When students begin to look for the college of their choice they often consider various things. Not only do students seek educational value, scholarships available, and extra curricular activities the school has to offer. Students want to attend a college that can serve their interests and offer an environment where […]
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Phillips: Too blessed to be stressed; God will help with trouble
It is that time of the year again. Although we just got back to school from a month-long break, things are in full swing once again. Looking beyond the daily trials and tribulations of life, everyone has homework, projects and other responsibilities on their plate. Some have sports practices on […]
Call of Duty’s popularity prevents teen pregnancy
Many people know about Call of Duty: Black Ops and its crazy popularity. On launch day the game brought in $350 million and another $650 million in the five days following. Needless to say the game hit its $1 billion mark pretty quickly. Some may say video games are a […]
Many events can help with stress, boredom among student body
Ottawa University is a very eventful campus. I like the fact that this school generally always has some sort of entertainment for the students. There is usually something going on at least once a week. For example, we have only been back in school for two weeks, and already there […]
Public service can take on many forms; needs to be prioritized
In his 1961 inaugural address, newly elected President John F. Kennedy said the famous words “And so, my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.” Most people view public service as having a direct connection to being in […]
Texting while driving banned in state of Kansas
Texting and driving is now banned in Kansas. This may be a frustration to some people. Some will consider it an imposition on our rights. The law cannot predict all possible circumstances. There may be conditions where a reasonable person would deem texting while driving necessary. Another issue with texting […]
New building plans combine cafeteria, bookstore, library
When OU alumni return to campus, the center could look different with a new Student Life Center. Ottawa University President Kevin Eichner said this project will take time but will be a place for students. “Of all the things we’ve worked on, I’m most excited about this,” Eichner said. The […]
Humm: Brownback plans to cut vital services
The success of Republican Sam Brownback in the Kansas Governor’s race in November means hard cuts to vital aspects of services to citizens and communities. While being fiscally conservative in this economy isn’t always a bad thing, eliminating important services is. According to articles written by the Associated Press, Gov. […]
Students should balance class, activities
College should be a learning experience. Balancing class, sports, activities and having a social life should be a bit challenging at first. You should feel the stress and the pressure. It’s normal, it helps drive the things you love doing. But how you rank these things could determine your whole […]
Couple gives university $1 million gift
Over the holiday season, Ottawa University received a $1 million donation from Ramon and Glenda Schmidt. This donation will help the university in 3 different places: the online and adult Center for Academic and Professional Services , the Adawe LifePlan Center and OU’s commitment to being a liberal arts institution. […]