The cell phone has emerged as the standard for teenage communication in the new millennium. A recent Pew Research study found that 84% of all teenagers, including the overwhelming majority of Rockhurst students, use cell phones. One notable exception to this technological hallmark is senior Charlie Brain. Brain has been [...]
In order for many students to play their favorite music in the car on the journey to and from school, they rely on iPod integration systems. Now, everyone can enjoy this technology. Automotive companies like Ford, BMW, and Honda now offer iPod connectivity in their cars via a docking system. [...]
In today’s world, a college education, or lack thereof, is arguably the most crucial factor in determining a person’s success, or failure, in society. A college degree lays the groundwork of a person’s professional career, which in turn determines their income and social status, their quality of life, level of [...]
According to Mr. David Alvey, dean of students, Rockhurst only has around three to four accidents a year, one of which happened just last Tuesday. However, most of such accidents would be easily avoided if people slowed down, and respected other drivers. “People are in too much of a hurry [...]
It’s well into third hour. And despite Mr. Rich Sullivan’s lecture on the origins of Communism, junior Henry Adams sits with his head downward, immersed in his artwork. He is sketching a woman and takes the time to carefully articulate the curvature of her body and to ensure the pensive [...]
Dribbling the ball down the court on a breakaway during a Sunday afternoon CYO game, senior Michael Rose runs towards the basket. He misses his slam dunk attempt and lands hard on the floor, grasping his knee in pain. Mr. Pete Campbell, Rockhust Athletic Director and prefect for the day’s [...]
Sophomore Scott Kerns looks over his dozens of cords and equipment, preparing himself for his next musical dubstep creation. The intricate system provides endless options for Kerns to mix his favorite sounds together to make whatever beat he can possibly imagine. The freedom he has when mixing all of these [...]
Mr. Magee As an Alumni Service Corps member last year, Mr. Max Magee provided a fun environment in his freshman theology class for students to learn about God and often used pop culture to teach about morals and other positive values. “My favorite thing about the class was Movie Mondays,” [...]
Wandering the hills of Skyrim, taking down enemy combatants in Battlefield 3, and defeating a rival team in FIFA 12 are some of the most common ways students use video games, yet one Rockhurst student chooses to enjoy video games in his own unique way. After years of learning and [...]
In the world of social media, Twitter has emerged as one of the most popular venues among the youth, sports figures and celebrities. Students have also taken a liking to the fledgling news source due to the variety of possibilities one has with a 140-character tweet. Some students use it [...]
Sunday, May 20, 2012 4:38 am
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