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10 points from Gryffind- N.C. education system

Lindsey Chandler October 13, 2014

Public school grading systems are slowly becoming more reasonable in the state of North Carolina. The State Board of Education unanimously approved the switch to a 10-point grading scale from the previously-used...

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It’s not a carnival game, it’s a real gun

Dewey Mullis October 8, 2014

The family-friendly, inviting and exciting atmosphere of the fair is no place for concealed weapons. Last year, N.C. Gov. Pat McCrory signed into law House Bill 937, a comprehensive legislative action...

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College cost, enrollment decline are systemic problems

Kevin Griffin October 8, 2014

Recent reports confirm many colleges across the country are having difficulty enrolling a sufficient number of students. A Sept. 18 survey done by Gallup in conjunction with Inside Higher Education found...

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Facebook not apologetic for emotion-manipulating study

Lindsey Chandler October 8, 2014

It is no surprise Facebook continues to be a hot topic in the news. With its increase in annoying advertising and perpetually changing user interface, it has fallen from good graces. The ever-popular...

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Why I have a hard time being a feminist

Dewey Mullis October 6, 2014

From newsworthy appearances by Hollywood celebrities and marketing campaigns on college campuses, the feminist movement is making waves. Before the discussion gets foggy, let me clear the air. Women...

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Universities have key role in educating about climate

Kevin Griffin October 6, 2014

Climate change is proving to be one of the most intractable yet dire challenges facing this generation. While overwhelming scientific evidence supports the existence of the phenomenon and the need to take...

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Expressing opinion is a valuable learning experience

Dewey Mullis October 6, 2014

We are all familiar with the phrase that places opinions in the same category of an unmentionable body cavity because they stink and everyone has one. I prefer, “If you’ve got it, flaunt it.” Deep...

You know it’s fall at Appalachian when…

Dewey Mullis October 1, 2014

Fall has arrived, and if this is your first fall in Boone, this article will prepare you for the experience. If you’re an experienced Boonie, then you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about. Here...

Christians are not discriminated against in America

Kevin Griffin October 1, 2014

A recent Pew Research study has helped confirm what many who have been observing religion in this country have already noticed. Many Christians feel that they are highly discriminated against in the U.S. Half...

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