LETTER TO EDITOR: Students, go support the CMU football team
(11/14/19 7:13pm)
The following is a letter to the editor from Russell Horton, a Central Michigan University alumnus.
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OPINION: Taking pride in our journalists as we look back on the past
(11/14/19 1:29am)
Journalism has sometimes been called the "first rough draft of history."
OPINION: To CM Life on its 100th birthday, thank you. I owe you.
(11/14/19 1:17am)
When scheduling content for this 100th-anniversary edition of Central Michigan Life, I considered writing about plenty of different things.
OPINION: What we've learned from student governments across the state
(11/12/19 6:11pm)
Since my sophomore year, I’ve been a part of Central Michigan University Student Government Association delegations to United Student Government Conferences, with the 14 other public four-year institutions across the state of Michigan. These conferences are an opportunity to network, collaborate, and come together on common issues like higher education funding, mental health awareness, and sustainability.
OPINION: How SGA works for the student body
(11/12/19 6:25pm)
Central Michigan University’s Student Government Association is an incredible resource that allows students to make meaningful changes on campus. Between legislation, projects and student representation on different university committees, SGA’s work and impact stretches far beyond Monday night meetings.
OPINION: Stories of the century
(11/14/19 12:20am)
As the student paper, Central Michigan Life serves several purposes.
EDITORIAL: To our readers, supporters and clients, thank you
(11/14/19 1:11am)
Over the past few weeks, members of the Fall 2019 editorial team have been collecting stories and researching the history of our storied history at CM Life for its 100th anniversary.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Vote 'no' on the citizen-initiated marijuana proposal
(11/04/19 10:20pm)
On Nov. 5 when Mount Pleasant residents go to the polls to elect two new City Commissioners, there will also be a citizen-initiated ballot proposal that would require the City to opt-in to the licensing of recreational (adult-use) marijuana businesses with very limited regulation. The purpose of this letter is to urge residents to vote NO on that ballot proposal. There are several reasons why I believe the ballot proposal is both unnecessary and unwise.
OPINION: 'Culture Not A Costume' initiative raises awareness of cultural appropriation
(10/30/19 5:07pm)
This column is from Katie Prebelich, Student Government Association press secretary. She is a junior from Troy, Michigan.
OPINION: I was a scarer in Legends of the Dark. I would definitely do it again.
(10/30/19 5:43pm)
This year, I volunteered to be a scarer for Legends of the Dark. I was placed at the beginning of the tour; I had a scary outfit, gory makeup and I created a creepy character to help me truly terrify the tourists.
OPINION: SAPA's Solidarity event provides a voice for sexual aggression survivors
(10/24/19 10:58pm)
On Oct. 22, Sexual Aggression Peer Advocates hosted its annual Solidarity event aimed at listening to and supporting survivors of sexual aggression.
OPINION: We need a fall break. Make your voice heard.
(10/23/19 2:57am)
It's the eighth week of class in the fall semester. Students are likely out of class due to sickness, stressed about studying for multiple midterms or both. Students looking for a break from academia haven't had one since Labor Day and won't get another for seven more weeks, for Thanksgiving.
OPINION: Standing for sustainability on CMU’s campus
(10/09/19 9:45pm)
With the threats of climate change becoming more and more apparent, the discussion around sustainability has become even more prevalent. More people are looking towards reusable products, changing their eating habits and making other lifestyle choices to try to lower the impact of their carbon footprint.
A letter from President Davies welcoming alumni on homecoming
(10/09/19 10:15pm)
The following is a letter from Central Michigan University President Bob Davies.
COLUMN: Curious Campus — what questions do you have about CMU?
(10/02/19 6:14pm)
As the voice of students on this campus, I think it’s critical that Central Michigan Life answers your questions.
COLUMN: Do your part, be informed and fight against sexual assault
(10/02/19 10:51pm)
On more than one occasion in the past year as a journalist, I’ve spoken to and written stories about sexual assault survivors. It forced me to grow up a lot.
EDITORIAL: Sexual assault on this campus cannot be tolerated. Here’s how to take action.
(10/08/19 4:32pm)
Today, we published an advocacy story answering one of the most important questions on a college campus: What to do if you, or someone you know, are sexually assaulted?
OPINION: Noting the importance of voting at all levels
(09/24/19 3:53pm)
This is a column from Katie Prebelich, Student Government Association press secretary. She is a junior from Troy, Michigan.
OPINION: Climate strike is not a solution but a necessary step
(09/24/19 6:28pm)
I covered the CMU climate strike on Sept. 20. I listened to the speaker drone on about charts and graphs relating to rising global temperatures. I watched small groups speak passionately about the planet to the few interested attendees. And I walked alongside chanting demonstrators in the late September heat.
OPINION: Student involvement leads to student success
(09/23/19 6:37pm)
Here at Central Michigan University, student involvement drives every aspect of our campus.
