mwalsh @ November 20, 2008 # No Comment Yet
By Caitlin Glenn
At colleges and universities which do not offer a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work many undergraduate students choose a degree in Sociology in hopes that it will prepare them for a future in their desired field, but will they really be prepared for the actual problems that Social Workers meet on a daily [...]
mwalsh @ November 19, 2008 # No Comment Yet
By Lisa Manocchi
Today we have the option to choose if we want a public or private school. In first deciding a school you need to know the differences in these types of schools. Private schools require those entering to pay tuition every year ranging up to $28,000, while public schools are funded by [...]
mwalsh @ November 17, 2008 # No Comment Yet
By Katie Weiss
Realizing our own opinion can be difficult at times. Influences from friends, family, and particularly media can create confusion about what to believe. With media pouring information into our daily lives shouting out advertisements and opinions, how can we decide what is valid or not, biased or well rounded, censored or [...]
mwalsh @ November 17, 2008 # No Comment Yet
By Jamie McDermott
I recently completed a research project on the topic of Inequality and iexplored if the American Dream is still attainable. The “American Dream” to most U.S. citizens means that through hard work, courage and determination one could achieve prosperity. That you’ll have wages that will support your family, affordable health care, opportunites for [...]
mwalsh @ November 17, 2008 # No Comment Yet
By Katie Hauser
Take a minute to think about how your family influences the decisions you make on a daily basis. For the most part they influence you in a positive way; with regards to your interests, values, and goals. Do not forget however, they can also be responsible for the hate you feel, but more [...]
mwalsh @ April 10, 2008 # One Comment
Nicaraguan energy crisis
By Tyler James Girouard
While visiting Nicaragua over spring break (2008) our group had the privilege of meeting and speaking with a Consumer Rights advocate from Masaya named Roger Lacayo. We discussed many social issues and problems that needed to be taken on head first, the most prominent issue, energy. During the discussion the [...]
mwalsh @ April 10, 2008 # One Comment
Rwanda: Then and Now
By Amanda Curtis
Ever dream about going some place that would be an adventure? Or want to go on a trip that could be a chance of a lifetime?
Six Keene State College students will be going on a unique travel opportunity to Rwanda, Africa in the month of May. The “catch” [...]