Recently, ESPN commentator, Keith Olbermann, did a segment on his show about what he called “batting practice,” or the way we attack the people we disagree with on social media — indiscriminately...
Every time there’s some form of tragedy or catastrophe, every holiday when the roads are jam packed with people traveling back and forth to visit friends and families, I get a call from the United Blood...
Although I admire the writer’s sense of voice and humor, the review of “The Glory of Living” was embarrassing for all parties involved. Embarrassing for the writer, as it displayed his complete lack...
I really want to like Taylor Swift.
I like her music, and I’m sure she is a great person, but I can’t like her. In fact, I kind of hate the celebrity that is “Taylor Swift.”
Professional...
This week, a resolution was proposed to Student Senate that would cut funding to The Dakota Student. Though we didn’t learn of this resolution’s existence until the night before it was heard, we spoke...
The British Museum. Photo by Alex Stadnik.
Staring down the dream
If you are reading this and are on the fence about studying abroad, it is my sincerest hope I can encourage you to take the plunge...
President Kelley wants to make UND exceptional. I think that is fantastic. His five goals outlined during his State of the University address are inspiring, to say the least. The future of UND certainly...
So, I’m going to Florida for spring break — and yes, I plan on rubbing that in everyone’s face as much as possible.
This is my first major trip I’ve handled start to finish by myself. I’ve...
Sometimes I wish I were a ski bum.
The name, on the surface, implies two contrasting ideas.
“Ski” brings to mind images of athletes exploring nature in dangerous and sophisticated ways.
“Bum”...
My day started off just like any other. It was a nice summer day, and then, just like that, my world was turned upside down.
I went to get my mail and there it was — the letter everyone dreads.
I...
Many of Grand Forks’ leaders spend time trying to determine how to promote job openings and other benefits in an effort to convince UND students to stay put after graduation.
While the focus tends...
Art doesn’t need to be fun. This is a phrase that a lot of films take for granted, thinking that it doesn’t need to be fun under the guise of art.
Take, for example, the works of director Baz Luhrmann....
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