The rest of America has stopped going to bookstores. What keeps college students spending their loan money there? College is expensive, but the Internet and its endless array of life […]
Summer
Rate My Professor
Rate My Professor is a gem for the affluent Internet folk. Throughout its tenure as a web page, it has allowed students to give honest and sometimes brutal feedback about […]
What kind of roommate do you have?
As if coming to college away from home is not scary enough, you’ll be living with a complete stranger. Don’t worry; it’s something everyone goes through. To make matters a […]
Chatting with the president
Dr. David Eisler has served as Ferris State University president for nearly 10 years. Before his current title, President Eisler spent more than 25 years teaching with administrative duties at […]
Protecting yourself on campus
What do you do if you feel unsafe? The first thing to do is to be aware of your surroundings. Keep your ears perked and your eyes open. When you […]
Thinking and drinking
Sweet summertime is finally here. School’s out, and for many college students, that means it’s time to party. Not so fast though, Ferris State.
Parking advice from Ferris students
Nearly every Ferris student has woken up late for class and made a dash through campus looking for a vacant parking place. Knowing where to find a parking spot may […]
Mental illness, alcohol and drugs
Topics such as mental illness and substance abuse may seem hard to talk about, but it’s important incoming students are aware of where to get resources or help for these […]
We’re Cookin’ now
Captain Jim Cook is the interim director of the Ferris State Department of Public Safety. He is a lifelong resident of Big Rapids and has been employed at Ferris since […]
Bike tour rolls through Big Rapids
Providing another thing to do this summer, the FSU Alumni Office will be conducting a bike tour through Big Rapids on Saturday, June 29. The scholarship-supporting community event promises fun, […]