Editorials

It’s been said that if you want something done right, you must do it yourself. But what about when doing it yourself just isn’t an option? I was in Grand […]

Growing up, things came very easy to me. I should have taken more time to appreciate the smooth sailing because it wasn’t long until I received my first significant reality […]

As a Millennial coming of age in the United States, it’s frustrating to be generalized as part of a population that doesn’t care about anything (other than twerking). Politicians, professors […]

Without fail, the first few weeks of the spring semester always bring a flood of students to the rec center. Reenergized by the idea of a fresh start, students, myself […]

It’s hard not to get nostalgic when you’re in your hometown. Having spent this past summer in Big Rapids completing an internship, it’s been awhile since I’ve been home for […]

Recent comments on the Torch website have prompted me to explain why we are pursuing the student government election results. This past week, a reader left a comment on the […]

In a letter from the editor earlier this semester, I announced the Torch had recommitted itself to presenting the news the right way. I apologized for the inadequate coverage we […]

Last week, I attended “The God Debate,” and I wasn’t the only one. Students, faculty and community members packed IRC 120 for the event sponsored by Student Secular Alliance and […]

As a journalist, it’s exciting to look around this campus and see all the stories just waiting to be told. At the same time, it can be a bit daunting. […]

Midterm grades have yet to come out and students are already discussing housing options for next year. Many underclassmen are looking forward to moving off-campus for the first time and […]