Thanksgiving Blessings
Families and friends gather every year to celebrate not only the pilgrims who began to thrive in America but to recognize and account for all of the blessings which they have in their lives.
[Continue Reading »]Common cures for winter blues in the city of five seasons
Fun and affordable actives can be hard to find during the winter. Between cold temperatures and high prices for just about everything it can be hard to get a break from homework and studying for finals.
[Continue Reading »]Not all professional athletes are role models
Kirkwood has amazing student athletes who are expected behave with dignity on the court, but will that continue if their sports heroes behave like Tom Brady?
[Continue Reading »]Saving the planet starts with small steps
We must take active steps and not just idly stand by and wait for someone else to come up with a solution.
[Continue Reading »]Time for reflection on the past and future
Recently, Kirkwood sent an email asking me to fill out a survey. One of the questions asked, “If you could start the semester over, what would your change?
[Continue Reading »]Gun control is not the only answer
The Second Amendment is one of the most debated rights of Americans today. With the increase in mass shootings it is easy to see why people are wanting more gun control and/or the outlawing of guns in general. However, I believe there are two main issues with taking away guns.
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The great debate of book to movie adaptations
Is a movie adaptation ever as good as the book? That is a debate I hear often and it a polarizing topic.
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All roads from Kirkwood lead to Rome
When I first came to Kirkwood about three years ago, I had no idea my adventures in higher education would eventually lead me to our amazing International Programs department and my own opportunity to study in Rome, Italy for two glorious weeks. Recommended by my philosophy professor at [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Student experiences the cadaver lab
It was the first day of Anatomy and Physiology class. I didn’t quite know what my nursing program preparation would entail but I knew I wanted to be a nurse. Getting through the classes required to get into the nursing program was non-negotiable. Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2 are prerequisite classes.
[Continue Reading »]Sick of Christmas before Halloween
I believe it is too early to start putting out Christmas decorations in stores. Christmas can be a stressful time for college students. Money is often very tight and we have to balance our time studying for finals, working and traveling home to see family. Christmas is also [Continue Reading »]
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