Today marks 200 days since Hamas’ invasion of Israeli territory. At last Tuesday’s panel, however, Political Science professor David Takitaki remarked that the conflict in Palestine stretches farther back than […]
Social Issues
Trayvon Martin’s mother to speak on campus
The shooting of Trayvon Martin was heard around the country, resulting in the formation of the Black Lives Matter movement. Twelve years later, Martin’s mother will bring her voice and […]
Looking at history’s future
In 2023, various states introduced over 110 bills that aimed to restrict the teaching of topics including race, gender and American history in both primary and secondary education. These bills […]
Lansing police report 3 students dead and 5 injured in MSU shooting
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 […]
Body cams out of boxes and onto officers
Ferris Department of Public Safety officers will begin wearing body cameras by next month. DPS director Abe Haroon plans to fulfill his promise to equip officers with body worn cameras, […]
Sean Astin leads a conversation on mental health
On Oct. 7, actor turned mental health advocate Sean Astin came to Williams Auditorium to speak to the Big Rapids community about the importance of opening up the mental health conversation. […]
The Ferris community on life after Roe
The Supreme Court ruled against the nearly 50-year-old constitutional right to abortion on June 24, but Ferris students believe the work is not over. As Gov. Gretchen Whitmer explained in […]
Planning for Pride Big Rapids
Big Rapids’ first LGBTQ+ pride event is scheduled for this June, and it is set to feature activities for all ages. The festival is being organized by a group of […]
History professor suspended for profane semester introduction video
On Sunday, tenured history professor Dr. Barry Mehler introduced himself and the new semester in a profane video he posted to YouTube saying, “Welcome to the new season of my […]
Relationships, respect and resources
Ferris is inviting first-year FSUS students to attend Relationships, Respect and Resources for a sexual misconduct presentation. On Sept. 16, University counselor Andrew Slater and Violence Prevention Coordinator Raven Hills […]