As expected, Papa John?s pizza proved to be a disappointment. It showcased an uninteresting flavor accompanied by a steady stream of grease. The pizza as a whole was completely bland and had a minimal number of spices in the sauce and crust. The only source of flavor was the complimentaryContinue Reading
Though history teacher Tim Kane has spoken at three graduations already?most recently for the class of 2007?the senior class has once again elected him to be the speaker on June 18 at DAR Constitution Hall. Kane believes that his popularity as a speaker is due to his eccentric nature. KaneContinue Reading
When student athletes get injured on the field, the duty falls on athletic trainer Esther Horner to get these players back into the game. Athletic training ?involves prevention, rehabilitation, emergency care and evaluation,? Horner said. In high school, Horner played softball and volleyball, where she first acquired an interest inContinue Reading
After 13 years of education, seniors are faced with the important decision of what to do next. They must decide between a myriad of options, including continuing their education or going directly into the workforce. Those who want to continue learning in higher education institutions have several choices before them:Continue Reading
Located on a side street in Georgetown, the Peacock Caf? is not the place to go for an intimate, quite meal. Upon entering the restaurant, there is a staggeringly noisy blend of club music and loud conversation held by people struggling to hear over the drone of the beat. TheContinue Reading
If you think napping is for toddlers, then you are completely mistaken. Due to natural circadian rhythms, people are naturally more drowsy in the afternoon, about eight hours after waking. Research actually shows that you can make yourself more alert, reduce stress and improve cognitive function with a nap. Mid-dayContinue Reading
Teachers will likely be more vindicated than surprised by the statistic that over 20 percent of students sleep in class. When the lecture starts or the lights go off for an educational movie, one in five students? heads will hit the desk for a ten-minute nap. Because sleeping in classContinue Reading
What do all these things have in common: Rubik?s cubes, lava lamps, the Beatles, Pok?mon, the iPod and Lady Gaga? They?re all fads popular over the past five decades; they?re what was ?in? at one point in time. There is no doubt that our lives are surrounded and influenced byContinue Reading
Between April showers and May?s warm temperatures, spring weather is unpredictable, calling for versatile clothing. Many of this year?s spring essentials are classic styles that have been updated to keep up with modern trends. These styles are functional yet reflective of the vibrant colors of spring. White There?s no needContinue Reading
The first day back from spring break, students in English teacher Bobby Forst?s classes were greeted by a surprising new face. Matthew Horne, the new long-term substitute, was also pleasantly surprised, although it remains to be seen if he will become a teacher here. “I love Marshall,” Horne said. “TheContinue Reading
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