Aria Morton on a trip to Sudan

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….

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Anna Brinck

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…

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Tim Jackson of Smokey J's

Local small-town restaurant Smokey J’s revitalizes downtown Marshfield, Mo.

While you don’t need to venture far from any college campus to find a slice of pizza, it might be worth your time to search off the grid next time — as far as Marshfield, Mo., to Smokey J’s Deli & Pizza. Smokey J’s recently received Marshfield’s 2016 Business of the Year award. Tim Jackson, owner of…

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Q&A with Jeff Riggins: Is graduate school right for you?

Whether you’re trekking into your last semester of college, dipping your toes into the world of graduate school, or frantically scrolling through LinkedIn, Jeff Riggins has a piece of advice for you. Riggins, a self-made man from Georgia and father of two, is currently an adjunct professor in the Drury University Communications Department. His 30-plus years…

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