Tag: andres rivera columns
Journalism isn’t dying, just changing
The hardest part about being a journalist is to know that your profession is radically changing every day.
Public transportation needs an update
My beloved Nissan Altima was so close and yet useless on Monday. Unfortunately my car’s battery was dead and I was stranded at home.
Relieve stress, take on a hobby
There’s nothing like hoisting yourself up to the top of the world. Starting at the base of a rock climbing wall or going out and finding a perfect spot to conquer, either one is a thrill.
G.E. requirements: Rotten to the core
Liberal arts colleges are an endangered species and for good reason. With the average person wanting to get in and out of college as quickly as possible, the demand for an institution that excels in providing a well-rounded education is miniscule.
Religion and politics: where to draw the line
Candidates for public office are in a constant struggle to keep certain facts about their lives away from the public eye, in fear of the information compromising election results. Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney is no different as his devout Mormon status is conflicting with his qualifications in the voters’ eyes.
Protests taint a day of remembrance
During the many Sept. 11 memorials, walks and other observances held throughout the week, one event didn’t coincide with this time of remembrance and reflection on events that occurred five years ago.