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Problems With the New Digital Age

Oct 18 - In this day and age, nothing we say or do is private. Every picture one puts on their Facebook or Twitter page is out in the world for anyone to use - and maybe even take advantage of. Junior public relations major from Dallas, Mary Smith, learned the hard way that privacy in the digital age is an issue to be taken very seriously. Smith got a phone call from her ex-boyfriend, who... Read more

Should You Go Greek?

Oct 2 - Some people choose to go greek and others don't. The question is, why do we decide to either be apart of or not be apart of this particular social structue. We all have our reasons for either choosing to be or not to be part of such a thing. Individuals who don’t want to be part of any sorority or fraternity have often said, “I don’t want to pay for... Read more

5 Tips to Clean-Up Your Social Networks

Sep 23 - It is important now, more than ever, for job seekers to watch what they do online to minimize harm to their personal brand. Companies are now using social networking sites such as Facebook and LinkedIn to screen potential employees and research job candidates. An article in the Oregon Business Report revealed that45 percent of employers surveyed in 2009 said they use social networking... Read more

Cheating: Is it Worth It?

Sep 14 - Cheating: the victimless crime that has plagued education for centuries. When it comes to academic dishonesty and ethics in education, students can come up with plenty of logical excuses as to why cheating is ok. Pereasha Coy, a biology major from Dallas... Read more

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Have Contiki, Will Travel - Win the Trip of a Lifetime!

It’s safe to say that for most of us at Texas Tech, studying abroad is part of our college plan. But even with a study abroad plan in the works (or behind you), when Spring begins to peak through the clouds, the travel itch starts, and dreaming about an epic Euro-trip or an Australian... Read more...

5 Boot Trends for Fall 2011

Riding boots- You don't actually have to go out and ride a horse in these boots. (But you can if you want) You can pair this boot with skinny jeans, tights, and even try a daring short skin showing bottom. The style of boot is extremely versatile. Just have fun with it. Wedge boots- This... Read more...

What is the Best Age to Get Married?

I am currently in my last year of college and I have been noticing many of my sorority sister and other friends are starting to get engaged. I would love to be engaged one day, but we all don’t get what we want when we want it. My slight jealousy has caused me to consider when is a good... Read more...