Reality TV shows have become a fixture on the media landscape for over a decade now, and one pioneer show that always kept me riveted was "Cops" - ironic, because most townies sprint at full speed away from authority. I, however, was intrigued by the courage of the police officers as they pursued legitimate criminals who were deserving of severe punishment for their actions.
The 529 investment plan, families' weapon of choice for battling college costs, is here to stay.
The statement, "After I graduate, I plan on acting" usually elicits a patronizing roll of the eyes, a slight smile, and an urge to give the brave soul with dreams of Hollywood a pat on the head.
I owe a debt of gratitude to a friend that has always been there for me. It answers me whatever I ask of it. It's reliable and friendly, and best of all, it's free.
Four decades ago, a 34-year-old assistant football coach from UC Berkeley trekked across the country and surveyed the campus of a small liberal arts college in Medford, Mass. He saw a team that had posted a 1-7 record the previous season, and, with its dilapidated athletic facilities and a staff that placed minimal emphasis on recruiting, there was little promise of improvement.
The women's crew enters the fall season as veterans of Div. III Nationals and has six weeks of competition ahead to back it up last spring's performance.
Rev. Gloria White-Hammond delivered the 2006 Russell Lecture in Goddard Chapel last night, discussing her work with disadvantaged women across the world.
Reality television is supposed to depict something real, with real people and real situations. However, anyone who has seen an episode of MTV's "Next" knows producers have strayed from this credo.
If you stand on the balcony of the brand-new Tufts boathouse for long enough, it's easy to forget that it's not quite 7 a.m. It's easy to forget your classes, your homework, everything but the sun glinting off of the water.
It's a new season, the weather forecast is promising, and the team has a few new faces.
Women's Center director Peggy Barrett "changed campus culture, [and] will transform communities," according to her farewell poster.
This winter break, Tufts students will travel to Nicaragua under the auspices of a new name and a nearly new benefactor.
Often considered a problem only for big-name athletic powerhouses, the issue of sportsmanship is once again back in the Div. III spotlight.
A guy walks into a crowded bar, looks at all the lovely ladies, and frowns. Although there are a number of women he could approach, the fact that he has never seen any of these faces before leaves him with his tail between his legs, ready to flee.
With topics ranging from the Oscar buzz to dildos, the Daily got an earful from Matt Damon and Leonardo DiCaprio, two stars of Martin Scorsese's "The Departed". Set in Boston, the film focuses on the chaotic underworld of the Irish mafia and the Boston Police Department's law enforcing struggles. Deception runs rampant, weaving an almost impenetrable web of violence.
When winter hits this year, and the face-numbing New England cold along with it, most students will find themselves wishing Medford were just a few degrees hotter. But according to environmental groups on campus, students should be careful what they wish for.
When a band like Xiu Xiu continually traverses through the tough terrain of the taboo, its fans may be forgiven if they become worn out. However, Xiu Xiu's new album "The Air Force" is a great effort by the band, which has been known for making a unique brand of melancholy electronic mish-mash dealing with controversial themes, which will keep supporters satisfied.
With each passing year, Tufts kisses goodbye several dozen semesters worth of tuition to those juniors seeking a semester abroad.
I'll be the first to tell you that I'm a fan of the Philadelphia Eagles. I will talk about their players, their coaches and their fans until I lose my voice. Therefore, most of the things that I argue about the Eagles should be taken with a grain of salt.
Due to a production error, two articles' quotation marks were misplaced or omitted in the Monday, Sept. 25 Features section: "Boston asks classic question: Can you spell this?" and "The buzz on spelling bees keeps getting louder." Correct versions of these articles are available through the Archive function of the Daily's Web site at www.tuftsdaily.com.
