ELIZABETH KRESSFlorence Columnist Nothing could prepare a student for a year overseas. Classes lasting from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., pasta twice a day and a massive language barrier all came as a shock. Stepping out of a comfort zone and absorbing the surrounding culture as quickly as possible suddenly became a necessity, not a luxury. Jet lag slammed our group upon arrival, followed … [Read more...] about For now, Florence students bid ‘ciao bella’ to Malibu
Paparazzi invade locals’ privacy
RACHEL JOHNSONPerspectives Assistant When asked the main difference between living in Malibu and living in most other places in the world, some might answer it is the opportunity to stroll along amazing beaches and view spectacular sunsets almost every day of the year. Some may think it’s the cultural and historic value of the town. Still, others might believe it to be the … [Read more...] about Paparazzi invade locals’ privacy
Game on
CHRIS MAYERLiving Assistant Every so often, video gamers bear witness to a clash of the titans. The competition can often draw out over several years, as each new player unleashes its salvo. When Microsoft Corp., Sony Corp., and Nintendo Co., released new gaming systems between 2000 and 2002, streams of press releases, critiques, fact sheets and advertisements flooded … [Read more...] about Game on
Saddam trial coverage is bias and deficient
SHANNON KELLYAssistant Perspectives Editor Saddam Hussein’s first case in the string of trials for the atrocities he committed during his dictatorship began Oct. 19. Few Americans knew about it, however, because our country’s mainstream media awarded it meager coverage. That day, the repulsive, vicious murderer sat in front of a judge for unfathomable crimes such as brutally … [Read more...] about Saddam trial coverage is bias and deficient
Students can avoid the flu this fall with just a few healthy habits
GARY GREEN, M.D.Health Columnist Last November marked a full month that 5-year-old Ana had been learning to tie her own shoes. One of the older girls who lived a couple of doors down had been teaching her. That day, Ana refused to tie the shoes. She wouldn’t even sit down for snack time. Instead, she clutched a young woman and would not let go. Ana was not sick or scared. In … [Read more...] about Students can avoid the flu this fall with just a few healthy habits