Opinion
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Crystal Clear Classification? Iowa survey seeks public input on stream usage
By Willa Simmet 2008 Some of the fondest moments of my life involve Iowa’s waterways. The creek that runs through my backyard, Dry Run Creek,...
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Student studying in Ecuador feels impact of globalization
By Willa Simmet 2008 “Trade me your rubber boots for my basket,” the handsome young Shuar man said to me as we sat together outside...
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Iowa representatives should adopt requested water policy standards
By Willa Simmet 2008 I wake up. I feel the devil has taken hostage of my insides. My stomach lurches and I throw up. I...
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Buy Fresh, Buy Local campaign supports local farmer, local economy
By Willa Simmet 2008 When I venture into the kitchen and search through my fridge and cupboards, I find salad greens from Kate McDonald and...
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Performing Under Pressure: After months of preparation, pianist struggles to deliver her best
By Willa Simmet 2008 An audition. Otherwise known as one form of complete and utter hell. I don’t know about you, but for me they...
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Our View: All schools should discontinue usage of race-specific mascots
By Olivia Schares 2008 Two weeks ago, the University of Illinois announced that it would be removing its performing mascot, “Chief Illiniwek.” Though the mascot...
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Our View: Adopt anti-bullying act
By Olivia Schares 2008 Last year, an openly lesbian Waterloo West High School student faced more than just the common pressures of adolescence. She was...
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Be Kind to Kenny: South Park critics miss message
By Kellie Petersen 2008 Some people may say that the standards for television have been lowered dramatically. Of the many shows that contribute to this...
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‘Money-saving’ Wal-Mart trips prove expensive in long haul
By Briana McGeough 2008 A penny saved is a penny earned … Today’s youth don’t know the value of a dollar … Both of these...
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Our View: CFHS play successfully emphasizes importance of individual exploration
By Briana McGeough 2008 The lesson came through clearly in last week’s CFHS theater production of You Can’t Take It with You by George S....
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Phone ban or same old rule? How does Iowa’s new law look inside Cedar Falls classrooms
If you step into a classroom at Cedar Falls High School these days—or really, any classroom in Iowa—you might think you accidentally walked into a library… or a witness...
