In 2010, English instructor Josh Stroup began his radio show “American Sunday,” an AM show broadcasted on KTUI AM 1560 every Sunday morning at 7:05 a.m. Stroup’s fascination with radio and music began early on. As a child he would listen to radio shows and add his own personal voice over commentary, and music was … Continue reading The Wilder, The Stranger, The Better
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By Dawn Williams We hear it over and over in class, our teachers include it in the syllabus, a percentage of student grades is often devoted to "class participation." So what is class participation and why is it such a big deal? This question is especially asked of students who are passing and think that … Continue reading Why is Class Participation Such a Big Deal?
On March 29, the ECC students and instructors who answered London’s call over spring break attended a play unlike any other: New Dawn Fades: A Play About Joy Division and Manchester. New Dawn Fades follows four punk revolutionaries from Manchester, England who would unknowingly (and perhaps unwillingly) become one of the most influential bands of … Continue reading I Saw A Ghost: A Review of New Dawn Fades: A Play About Joy Division and Manchester
The discussion of bringing a gun to school often ends with a tragic headline. Columbine, Virginia Tech, Sandy Hook—we all remember the first mass shooting that reminded us of our vulnerability during our years of pursuing an education. In the wake of yet another tragedy, two Missouri state senators are repealing the ban of concealed … Continue reading Guns on Campus: A Horror Story for Diversity
Motion City Soundtrack’s (MCS) sixth studio album, “Panic Stations,” set sail via Epitaph Records on Sept. 18, 2015. As a follow up to “Go,” the new album is nautical-themed musical excellence at its finest, with many of its 11 songs referencing water and the ocean—but can a plethora of anchor references stop “Panic Stations” from … Continue reading Motion City Soundtrack “Panic Stations” Review
Bethany Dixon, a 2013 graduate of East Central College, will be leaving for a two-year long trip to Uganda in November to serve with the Peace Corps. Oftentimes it is difficult for young adults to leave their homes, especially for such an extensive amount of time, and it wasn’t easy for Dixon to stay committed … Continue reading ECC Graduate Joins Peace Corps
If you have been near a television recently, there is a strong chance you have heard at least some talk about the upcoming 2016 presidential election. News outlets such as NBC, CNN or Fox News have released regular poll numbers and airing debates. Or perhaps you’ve heard certain candidates being the epicenter for many comedians … Continue reading Curing the Election Fever: An Interview with Local Government Expert Associate Professor Dennis Pohlman
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