If you’ve been on social media or had a conversation with anyone over the past few months, then you’ve probably heard about the controversy behind plastic straws. The debate surrounds […]
Opinions
Allies, not enemies
I’ve been engaged in the field of journalism for about four years now. However, throughout these years, I have never seen the media under such scrutiny as I have witnessed […]
From one Bulldog to another
When I took a college tour of Ferris’ campus in 2014, I didn’t know I would become a Bulldog. I was considering my options and dragging my feet until the […]
Chat with the Chief: Freshman friend-zy
Hey Bulldogs! My name is Megan Lewton and I will be the editor-in-chief at the Torch for the 2018-19 school year. I’m preparing to begin my junior year in the […]
Deadlines and panic attacks
My chest tightens and lungs spasm like I can’t breathe. I try to take a breath while I hear my heartbeat in my ears. My hands sweat as the room […]
I’m the hero of this story
I hate to break it to you, but your life isn’t a movie. You’re not a damsel in distress and you don’t get a prince (or a princess—I’m not here […]
Comments on color
Racial bias is a real issue and the most recent viral event at Starbucks shows that as well as anything. For those who aren’t familiar, two black men were arrested […]
Chat with the Chief: That’s it
I wasn’t supposed to come to Ferris State University. Three years ago I did the thing that every parent fears and every 16-year-old is warned about: I followed my high school boyfriend. I followed him […]