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7-day vegetarianism helped

Humm: experience opened eyes to different lifestyle

For a few years I have wanted to try to eat only organic food for a week. Full story

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Take chances, make mistakes, get messy

Adversity creates seeds for future success, motivates to accomplish dreams

I get lots of ideas for things I just have to make happen.

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Ottawa has many good things to offer

Humm: Students should go local; It’ll make you feel more at home

When you drive through downtown Ottawa, you will notice something different this year.

Vail: Words require deeds; Faith demands action

Claiming belief should equal living it out, not forcing morality on others

Actions speak louder than words.

Jurski: Road blocks, criticism necessary

Challenges, feedback will improve newspaper in coming semester

Sometimes I find it hard to have expectations. I think it’s the realist in me.

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Local businesses show support

University, town need to function together

Ask around and you may get the sense that the community and OU aren’t completely tied together.

Reflection on past year leads to higher goals

At the end of my first year in college, there are a ton of things to look back on.

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Leadership brings difficulties, opportunities

Times spent on Campus staff will be remembered

I was told it'd be lonely at the top. But, I refused to believe it.

Humm: College newspaper is great experience

Working on Campus editorial staff brought increased interest in journalism career

Growing up I always read the newspaper to keep myself informed, however, I didn't think I would become involved in telling the news.

Newspaper is fun, rewarding experience

Looking forward to more improvement, greater opportunities next year

When I started college, I thought I wanted to do journalism. I went back and forth for a while.

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Future brings new opportunities

The Campus hopes to improve in next year

Some people may find it scary to look into the future.

West: Student needs should trump campus appearance

Since the students have arrived back on campus from spring break I have noticed a lot of construction.

Martin hall going from all girls to co-ed not bad thing

As we all know by now, Martin Hall will be a Co-Ed dorm next year.

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University should share information

Student body wants to know about what happens on campus

No one knows it all.

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Jurski: How much a person shares should not reflect their personality

Debate: How much should people share?

I like a little mystery in life.

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Debate: How much should people share?

Vail: Sharing is good, but some reserve is necessary

All of us have things that we choose to share about ourselves.

Oliver: Different journeys of faith bring out different testimonies

Message of Faith

Have you ever sat down and actually read Ecclesiastes?

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Oliver: Watch movies online for convenience

Debate: how to get, watch movies

When it comes to movies I almost don't have any preference to which method of madness to embark on for my escape from reality.

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Roseberry: Buy movies for memories, keep experiences

Debate: How to get, watch movies

I can't bear to watch a movie for the first time and give it back.

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Humm: Redbox most fun for price

Debate: How to get, watch movies

In today's economy, there are very few things that you can pay a dollar for and get two hours of entertainment and enjoyment out of.

Harris: US needs health care, not profits

How could the United States of America be the richest of all countries and be the only one not providing universal health care?

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Keep sports fun, respect others

Fighting during competition detracts from experience

Sports are about good hearted competition.

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7-day vegetarianism helped

Humm: experience opened eyes to different lifestyle

For a few years I have wanted to try to eat only organic food for a week.

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Some standards are necessary, right

There must be criteria for leadership

A grade point average does not determine what kind of leader someone is.

Spring break is not up to hype

Don’t wait for vacation, enjoy little things here

Many of us are looking forward to spring break. This is normal. We want to spend some time out of school, maybe get away from our roommates, see our families, have some fun. We’re probably also looking forward to warmer weather. The problem with this is that spring break sometimes isn’t either.

Worldview based on presumptions

A book by James Sire opens with the following story.

Pageants may build up child’s confidence, life skills

Events can be learning experiences even for younger children

Lights, camera, action.

Prejudice still reality, especially in small towns

Help stop discrimination on OU Campus.

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Valentine’s Day priorities off

Holiday should be about love, not gift sizes or price tags

I’m not really into romance.

Jurski: Facebook not worth time, energy

Social networks no substitute for real, meaningful social interactions

I do not have a Facebook. 3 comments

Text messaging in car not worth risk

Oprah, 19 states agree texting while driving must stop

Talk show host Oprah Winfrey just recently launched an online pledge campaign on her Web site to get drivers to commit to ending the practice of texting and talking on the phone while driving.

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Customer service workers deserve break

Consumers should treat servers in all fields with respect and manners

My sister always told me she was a server. Not a servant.

America: One nation under Satan

Message of Faith

I know for certain that a few years ago I was convinced America was truly a Christian nation – one nation under God. 4 comments

Allan: College memories linger beyond four years

When Cyrus asked me to write a guest column for The Campus, I was both sickened and horrified.

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New memories define new year

Opportunities await students for year 2010

New year, new resolutions, new memories.

Doomsday theories are hogwash

December 21, 2012 will be the day that the entire planet holds a collective breath.

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Civility forgotten on Black Friday

Holiday sales bring out the worst in deal-hungry shoppers

  Something about the term ‘Black Friday’ just seems negative to me.

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Racist remarks still prominent

Hate speech roots run deep, even on campus

Racism isn’t new. It’s something that has existed since the beginning of time.

‘Strange Fruit’: accurate depiction of US history

Strange Fruit Southern trees bear strange fruit.

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Preparation for adulthood is complex, tricky

Growing older might be required, but growing up is optional

Alright, I’ll admit it — I’m growing up.

OU affiliated with more than Baptists

When I first came to Ottawa University, knowing of its religious affiliation and finding out about the required religion courses, I was skeptical.

Deception accepted at face value

How am I doing? Do you really want to know?

Creepers don’t belong on campus

It’s hard to be too concerned about personal safety in a cozy little town like Ottawa.

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Students need designated drivers

College is about more than drinking, responsibility is also cool

It's perfectly natural for college students to drink or even just think about drinking.

Cunningham: Pay it forward, make a difference

Pay it forward.   You have probably heard the saying, maybe have even seen the movie, but is it something you live? 1 comment

I wish someone had all the answers

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Since I’ve been a student at OU, I’ve never questioned my faith and religion more.

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OU offers civil opportunities

Students should take on local volunteerism

Being a part of the Ottawa community is something to take pride in.

Most Obama critics not racist

We are always reminded of race. When Barack Obama was elected president of the United States, he had to know moments like these were inevitable.

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Be true to your school, values

How people choose to represent themselves is a choice for each individual.

Everybody needs a little direction in this life

A woman walked into my house Thursday morning.

Questioning God’s validity

Deep doubts sometimes lead to deeper wisdom

When school first started I had many doubts and questions about my faith in God.

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Privacy lost in digital age

Do students still value privacy or is it extinct?

The lost art of privacy.

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Opinion 1 : Parking issue sparks debate

Roseberry: Seniors should be granted priority parking spaces

It is 9:49 in the morning and I’m looking for a water bottle and Pop Tart.

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Opinion 2: Parking issue sparks debate

Shea: OU freshmen are entitled to parking spaces

The first day I stepped on campus here at Ottawa University I realized how difficult it was going to be to find a parking spot.