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Review: Workplace drama makes bold political statements

By Liza Gillespie, Staff Writer • August 26, 2018

“The Bold Type” demonstrates that a show can prioritize both high-stakes subject matter alongside personal drama.

Q&A: Professor discusses seminar on guns

By Krissy Waite, Staff Writer • March 20, 2018

Chris Holmes, associate professor in the Department of English, teaches a freshman seminar on guns and gun violence.

Office Hours: Chris Holmes on gun violence

By Nick Friend, Podcast Editor • January 31, 2018

In this episode of "Office Hours," host Celisa Calacal spoke with Chris Holmes, associate professor in the Department of English, about gun violence and gun culture in the U.S.

A Second Glance at the Second Amendment

By Sarah Pittman, Blogger • September 20, 2015

One of the current hot topics of conversation and political agenda is gun ownership. The United States Constitution specifically outlines the right to bear arms in the Second Amendment. It is a basic freedom of American citizens that we are allowed to possess guns for self-defense. Yet, with mass shootings taking place all throughout the country, questions have been raised about guns.

Mental health needs attention to prevent mass shootings

September 23, 2014

It is not news to anyone that mass shootings are a growing problem in the United States. The constant issue in coverage of these shootings is whether we should focus on gun control or mental health awareness...

Will Washington act on gun laws?

By Rachael Hartford • April 17, 2013

In the wake of the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in December, there was much talk about gun control laws and ways to curb the all-too-familiar headlines of mass shootings. The topic has recently found its way back to the national stage. Last week, President Obama handed over his weekly address to Francine…