“Gatsby” film parties too hard with not enough substance

John David Hamilton, Contributing Writer
May 12, 2013
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Opinions

Sorry to say it old sport, but this film gets a thumbs down from me. I’m willing to admit that I am not the biggest fan of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel “The Great Gatsby,” but after watching Baz Luhrmann’s adaptation of the story I would much rather read the book again than watch the film... Read more »

“Iron Man 3″ Film Review

Will Hensley, Contributing Writer
May 3, 2013
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Opinions

  Shane Black's first attempt at Iron Man glory was a soaring success. “Iron Man 3” is the final installment in the trilogy and the first film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to follow 2012’s “The Avengers.” The main cast from the previous film, Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow... Read more »

Supporting Inclusive Campaigns: A message from Student Government

Tiffany Fridley, Chief Justice- WSUSG
March 22, 2013
Filed under News, Opinions

Wright State Students, As the organizer of the current Student Government elections occurring this week, it has been brought to my attention that there is a group on campus calling itself “Students for a Better Wright State” who is releasing attack campaigns against a presidential ticket.... Read more »

OMG! Snow in January? NO WAY!

Charles Grove, Sports Writer
January 29, 2013
Filed under Opinions

Oh no! I hear the wambulance coming! Guess what Wright State students – we’re all adults here. I don’t see anyone walking around this campus in diapers holding their blanket and sucking their thumb. We live in Ohio and occasionally it snows in January. And if you don’t live on campus you should... Read more »

Why the deuce did I drive to school on Friday?

Joel Gibbs, Contributing Writer
January 29, 2013
Filed under Opinions

Like many other Wright State students, I began my Friday morning by commuting to school in the middle of a snow storm. I had never driven in snow before, let alone a blizzard like that. Being a freshman, I don’t know what it takes for the university to close down, but if we were in attendance on... Read more »

Elf on the shelf: Santa’s insight into your behavior

Chelsea Burns, News Editor
December 24, 2012
Filed under Opinions

The new trend going around is the Elf on the Shelf. This little elf stays at your house to make sure you're behaving. Every night, the little elf goes back to the North Pole to report to Santa, and it returns before you wake the next day. Be careful though; you can't touch the elf or else it'll lose... Read more »

Handmade gifts for the holidays: Canvas Photo Transfer

December 22, 2012
Filed under Opinions, Wright Life

Are you in need of a last minute gift idea? Here is a simple, yet creative tutorial to create a gift that will keep your family and friends asking, "How did you do that!?" Supplies you will need : Stretched Canvas (any size) Liquidex Gel Medium (or other brand) Paint Brush Spray bottle with water Reversed... Read more »

Handmade gifts for the holidays: teacup candles

Chelsea Hall, Editor In Chief
December 12, 2012
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Opinions, Wright Life

My first out of three homemade holiday crafts  will be candles in teacups and glass containers. For this holiday craft you will need: tea cups and/or containers pretabbed wicks candle wax of your choice scissors tape           1. Heat up... Read more »

Dear Freshmen: Explore your inner voice

Robin Richardson-Coy , Contributing Writer
December 6, 2012
Filed under Opinions

Dear Freshmen, Did you know that a large percentage of college students change their major in their first year? If you’re reconsidering your major, you are not alone. This is a common occurrence because you had an idea of what you wanted based only on your experiences in high school and in your... Read more »

Holiday shopping tips from a retail employee perspective

Megan Constable, Wright Life Editor
December 5, 2012
Filed under Opinions

It’s that time of year when shopping becomes a hassle. After working over five years in retail, I have seen it all, and I’m sure there’s more to come. Many shoppers want to get in and out, others want to browse, and then there are those who want to fight. During this holiday season, please keep... Read more »