American presence obvious in European popular culture
April 26, 2011
If there was ever a global pop culture war, the U.S. won it.
Content by Owen Davis
Libya no-fly zone was the right decision, surprisingly
April 13, 2011
Traveling is hard work, especially when you want to write a piece on a current event that is ever-changing or “kinetic” (to use politically correct, military operational lingo).
Long-distance relationship makes Valentine’s feel more worthwhile
February 10, 2011
Believe me, I know how easy it is to criticize the fascination with Valentine’s Day and take a cynical approach to the whole production of it.
Language barriers require empathy, cultural understanding
January 24, 2011
As a quick introduction for this new semester, my name is Owen Davis and I am a senior political science major.
Polarization a poor sign for American politics
November 16, 2010
Whether you’re a Republican, Democrat or Independent, we all lost on Election Day.
Net neutrality important despite misunderstanding
October 28, 2010
Despite its ever-increasing relevance, one of the critical issues that has been forgotten is net neutrality.
‘Jersey Shore’ provides escape from everyday college worries
October 26, 2010
I would like to take a break from the usual topics of politics and current events this week to discuss something a little more captivating — MTV’s “Jersey Shore.”
Tea Party movement should be studied carefully before election
October 14, 2010
With Christine O’Donnell’s victory in Delaware’s Republican primary a couple of weeks ago, discussion on the Tea Party has resurfaced.
Comprehending financial crisis key to students' future
September 6, 2010
Midterm elections and Gallup polls aside, there is an important dialogue disturbingly absent from the dire economic climate we find ourselves in today: What happened during the financial crisis of 2008?