By Jess Morgan Lawrence’s Viking Room (VR) is a great way for upperclassmen to socialize on campus. After spending about two and a half years on campus, the mysterious room in Memorial Hall’s basement is finally revealed to students once they turn 21. While the VR is a great asset on campus, not everyone will…
Writing a novel in a month, together
By Jess Morgan Writing an entire novel sounds like a crazy challenge, especially for a busy Lawrence student. After all, it can be hard enough to finish reading a novel within a month of classes. The idea of writing a novel in that same time frame is a bit bizarre, but the task is worth…
Don’t forget snail mail
By Jess Morgan Snail mail is too easily dismissed. With all of the technology at our fingertips, it is almost unheard of to send or receive letters. Text messages and emails are received much more quickly, but they’re not as personal as the art of a written note. While we’re away at college, letters are…
No backpacks, coats or trust in Corner Store
By Jess Morgan This past week, I was shocked when asked to leave my backpack outside of our campus’s favorite convenient store. The sign outside that read, “Coats, backpacks, purses, etc. are not permitted in Kate’s Corner Store,” was unexpected on our safe and friendly campus. The new rule came into effect after a shoplifting…
“Price of an Education” not fit for Lawrence
By Jess Morgan “Price of an Education,” which replaced “Sex Signals” from previous years, was eagerly awaited by freshmen, welcome week leaders and residence life staff alike. When everyone filed into Stansbury Theatre on Thursday, Sept. 11, attendees were expecting a show that would be an “entertaining, yet informative series of comedic and dramatic scenes…
In music, voice says what instruments can’t
There are few radio stations that play instrumental or classical music; the majority of songs being played are recent popular music. While people continue to write new instrumental pieces, modern music containing lyrics is played more frequently on the radio and in concert venues. My studies in music theory and 11 years of practice with…
Transcend the blanket fort
Choosing a major and career path can be a concern for multi-interested and too-talented-for-your-own-good Lawrence students. The more opportunities for consideration, the more difficult it becomes to focus on fewer interests and pursuits, both during and after college. Occasionally I hear the advice from adults or peers that “You will figure it all out.” We…
No such thing as “Facebook stalking”
You might consider me a Facebook stalker. I, however, believe my use of the website is typical of many other students. Nearly all Facebook users are guilty of it: finding something on the newsfeed that leads us to view many sections of that individual’s profile, pictures and interests. I have always found it interesting what…
Providing the comfort of gender-neutral bathrooms
Personally, the gender-neutral bathroom topic does not affect me. Within the dorms and buildings around campus, I feel incredibly comfortable. But for transgender and gender-nonconforming students, gender-specific locations such as the bathroom may come with a sense of discomfort. While there are many students who would not understand the benefits of the addition of gender-neutral…
End laws targeting specific breeds
Dogs were domesticated and bred by people, for people. They serve humans as companions, bomb sniffers and hunting dogs. However, through the actions of people, several dogs have been unfairly treated and euthanized. It is unfortunate that neglect and mistreatment of dogs, either by careless owners or dog fighters, has resulted in negative reputations of…