Let’s face it, most of us are probably guilty of receiving a text message behind the wheel and fighting off the urge to pick up the phone and see what Earth-shattering update awaits our response. After all, what’s the harm in just glancing down for a few seconds to at least see who the message is from? What could possibly go wrong?
Publication: Volume 85 (Fall 2013 - Spring 2014)
Volume 85 (Fall 2013 – Spring 2014)
Arcade Fire’s “Reflecktor” Explores Genres
Where does “indie rock” end and “freakin’ huge rock band” begin? For Arcade Fire, the biggest little band in the world right now, you could argue multiple points. Some might say it’s selling out Madison Square Garden (twice), and others would argue winning Album of the Year at the Grammy’s is the point of no return. Which one is it?
Students Tackle Real-Life Tragedy in Fall Play
This year marks the 15th anniversary of the tragedy against a member of the LGBT community, Matthew Sheppard, which took place in Laramie, Wyoming. In recognition of the anniversary, The Department of Music and Theatre Arts presents “The Laramie Project” as this year’s fall play.
Pure Barre Red Bank Hosting College Night for Local Students
Pure Barre Red Bank is hosting a college night for local students Wednesday, November 13 and Thursday, Nov. 21 at 7:45 pm at the studio located at 127 Broad Street.
Daring Docu-series Deals With Death
“She’s like not breathing and she’s blue and like stiff and like f***ing dead,” Nicole, a 25 year old woman, said to the 911 operator asking why she thinks her mother is dead.
Blue Hawk Records Fundraises Online
While some were trick or treating on Oct. 31, Blue Hawk Records was launching an online campaign to raise funds to record a new album. Bake sales are fun, but Blue Hawk Records, the University’s very own record label, realized there might be a slightly cooler way to raise money. The young label has been campaigning on Indiegogo.com to raise $500 for a new album.
Hiding Behind the Wall of Technology
With the rise in technological use over the years, the way that we communicate has been altered. There is now a new form of communication among people, which has moved us away from face-to-face communication, and towards the new technology revolution. In addition to face-to-face communication, we are now able to speak to one another using text messages, emails and instant messaging, among many other forms of technologically advanced communication.
Five Years Since the Economic Crisis: Where Are We Now?
President Obama announced the five-year anniversary of the financial crisis at his address to the nation last month, reminding Americans that we have yet to fully recover from the economic collapse of the 2008.
Special New Jersey Senatorial Election Voter Turnout at All Time Low
On Oct. 17, Democrat Cory Booker won the special election to be U.S Senator for New Jersey against Republican Steve Lonegan. They both ran for an aggressive two months to finish Sen. Frank Lautenberg term after he passed away while in office last June at age 89. Unfortunately, the turnout was extremely low for this election.
Is Lobbying Good for Politics?
The Effects on Lobbying in the American Political System
We know that Congressmen are not all math wizzes who can foresee all outcomes when it comes to economic theory; they are not seasoned scientists who can cite the effects every decision has on the environment. Apart from hearings, advisors, and constituents like you and me, who really informs politicians and government officials?