On a particularly warm October evening almost 15 years ago, one of my closest friends asked me if I considered myself a feminist. “Of course not,” I said, puzzled by her question. “You’ve see how much pink is in my room.” Fast forward to current day, and being a feminist […]
Opinion
Christianity in journalism can be beneficial
Many college journalism students are struggling to balance their faith and field of study. At the Spring National College Media Convention in New York, I attended a session titled “Christian in the Newsroom.” The session attracted about two dozen Christians, who wanted to know how other Christians were faring in […]
The connection between Easter and Passover
The term “Judeo-Christian” is often heard and often quoted, usually in reference to the laws and culture of the United States. Still, how many people actually taken the time to consider exactly what that means? There is probably no better time of year to actually ponder that question than the […]
Hockeytown says goodbye to Joe Louis Arena
April 9, 2017, marked the final game played at Joe Louis Arena. The final game, which was treated more like a party than a farewell, brought a 4-1 Detroit Red Wings’ victory over the New Jersey Devils. Late owner Mike Ilitch bought the franchise in 1982, and has owned almost […]
Spring brings back American pastime
Home run! Springtime is here and in my mind, that means only one thing. Baseball is back. Winter reluctantly begins to lose its icy grip on the Midwest, the trees begin to bud, the grass starts growing, and the world seems to start afresh. New life returns to our part […]
There is no better time to be a journalist
One of the highlights of being on The Agora is attending the College Media Association Convention in New York City. There are many ways to get involved while attending MCCC. You can join the Student Government, become a Writing Fellow, or a Student Ambassador. All of these groups provide wonderful […]
Leaving home is expensive
Decisions like when to “leave the nest” and move into your own place are difficult, but necessary. After being a Monroe County Middle College student for five years and graduating this May, I decided that I am going to move out and find my own place this summer. I want […]
Students responsible for their health
Some believe a college lifestyle causes weight gain. Weight gain cannot be applied to all college freshmen because each student is responsible for prioritizing their physical health. The phrase “Freshman Fifteen” is a stereotypical term for the 15-pound weight gain of a college freshman over the course of their […]
Find the logic beyond your perceptions
Your perceptions are your reality. This statement reflects the heart of American culture. America is the land of freedom. People are given the right to express their opinions when at another time or place they may not have for fear of persecution. The freedom to express ideas and opinions has […]
World needs more love, understanding
This year has revealed a whole lot of ugly left in the world. With the divisive election, terrorist attacks across Europe, and shootings and crime here in America, anger and hatred run rampant in the world. This year has brought to light many things people simply close their eyes to […]
