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 […]
Editorials
Campus collaboration
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 […]
