The other day I was momentarily stumped. I was wondering why so many people (including myself) think reading is better than watching a show or movie? Both forms of entertainment have a story with a beginning, middle and end. There are interesting characters, a moving plot ,and you most likely come away from both with something to think about. So, why is reading more commonly asserted as being “better” for you? Continue reading
Gabriela Scottaline | Contributing Writer
Often young people’s idea of fun is simply doing whatever higher authority forbids. In essence, obeying laws and the expectations of elders made one weak, and boring. Continue reading
Gabriela Scottaline | Contributing Writer
The bus is one of LBCC’s many valuable resources. I’ve come to enjoy its relaxing atmosphere during my 20 minute commute. However, there are a few rules of etiquette of which all bus passengers should be aware – just to keep from disturbing the peace. Continue reading
Opinion|6.6.11
Gabriela Scottaline, Contributing Writer
Remember back in the day when you and your middle school friends had a Myspace page? It was a magical place. Continue reading
Opinion|5.27.11
Gabriella Scottaline, Contributing Writer
Ah, gifts. We all enjoy receiving them, most of us love giving them, and some of us even enjoy shopping for them. They are just all-around wonderful and exciting, right? Continue reading
Opinion|5.20.11
Gabriella Scottaline, Contributing Writer
“Should I just quit?” This question comes up frequently in the face of difficult situations. Continue reading
Opinion|5.12.11
Gabriella Scottaline, Contributing Writer
No matter how enthusiastic you may be about your dreams, no one else really wants to hear them. It’s not that your audience doesn’t care about you, or that your stories are generally uninteresting and your feelings don’t matter to them, it’s just that no one wants to hear about nonsense things that haven’t even happened. Continue reading
Opinion|5.7.11
Gabriella, Scottaline, Contributing Writer
I know it may sound lame to come to a professor’s defense, but sometimes students have to realize our instructors are people, too. Continue reading
Opinion|5.2.11
Gabriela Scottaline, Contributing Writer
This article is to remind us of a social law that we have all been guilty of breaking at one point in our lives: Money should almost never be discussed on a personal level without voluntary actions from the one divulging. Continue reading
Opinion|4.21.11
Gabriela Scottaline, Contributing Writer
During the three short terms I have been attending LB, I’ve observed many of its little quirks. I suppose these quirks can be seen almost anywhere people gather for a common purpose, but college campuses seem to be particularly susceptible. Continue reading