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One on One with Jamy Watson
Jamy Watson is a Jazzercise instructor in Springfield, Missouri. She has been involved in the program since she was sixteen years old but was only officially certified about a year ago. The Scoop sat down with Watson to get a sense of what Jazzercise is and how it can benefit you. How has being an…
Q&A with Johnna McGlaughlin – Why Vegetarian?
Why does someone choose to become a vegetarian? The Scoop talks to Jonna McGlaughlin, who has been a vegetarian for five years, to get some answers.
Climate Change: It is real and it is our responsibility
Climate change is occurring at an alarming rate. While some do not believe human activity is responsible others do not believe it’s occurring at all.
Why you should learn to play a musical instrument.
Learning to play an instrument an instrument can be a life altering thing. One student opens up about depression and how learning to play the guitar brought him back from the edge.
Five ways to prepare yourself for a career after college
Although the beginning of college is filled with Solo cups and Ramen, a large part of your college career has all to do with your career-career. Universities are meant to do a lot more than ground you with homework and exams. There are tons of resources directed toward students to better prepare them for life…
Six ways to lessen your chances of being a victim
By Connor Stahl Embed from Getty Images Chances are, if you have been a victim of a crime, you could have done something to prevent it. The majority of crimes committed are crimes of opportunity. Either a culprit sees an opportunity and attacks, or he goes looking for the easiest target. The Scoop’s Connor Stahl…
Jason Todd: Batman’s Second Robin
Batman has had more than one Robin over the years, none more vilified than Jason Todd.
The Intersection between Spirituality and Mental Health
Over 40% of college students report having experienced symptoms of depression. The Scoop talked with two students and a mental health counselor to learn about coping mechanisms and the role spirituality can play.
Q&A with Aria Morton: The highs and lows of international travel
Joy, amazement, admiration, shock and even fear – you can experience all when you travel. Traveling means more than just sightseeing; it is to explore the world out there without knowing what is waiting for you in new lands – new cultures. Aria Morton probably knows the meaning of traveling better than anyone her age….
Q&A with Anna Brinck: A closer look at resident assistant life
Staying up until 2 a.m. on weekends to monitor Sunderland Hall, hosting hallway events and creating a “home” for students in residence life are all part of the job of a resident assistant. But it’s not all fun and games — the position also provides students with a unique opportunity to work on campus and be…