Welcome to the fall 2008 semester. These are challenging and exciting times on campus, in the nation and throughout the world. We are all confronting the economic realities in our everyday lives. We drive by gas stations and are happy when we see gas at $4 a gallon. The once green lawns of our foreclosed neighbors are brown and dying as the sub-prime housing crisis hits home. (0) comments
Crack in a portable container can best define the hundreds of energy drink labels out in the market today. After gulping down the different flavors of Rockstar, Redbull, Monster and many more, the excited result is the same: a caffeine rush that lasts for hours and cannot be obtained by a simple cup of coffee. (0) comments
The opening ceremony for the 2008 Summer Olympic Games from Beijing, China set the tone for what was one of the most memorable Games ever. These Olympics had plenty of storylines and despite the controversy, the entertainment did not disappoint. (2) comments
Historically, women have been classified as inferior to men in society. But, which is truly the inferior sex? Women have fought for their civil rights throughout the American generations. In 1920, the 19th Amendment to the Constitution was signed into law granting women the right to vote. This right was the primary goal of the National Woman Suffrage Association, founded by Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton in 1869. (2) comments
For many, the circus is fun, safe entertainment families and children can enjoy. For all of us who have been educated on the mistreatment of their performing animals, we would say that the circus is far from being the greatest show on earth. (1) comment
The Beijing Olympics 2008: Something that we can all relate to. We, as Americans, are taking part in the worldwide games in one way or another. Whether you are an athlete competing, family or friends of a competing athlete, or just an observer, the games have had an effect on us. (0) comments
If today is your birthday: You are probably the only one who cares. Get over yourself. View news articles from previous years to see what other atrocities were inflicted upon the planet on this day besides your birth. (2) comments
There's a reason things feel unusual at Sacramento State this semester, things are changing for the better. (2) comments