Study finds off-campus party hosts drink more than party-goers
30 January 2012
By Amanda Pierce
Whether it's beer, wine or liquor, a new study says that off-campus-party hosts tend to drink more alcoholic drinks than their guests.
Bill Cosby discusses the entertainment industry then and now
30 January 2012
By Ben Kendall
Like an aged prizefighter, Bill Cosby walked onto the center stage, shoulders back, chin down. Turning toward the audience, he displayed his shirt with a grin. In black with yellow lettering, it read, “Oregon Rose Bowl 2012.” And the crowd went wild.
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iPad and other tablet use can lead to neck, back pain, study says
30 January 2012
By Josephine Woolington
Touch-screen tablets such as the iPad and the Kindle can save students from carrying heavy backpacks full of textbooks and notebooks, but a new study found these devices are not free of health risks.
Study shows marijuana use declining, prescription drug abuse skyrocketing
30 January 2012
By David Leffler
A recent U.S. government study has revealed a decrease in the use of marijuana and cocaine, in every generation since the 1960s, along with a large increase in the abuse of prescription medication by young people.
Column: Unpaid internships often worth it
30 January 2012
By Melissa Michalak
Excitement overwhelms you as you hang up the phone. You pinch yourself to make sure you’re not dreaming. It’s for real: You were just offered your dream internship.
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Movie review: “Man on a Ledge”
30 January 2012
By Derrick Rossignol
As far as thrillers go, everyone enjoys a great film that keeps them on the edge of their seats — or, in this case, the edge of a building.
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Editorial: Follow the money in higher education
30 January 2012
By Harvard Crimson Editorial Board
Among President Obama’s numerous declarations during the State of the Union last week, one of the more noteworthy commitments he made was to increasing the affordability of higher education.
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Students more liberal, but less active, study says
30 January 2012
By Rachel Eides
Freshmen may be decidedly more liberal in their political and social views, but less politically active than ever, according to a Higher Education Research Institute report published Wednesday.
Editorial: Click with caution
30 January 2012
By Minnesota Daily Editorial Board
In our fast-paced society, it’s important to stop for a moment and take a look at what our multi-tasking habits may be doing to us.
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Column: Apple should lead the way to better work standards
30 January 2012
By Danielle Faipler
Last May, an Apple factory in Chengdu, China exploded due to unsafe working conditions and hazardous materials. There were two blasts that year; four workers were killed and 77 were injured.
