Ireland’s abortion laws are unjustifiable
Susan Gardner, Rocket Contributor
December 6, 2012
Filed under Opinion
On Sunday, October 28, 2012, Savita Halappanavar died of septicemia, which is bacteria in the blood that often occurs with severe infections. She had symptoms of severe back pain a week before at University hospital in Galway, Ireland where she was found to be miscarrying; the only cure would be an... Read more »
Students need to understand potential consequences of immature actions
Brian Brodeur, Rocket Contributor
December 6, 2012
Filed under Opinion
College is the best four years of your life—sometimes the best five to seven years depending on how much fun you end up having. While you’re enjoying your time at Slippery Rock, you rarely stop to think of the consequences of some of your actions—trust me, I did some really dumb things while I... Read more »
Video game sequels must stay innovative while maintaining signature styles
Michael Santoro, Rocket Contributor
November 29, 2012
Filed under Opinion
In keeping with my theme of sequels, I feel the need to cover another art medium that only recently has been considered as such: video games. While video games don’t have as rich a history as movies or even as long of one, they are rising to become the biggest entertainment releases. This brings me... Read more »
Fox News columnist’s “War on Men” opinion article is outrageous
Carly Masiroff, FMLA
November 29, 2012
Filed under Opinion
I love opening up Google Currents (my online news source) and reading a headline that has to do with me. “Me?” you might ask. Yes me. As you have read in my columns before, I declare myself a feminist. I am not usually one for labels, but that one seems to fit just right. Remember what I have... Read more »
Flu shots are key to keeping the campus community healthy
The Rocket Staff
November 29, 2012
Filed under Opinion
Winter is quickly approaching and that means we will soon find ourselves in another series of battles against the illnesses that come with it. While the cold weather creates a threat of sickness for everyone, college students, especially those living in residence halls, are particularly vulnerable... Read more »
Becoming “cultured” is an important part of the college experience
Nicole Crevar, Rocket Contributor
November 16, 2012
Filed under Opinion
What does it mean to be cultured? Does it involve traveling to a foreign country or speaking multiple languages? Well, yes and no. From the standpoint of Intercultural Communication, accepting other cultures is a must in today’s society, especially with the growing rate of globalization... Read more »
Child showing education is a right for everyone
Paige Niezelski, FMLA
November 16, 2012
Filed under Opinion
As we become globalized and events are seen around the world, one important issue humanity faces is the preservation of human rights. Amnesty International is one organization I am involved with that stands up for people whose human rights have been violated by their government. Education is a right... Read more »
Movie sequels can offer more than just continued box office profits
Michael Santoro, Rocket Contributor
November 16, 2012
Filed under Opinion
So your favorite movie ends, and the scene is set with the main characters either driving off into the sunset or walking away into the distance. You just bonded with these characters for close to two hours; you don’t want to see them go! Wait, this just in. Hollywood had a great idea. “What happens... Read more »
PASSHE and APSCUF need to agree to terms for sake of students
The Rocket Staff
November 16, 2012
Filed under Opinion
We have been following the ongoing negotiations between APSCUF and PASSHE all semester now. After weeks of reporting on the battle that has now been going on for over two years, it seems the two sides are still miles apart. Now, APSCUF is finishing up a strike authorization vote that will allow the... Read more »
Famous Chicago bar offers great experience
Andy Treese, Campus Life Editor
November 9, 2012
Filed under Opinion
What if I told you the best bar in the world was located under a particular overpass in downtown Chicago - where you would also be unquestionably considered an idiot by your peers if you parked just outside the establishment? Would you believe me? Chances are, you said no. And there’s also a chance... Read more »