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Never trust bartenders under 21 years old

I’m a staunch believer in the adage “never trust a skinny chef.” So how can I trust a sober bartender? Should 18- to 20-year-olds be able serve something they can’t even taste? We Americans have argued forever, it seems, on how old we should be before we can drink alcohol. One side argues to keep [...]

A four-year plan can be overrated

Graduating after just four years of college is an overrated goal — and not necessarily beneficial to students. If you are pressuring yourself to rush through classes for the sake of graduating on a “typical” timeline, you’re not going to enjoy your college experience. As a fifth-year senior, I needed this ninth semester to prepare [...]

Options exist in future job hunts

We students know the economy is suffering. We all have heard about how hard the job hunt is. But are we throwing in the towel before we even begin looking for jobs? It seems to me many students are using the dismal economy and marketplace as excuses to be lazy and to not seek jobs [...]

With students’ help, county boasts sturdy mentor program

Not only is Athens home to a renowned University, classic restaurants, edgy bars and legendary bands, but it is also home to the largest student mentor program in the state. The Clarke County Mentor Program is a successful grassroots program that has been steadily growing for more than 18 years.