Jacob Zimmerman

A college education is often associated with the development of the mind and intellect. This picture, while accurate, is incomplete. The body, recognized by often minimized, is another important aspect of personal development, and the college experience offers a unique formulative opportunity to cultivate community through physical activity and healthy daily lifestyle.

Democracy is violent almost by definition. As outlined by James Madison in the tenth essay of the Federalist Papers, one of the greatest threats in any government by the people is that different groups will move so strongly in different directions that it will tear a democratic society apart. In arguing for the adoption of the United States Constitution in 1787, Madison describes the problem with the current partisanship in Washington, crystallized in the ongoing government shutdown that shows no signs of ending.

What do our reactions to the 83% acceptance rate at Furman University say about us a student body?

A picture of the upcoming Africa Study Abroad trip this semester.

Why is it so hard to have a civil and well-argued discussion about gun control?

The cost of higher education is rising. As members of a college community, we all have to consider how we are reacting to the change.

Laws to suppress voter fraud actually have a lot more to do with suppressing some voters than they do eliminating a minor problem.