Column: Leaders and playmakers
Leadership outweighs talent in the sports world. Granted, having a dependable playmaker can help a team reach the next level, but without someone to rally behind, someone to believe in, […]
Tag: Opinion
I graduated, now what? — Don’t stress about the uncertain future
It’s crunch time for students now with only four weeks left of school. For many, all that’s on their minds is passing their tests and summer plans, but for those […]
Future funk — It’s OK if soon-to-be graduates have yet to land a job
On May 13, hundreds of students at the University of Idaho will walk across the stage at the Kibbie Dome, shake President Chuck Staben’s hand and receive their long-awaited diploma. […]
Column: Loudmouth LaVar
Parental support is always appreciated in all fields of life, be it athletics, academics or just life in general whatever. Parents are there to support and defend their children and […]
Column: Summer sports are in session
As we transition from winter sports into the beginning of spring and summer seasons, a fair amount of public interest is lost. These seasons are nowhere near as entertaining as […]
Column: Unexpected outcomes
They have done it, they have proved almost everyone wrong. The Gonzaga Bulldogs, or Zags to the Spokane faithful, have emerged as a team with true championship potential. Sixteen years […]
The continued promotion of peace — UI’s 70th annual Borah Symposium to focus on push for nationalization in a globalized world
For 70 years, the University of Idaho Borah Symposium has worked to promote the continuation of Idaho Sen. William Borah’s vision for peace through a variety of on-campus events that […]
Column: A rocky relocation
Nothing is worse than a bad breakup. And I’m not referring to relationships. Professional sports teams tend to hold significant meaning to most fans. So, when the front office of […]
Column: Uncharted territory
When Mack Beggs pinned down his final opponent in the Texas state wrestling championship, the crowd erupted. However, among the loud applause, traces of boos and jeers were heard. “They […]
Deficit dilemma — Two realistic options to balance athletic budget appear unappealing
The University of Idaho athletics program is stuck between a rock and a hard place. Its 2017 budget is running at a deficit of approximately $1 million, and at some […]