
Editorial


Opinion: Kirksville’s feral cats are part of its charm
There is a strange sound coming from under the porch steps — should you be scared or nervous that something is living down there? No, it is probably just one of your friendly, neighborhood feral cats. As a […]

Opinion: Perpetuating rumors is irresponsible
At a small campus such as Truman State, one of the hottest commodities — second only to reliable Wi-Fi — is gossip. Our university is set in a small Midwestern town, amplifying the sense that you can’t go anywhere […]

Opinion: Documenting the present aids the past
It seems like I can barely send a text in public without someone making a comment about how dependent my generation is on technology. Again and again I have listened to adults claim technological advancements […]


Opinion: There needs to be more gender diversity in computer science
One day, early last semester, I forgot which Violette Hall classroom my class was supposed to be in. I didn’t have time to look it up, so instead I glanced inside each room I passed […]

Opinion: Police protocol exists for a good reason
The story of Ahmed Mohamed, the teenager from Irving, Texas, who was arrested after his teacher mistook a homemade clock for a bomb, has sparked quite a bit of controversy. Social media discussion about his […]


Opinion: New meal plans have pros and cons
This year, Truman State’s meal plan options have undergone a dramatic shift. Most of you already have noticed, but the change in how meal plans operate has had monumental effects on student experiences with the […]

Opinion: Should we name the newly renovated Mall?
Dear Truman Media Network, I would like to see the Truman State Board of Governors consider naming the new, renovated mall after our great President Troy Paino. He has been at the university the past […]

“The Buzz” app combines TMN and USA Today
USA Today released a new app, called “The Buzz: Truman State University,” Aug. 25. The free app combines coverage of national and world news, along with the latest coverage from the Truman Media Network. This […]
