Opinion

Be a member of “the village”

November 7, 2016 at 10:18 am 0 comments

By Breanna Owen Special to the Chronicle A friend reached out to me this week, “Are you doing okay?” My immediate response was “define ‘okay.’” After a brief chat, her parting words were “it takes a village.” These words are golden truth dear reader, yet the reality behind the phraseRead More

Yes, we’re in Iowa. But remember to lock it up

November 7, 2016 at 10:17 am 0 comments

By Kay Curtis Special to the Chronicle I believe that locks are more than door adornments. Although some are beautiful enough to be classified as art, they have a function – to keep our possessions from growing legs and walking away. However, there are people who don’t see the valueRead More

More interaction leads to better online class experience

November 7, 2016 at 10:16 am 0 comments

By Merlyn Patil Special to the Chronicle Many feel comfortable with the idea of online classes. You do not have to travel to college campus; you avoid all the traffic to attend class. You can study in the comfort and convenience of your own home. One of the major benefitsRead More

Deeply Moving: “Deepwater Horizon”

Deeply Moving: “Deepwater Horizon”

October 14, 2016 at 10:37 am 0 comments

Mark Wahlberg did not disappoint in this thrilling retelling of the 2010 BP oil spill. “Deepwater Horizon” follows the misfortunate events that led up to the infamous disaster that wreaked havoc on the gulf six years ago. The movie starts out with an in-depth look at the home life ofRead More

Finish your homework, then Netflix

Finish your homework, then Netflix

September 26, 2016 at 10:44 am 0 comments

Welcome back to another year of chaotic sleep schedules and increased stress. As classes get underway, students begin their transition from late night Netflix binges on the couch to 8 a.m. trips to the classroom. Whether this is your first semester in college or you’re returning, coming back to schoolRead More

Why do girls wear makeup

April 27, 2016 at 11:08 am 0 comments

by Mia Wang In the past few weeks, I have been noticing a lot that girls who love makeup are almost ashamed to admit that using makeup makes them happy. I still remember last weekend, my boyfriend and I planned to go out for a quick lunch and do someRead More

If you don’t know what to call me, please call me “Sir.”

April 27, 2016 at 11:06 am 0 comments

In the last issue of Campus Chronicle, my colleague Marian Stimson wrote a great opinion piece called “Please stop calling me ma’am (thanks!).” And while discussing with other newspaper staff I brought up my experience in this same area and some contrasting opinions on the subject. Sometimes I like beingRead More

Policies differ when it comes to phones in class

April 27, 2016 at 10:58 am 0 comments

Story by Mia Wang Cell phones are everywhere and have undeniably become an integral part of everyday life. And, of course, schools question the benefits of having a cell phone in class, particularly when they can be a distraction from instruction. Should cell phones be allowed at school? Can theyRead More