What can we expect out of the Big 12 this season?’ It seems every week there is a surprise, and honestly there is no clear-cut front-runner.’ I see Kansas, Kansas State, Missouri and Texas as big players in the championship race this year. The Kansas Jayhawks are in first place […]

When an athlete’s hard work earns them national recognition, it is gratifying to the individual, as well as the team.’ That is the feeling on the Ottawa University women’s soccer team for two players. Amanda Just and Elizabeth Wilkens earned NAIA All-American honorable mention honors and were both named to […]

Peer pressure is something college students face throughout their college careers. Peer pressure is when someone decides to involve themselves in something, not because they want to but because of their peers. Peer pressure can be a good and in some cases both good and bad. There are various types […]

The upcoming track and field season will provide a fresh start for Ottawa athletes this spring. As the beginning of the track season draws closer, some members of the team will be looking to excel in the indoor circuit before the outdoor season breaks into full swing. Freshman Hayden Meersman […]

Prostitution isn’t much of a problem for Ottawans. The last time I drove down Main Street I didn’t see anybody soliciting sex. Of course, business isn’t really booming for downtown anyway. ‘ Either way, prostitution may not seem to directly affect us, but the effects it passes down onto women […]

Computers and technology have become an integral part of daily life. Most jobs require some level of computer interaction and technological skill.’ In order to incorporate these functions into daily education, teachers may wish to direct their attention toward technology in the classroom. Using a projector is a way professors […]

Many students receive refund checks a few weeks into a new semester. Once the money is in hand it’s time for students to decide on what they should spend them on. ‘I usually put them in the bank or spend them on a big purchase,’ sophomore Lucas Straub said. ‘I […]

There are a variety of majors a student can choose from by attending Ottawa University. But when a person follows their passion, money might not be a thought right away.’ By choosing a major, students are determining how much money they will make after college. ‘I plan to use my […]

Ottawa University faculty have found that the economic downturn is not as bad as it could be for their lives and jobs. ‘ Kara Cunningham, assistant professor of communications and business, said that communications was one of the departments that had to take a budget cut. ‘ She also said […]

Spring 2009 Ottawa University graduate Emily Loughary said she made her decision to go to graduate school at the last minute, but she is glad she made that decision. Loughary said she has friends who are seeking jobs, but cannot seem to land a job in this economy.’ She feels […]