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Mothers we'd love...

Students of Western Illinois University gave back this weekend by showing the women who gave birth to them a good time. From a balloon rally to the first home football game of the season, moms got the royal treatment, as there were many activities around campus.… 1 Comment

Don't sacrifice dignity

Living on a college student's salary sways peoples' choices, often leading them to 89-cent tacos, ramen noodles and Keystone Light. When looking for other ways to pinch pennies, the question often arises of what won't you do for a bit of spare change. How much does your dignity really cost? This week, the police in Macomb in junction with MTV's "Busted" gave Western Illinois University students a chance to decide just that.… Post the First Comment

Slides or shakes?

During a hot summer day in mid-June, I found myself having a discussion with my ever-growing and growling stomach. While on summer vacation, I tried to limit my calorie intake, but to my distress, I gave in more to the summer sensations at various fast food restaurants and drive-thru places.… Post the First Comment

The ins and outs of the gaming industry

The video game industry is coming into its adulthood and problems are arising. Bigwigs do not want to take a gamble on a new intellectual property and often rely on sequels of popular games to keep their business afloat. And no one can blame them. It's an age where the cost to produce a video game averages more than $100 million.… Post the First Comment

UHDS enforces illiteracy

Every August, a new flock of freshmen venture to college with hopes of enlightenment and maturity. By enlightenment and maturity, I of course mean partying and debauchery. But can they really be blamed for this? On move-in day, Adams Street boasted parties and signs reading "Drop freshmen off here.… 2 Comments

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