Sundance 2017 reflections
In 1978, Robert Redford began what would become the largest independent film festival in North America, as well as the most prestigious film festival…
Independence offers flexibility
The beginning of the spring semester here at Ouachita always starts the same way: Rush Week. There is never a dull moment. It’s a…
Mixed Signals: Tinder
Tinder. Not many people have tried it, and if they have, would they actually admit it? While this popular app has some success stories,…
“It’s a Wonderful Life”: Christmas and the blessings of life
“Strange, isn’t it? Each man’s life touches so many other lives. When he isn’t around he leaves an awful hole doesn’t he?” – Clarence,…
Electronic media: rotting our brains or making us smarter?
It’s a typical Saturday evening at the Wheatley household. With her tail wagging and mouth watering, our 11-year-old Shih Tzu, Maggie, paces frantically around…
“Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life” brings a new twist to an old show
After nine excruciatingly painful years of wondering what happened to one of the most famous mother-daughter duos of all time, Netflix provided many answers…
How the Church Should Move Forward Post-Election
Every four years our country elects a man or woman who claims they will meet the needs of America. Our role, as citizens of…
Reflections on the roles and responsibilites of an older sibling
To Sacrifice After a day devoted to cleaning the house and tutoring my sisters, I adjust the pillows, snuggle under the blankets and, as…
Snapchatting while driving, the dangers associated with it
Ever since its debut in 2011, Snapchat has taken the world by storm, especially here in America. It seems that every time I walk…
Thanksgiving around the world
The smell of a baking pecan pie wafts in the air. The whistles of the referee and the screams of the fans can be…