Taking chances. We’re often told to take chances because it might change our lives or it might make us see something differently. But how many of us actually do it? All too often, we become comfortable with where we are in life, and we don’t want to lose that. So […]
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New librarian makes changes
A new face brings along many new opportunities for the Meyers Library’s online services. Caleb Puckett has been added to the staff of Meyers Library as Instruction Librarian. “We are really excited to have Caleb here because he brings a new face to the Library,” Jan Lee, librarian, said. “He […]
Men’s Basketball Athlete of the Week
Name: Colby Regier Class: Junior Hometown: Topeka, Kansas Major: Human Services Favorite Food: Apple Pie Favorite Music: All kinds of music Favorite Athlete: Michael Jordan Hobbies/Interest outside of your sport: “I like to fish, golf and just be outdoors.” Do you have any pre-game rituals?: “I listen to music and […]
Hot new movies to watch while it’s cold outside
The holiday breaks are in sight and so is the relaxation that accompanies them. What is a better way to de-stress after tests and finals than to go see a movie? Here are several upcoming or current movies that you should consider: Wreck-It Ralph— Nov. 2 In Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph, […]
Politicians should be held to promises, supervised
The American presidential elections will be held in less than a month. They are a crucial moment for the future of the country. When we choose who will govern our city, state or country, there are several values or beliefs that make us choose one option or the other. […]
How to be different when you’re a…
Michael Matos, senior 1.)What year are you? Senior 2.)Do you go by a nickname? “Matos.” I go by that because Michael is kind of cliché. 3.)Do you know why you were named Michael? If so, why? No, I don’t know. But I do know it was one […]
Bringing in year-round fashion and style
On campus, many people wear sweats, others dress up. Sophomore Amy Hastings likes to dress up more on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays because she has more classes on those days. “It takes me anywhere from 5 minutes to an hour to get ready,” Hastings said. “Doing my hair takes […]
Upcoming Winter blues hurt college experience, can be helped
Now that winter is just around the corner, there are a few things that must change in order to adapt in this college environment. Now that you’ve been attending Ottawa University for about a month and a half, you should already have all your textbooks, know your way around […]
Message of Faith: Seeing life through God’s glasses
Migraines have been an unwelcome part of my life recently. I’ve had as many as two or three migraines a week for the last month or so, and I have to say it hasn’t exactly been fun. It wasn’t until about a week ago when I tried wearing my […]
Editorial: Student interaction with community important
Sometimes it’s good to just stop and recognize your surroundings. When was the last time you actually walked around downtown? Ottawa is clearly not a big city, but there are many ways to familiarize one’s self with the city in which they attend school. Years ago, there was a […]