In today’s day and age it seems like all anybody cares about is how much money they bring home at the end of the year. Because of this, fields like medicine, computer science and finance are reeling in a larger pool of applicants than in previous decades. But what about arts based careers? Don’t we still need musicians and actors and writers? Tonight at a press conference at … [Read more...] about The negative stigma associated with creative careers
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Caffeine addictions taking over teens?
When was the last time you, a teenager, bragged to all of your friends about the last amazing, delicious, tall glass of water you had? Think about it. I know I haven't. We do discuss the best pops, energy drinks, and caffeine-filled drinks at Starbucks. Ah, yes. Starbucks. The place where you can stand in line for over 10 minutes for a $6 drink. We all can't help but love … [Read more...] about Caffeine addictions taking over teens?
Voices of MIPA are Overheard by Upstart Student
Just some things I've overheard here and there at MIPA-Palooza. … [Read more...] about Voices of MIPA are Overheard by Upstart Student
The Dead Squirrels in a nutshell
The band “The Dead Squirrels” is an acoustic band made of two members. Jim Streisel, the lead singer/songwriter, and the main guitarist, Donny Coyle. Last night the band performed a concert at The Erikson Kiva, and although not all the members were there, due to a four hour drive up to Michigan State, the concert was great. The Dead Squirrels have a chill sound that’s perfect … [Read more...] about The Dead Squirrels in a nutshell
Be smarter than your smartphone, kids
I sat down to write a brief about the “Smartphone Journalism” presentation. I opened the voice memo app on my own smartphone so I could review the 50 minutes of information I had stored in this wonderful, multi-purpose device. But ironically, none of it was there. It deleted or glitched because I swear I saw it recording. I spent 50 minutes recording a presentation about … [Read more...] about Be smarter than your smartphone, kids