NBA lockout good for NCAA

The NBA lockout saga is starting to turn into a joke. Millionaires are arguing with billionaires about how to split money that the majority do not need. Players aren't in serious danger of medical issues after their careers end, as NFL players are. Owners are asking for money that they have no need for. Full story

What makes a college great?

 At the Back to School BBQ this year, The Agora asked students to submit story ideas, and ideas poured in. One particular suggestion was to write a story about why there aren't many beauti­ful people on campus. As silly as this sounds, because true beauty lies on the inside of each of us, I was start­ing to wonder if this anonymous sugges­tion was hitting the nail on the head for what is wrong with our campus. Full story

Parking looking like Black Friday

Let's face it, more of us are finding ourselves on campus this semester due to the scheduling of classes. Full story

Amish vacation ruined by imported goods

My family and I took our vacation this year to Shipshewana, Indiana, one of the nation's largest Amish populations. We paid over $600 for five nights stay in an Amish- built log cabin, which featured two queen beds, indoor-plumbing and a nice porch in a pine forest Full story

New apps take parent snooping to a new level

 It has been a parent's dream for centuries to be able to pinpoint their childrens exact location; espe­cially when they hit the teen years. The only reason parents want this information is so they know their child is safe, and whether or not the child is always telling the truth about their whereabouts. Full story

Organic gardening is simple, easy, affordable

With all the hype over labeling of Genetically Modified Food (GMO) in the United States, and Monsanto "playing God" with our food supply — many people have started their own organic gardens in their yard. I am no exception. Full story

Advice on being a military girlfriend

Bolster weighs in how she handles her boyfriend being in the military

Many women have been dealing with husbands, sons, and boyfriends leaving them to join the military. My boyfriend recently left for the Marine Corps. It is a lot harder to deal with than many people think. I am going to give some advice on how to survive a significant other leaving for the military. Full story