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Civilized debate

Editorials, Opinions October 30, 2013November 20, 2015 Alex Wittman

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 […]

Campus collaboration

Editorials, Opinions October 23, 2013November 20, 2015 Alex Wittman

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. […]

Life in limbo

Editorials, Opinions October 16, 2013November 20, 2015 Alex Wittman

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 […]

The future of newspapers

Editorials, Opinions October 9, 2013November 20, 2015 Torch Staff

If I had a nickel for every sarcastic remark I’ve gotten in response to telling someone I want to be a professional journalist, I wouldn’t have to worry about the […]

Challenge yourself

Editorials, Opinions October 2, 2013November 20, 2015 Torch Staff

Ten weeks ago, I was feeling unmotivated and lazy. Without a regimented practice schedule and a coach telling me exactly what to do, I had no desire to workout. As […]

Farewell, Dexter

Editorials, Opinions September 25, 2013November 20, 2015 Alex Wittman

On Sunday night, the Showtime television hit series “Dexter” aired its final episode. For eight seasons, I, along with millions of other viewers, have followed the trials and tribulations of […]

Joy in the mundane

Editorials, Opinions September 18, 2013November 20, 2015 Alex Wittman

When my alarm went off at 6 a.m. on Monday, my first thought wasn’t one suitable for print. Reluctantly, I rolled out of bed and made my way toward the […]

Rembering heroes

Editorials, Opinions September 11, 2013November 20, 2015 Alex Wittman

I was just nine years old when our country was attacked on Sept. 11. Although 12 years has passed, I still distinctly remember my mother sitting me down and attempting […]

Making changes

Editorials, Opinions September 4, 2013November 20, 2015 Alex Wittman

This year, The Torch is recommitting itself to doing the news the right way. As a collegiate newspaper, it’s easy for us to get caught up in producing fun, lighthearted […]

Torch budget crisis continues

Editorials, Opinions August 26, 2013November 20, 2015 Alex Wittman 5 Comments

As students were enjoying the last few days of summer, The Torch staff was hard at work putting together the first issue of the year. Reporters, editors, photographers, advertising and […]

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