At the University of California-Davis, a group of students peacefully protesting for the Occupy Wall Street movement were pepper sprayed by campus police.
In recent weeks, a video surfaced of the incident taking place – although police had warned the protestors to remove the tents before they took action, pepper spraying them was the wrong way to handle the situation. (more…)
Against the Man: Protestors march during Occupy Wall Street, a movement that involves people from all over the country who are tired of greed and corporaption. Ferris students hold mixed feelings about the movement that is now spreading to college campuses as well. Photo Courtesy by MCT
Occupy Wall Street has been defined as a “leaderless resistance movement with people of many colors, genders and political persuasions.” The commonality between all supporters of the movement is they consider themselves as the 99 percent that will no longer tolerate the greed and corruption of the 1 percent,” according to occupywallst.org. (more…)
The viewing for Ferris student Demia Davis will be at O.H. Pye Funeral Home in Detroit Nov. 21 from 3–8 p.m.
The service will take place at Antioch Baptist Church in Warren from 9:45–10:45 a.m. (family members only). The service will begin at 11 a.m. (more…)
The Michigan legislature recently passed an anti-bullying bill that will protect school bullies instead of the victims – what?
Yes, that’s right. A column written by Amy Sullivan titled, “Why does Michigan’s Anti-Bullying Bill protect religious tormenters?” was published on TIME.com on Nov. 4. Sullivan stated in article that the state senate, which is dominantly Republican, passed a bill on which they agreed to only consider an anti-bullying measure that did not require school districts to report any bullying incidents. This measure also does not include provisions for enforcement or teacher training. (more…)
Dave Miller
Facilities management, sophomore
Branch: Army
Why did you decide to serve?
“I actually come from a military background. My dad, grandpa and cousins served, it’s what my family does. I joined in 2003 and I always wanted to do it.”
What impact does that experience have on your life now?
“It does give you a different outlook on life completely. It makes you mature among a lot of your friends. You’re a different person when you leave. Your responsibility increases. You kind of hope that being good at one thing makes you good at another – such as being a good soldier makes you a good student.” (more…)
Annual Veteran’s Breakfast
All veterans are invited to the 6th Annual Veteran’s Breakfast on Friday, Nov. 11. at 7:30 a.m. in the Rankin Center Dome Room.
This breakfast is held to honor the men and women who have served in the military. For more information, contact the Vice President of Student Affairs at ext. 3578 or email Linda Telfer at telferl@ferris.edu. (more…)
Time to Heal: The Sexual Assault Recovery Group’s first meeting will be held on Nov. 3 for survivors of sexual assault to heal together. The age group with the highest risk for sexual assault is 16–24. Photo By: Kate Dupon | Photo Editor
Sexual Assault Recovery Group (SARG) is set to begin Thursday, Nov. 3 for students who have experienced any form of sexual abuse/assault. The time is set for 11 a.m., but the time can be adjusted according to a student’s schedule. (more…)
Literature in Person Reading Series: “New Fiction”
Literature In Person Reading Series is presenting “New Fiction” by George Dila and Rebecca Thaddeus.
The presentation is set for Thursday, Nov. 8 at 4 p.m. with George Dila reading “Nothing More to Tell” along with a Book talk and signing at Great Lakes Book & Supply at 7:30 p.m. in Rankin Founders’ Room (238). (more…)
Recently, a college in Missouri made drug testing mandatory for all students, according to an article published on Oct. 10 in the New York Times.
Linn State Technical College informed its students they would be required to submit a urine test that would be checked for all illegal drugs as a requirement of enrolling there. I do not think this is a bad idea. (more…)
There has been a lot of talk lately about issues with students getting MIPs and whether or not Ferris Department of Public Safety has been fair to them.
I do not advocate excessive partying or binge drinking, but let’s be real: This is college, and many students, underage and legal age, are going to drink. That’s not what I’m focusing on though – I’m looking at the safety aspect. (more…)
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