This semester, the Andersonian staff has been diligent in delivering important news to the student body. We have covered a wide range of topics, finding leads and following the stories where they take us. Some have voiced their concerns over sloppy reporting or one-sided coverage, or even just a cry of “fake news.” These accusations are far from the truth, and we stand firmly beside our reporters and behind their stories. For us, the facts matter. Our stories are written fairly and … [Read more...]

Guest Writer: Lucy Stultz Most developed countries have come to heavily depend on single-use plastic items. Water bottles, food packaging and countless other everyday objects are designed to be used once and then thrown away. However, these items will stay on Earth for centuries. According to National Geographic, “It’s unclear how long it will take for that plastic to completely biodegrade into its constituent molecules. Estimates range from 450 years to never.” Much of the plastic that … [Read more...]

We are hiding. We are shapeshifting. We are wearing a mask.  So often, we, as a society, find our "comfortable" behind our screens, lurking in the virtual world and stealthily pretending to be someone we aren't. A false sense of confidence seamlessly weaves its way into the cracks of our keyboards, and the light of our screens takes over the shape of the lightbulb over our heads as our ideas suddenly seem to only come to fruition when technology is present. Is it easier to be who we … [Read more...]

Guest Writer: Samantha Kagey Seemingly small decisions about your water-dwelling pets can have big consequences. That’s why it’s important to carefully consider aspects of your aquarium habitat such as water temperature, tank size, decorations, filtration systems and water conditioning. Here are five tips that will help you raise happy, healthy fish: 1. Consider the type of fish you would like to acquire. Do you want cold-water or warm-water fish? The cold-water fish are those that … [Read more...]

College is a transitory experience. For many students, college is the first shot at life on our own. It is an exciting time, free from parental guidance and still without the full weight of adulthood to bring us down.  Leaving the nest can grant the illusion of a familial divorce, chests puffed out with youthful naivety and hearts brimming with an abundance of optimism. There lies ahead a lifetime, ours for the taking if we so choose to take it. These rose-colored glasses will not hold … [Read more...]

Guest Writer: Jordan Flewellen Do you one day want to have a child? Today, women are expected to have children and be married. Some women feel like if they don’t have children, they are not accomplished or they won't find a sense of fulfillment. At the same time, there are women who do not want children and still feel a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment in life. Women have been told and shown in many areas throughout society that they should have children and stay at home to raise … [Read more...]

Guest Writer: Hope Lynn Brandenberger What’s the worst thing that could happen? Will your head pop off? This is such a silly question, one that may not make sense at first, but let me explain. I have always been an anxious ball of mental contingency. My mind is constantly moving and has been for as long as I can remember. When I was fearful or dreading the worst, my mum would say to me, “Hope, what’s the worst thing that could happen? Will your head pop off?” I don’t know where she … [Read more...]

Welcome back to campus my little Ravens. It is my most sincere desire that you found your Christmas break to be a pleasant treat. As we plunge back into the thick of things, I hope our little publication finds you in good spirits and brings a little bit of warmth to your cold winter Wendesdays. Remember to take care of yourselves. Don't let the stress make you feel overwhelmed, take a break every now and then and treat yourself. - Amalia Arms, Co-editor Another semester is here, and this … [Read more...]

Guest Writer: Mackenzie Fair Maybe you have heard it said that Disney World is the “Happiest place on Earth,” and if you are anything like me, you may find that hard to believe. It seems like many of us live in a state of believing that there isn’t enough to go around, so how could somewhere so expensive make so many people happy? My Christmas present this year was going to Disney World in Orlando, Florida, and I could not have been more excited. Yes, you read that right. I am a junior in … [Read more...]

This is not so much a greeting for me as it is a goodbye. It is, in fact, the last time that my name shall appear on the Andersonian staff list as "Editor in Chief." It's the last time my name will show up at all, probably. As weird as it is that I've actually reached the end of my college career, it is also so amazing that I've had the opportunity to grow as a writer, editor and leader in my seven semesters with the Andersonian. I'm grateful for this university and all that it has brought to my … [Read more...]