Photo by Ashley Alonzo First of all, “lurk” is defined as the act of remaining hidden to wait in ambush for someone or something. However, in the urban dictionary, “lurking” is defined as spying on people online while remaining invisible. Anyhow, who cares about the professional definitions, right? All there […]
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Anorexia and Signs of the Eating Disorder
Photo by Ashley Alonzo Pictured: Todd DeBato and Ada Castro Anorexia has been a topic discussed from the dark times of middle school to the glory days of high school, and it is still being discussed once we step on to college campuses. […]
Are You a Potential Victim of Domestic Violence?
Courtesy of Willow Domestic Violence Center There is no specific age, race, economic status, ethnicity, religion or sex that domestic violence can happen to. By learning and recognizing red flags or warning signs of domestic violence abusers, some may be able to help themselves or even someone else. A few […]
Critical Listening
Photo by Ashley Alonzo The usual issue when it comes to listening includes annoyance, confusion, frustration and impatience with the intended information not being completely delivered nor comprehended. Listening is often taken as a technique developed as humans grow, but students at OU and around the world might show the […]
Then vs. Now
OTTAWA–In just four years at Ottawa University, the campus underwent a transformation that made it almost unrecognizable to those who have not been around recently. The seniors on campus have had the chance to see a fair share of changes in their four or more years here. But for those […]
Relationships to Booty Calls
Photo by Rodney Latham OTTAWA–This past Wednesday evening, Ottawa University presented Relationships to Booty Calls in the Goppert Conference Room. This event was held for all students and was an opportunity for them to have questions answered by a panel of students, participate in polls and play in Battle of […]
When It Comes to Breakfast
Photo by Ashley Alonzo OTTAWA–The breakfast burrito and the paninis are to be argued as the only enjoyable foods during the morning. However, there is still discomfort regarding the way those are made, as well as how often. The main issue Gerardo Villarruel argues is that the eggs are not edible: Any time he feels like […]
Sibling Harmony
OTTAWA–We all have them, and if you haven’t, you have definitely heard the stories. Fights, mischief and all-around trouble are just a few of the perks of having siblings. Most people get to separate from their brother or sister after high school, but what if you didn’t? Moving on to […]
The New Barbie Awakens
Photo by Rodney Latham OTTAWA–Criticism to Barbie’s body has been an ongoing fight for the last 10 years. Despite Mattel including new hairstyles, skin colors and fashion trends, Barbie is still criticized for misrepresenting the "average woman." Although now, some people are pleased they finally have their Barbie. Evelyn Mazzoco, senior vice president and global general […]
‘Love Your Melon’ at Ottawa U
A common fear amongst young people is getting picked last in a recess kickball game. Getting picked last, however, seems like a dream to kids fighting for their lives in hospitals. Love your Melon was founded on Oct. 22, 2012, by college sophomores Zach Quinn and Brian Keller. It began with the idea […]