2008 Woodie Awards
Editorial Articles
Passing the test
Standardized tests should not be written off, but applied correctly
Two organizations representing hundreds of U.S. colleges agreed last week to move forward with a proposal to introduce standardized testing. This is not as revolutionary as it appears. Standardized tests are not new ground for colleges; ACT or SAT tests have been mandatory for high school graduates for decades.
Legislation must be approved
Congress must address Global Warming issue with action
The following editorial appeared in the San Jose Mercury News on Sunday, Nov. 11: Al Gore won well-deserved glory with the Nobel Peace Prize for raising awareness of the threat of climate change - a threat that President Bush largely chooses to ignore. Now it's up to Congress to be the architect of U.
Be safe, not sorry
Tips to navigate a dangerous holiday season - don't chance it
The Wednesday before Thanksgiving is widely considered to be the biggest bar night of the year. So go out and enjoy the night. But make sure your safety isn't pushed aside after having those homecoming drinks. As any other night at the bar or night of drinking, make sure there's a sober ride home - be it a taxi or a friend.
