open over the next few weeks in preparation for exam week. Luckily, the English Society has a goal of helping students open books […]
Six years and counting
The Gypsy Nickel Lounge celebrated its sixth anniversary by hosting the second-annual customer appreciation night which included many Ferris students who find Gypsy Nickel to be their saving grace at […]






