Columns
Feature writer bids farewell
Just yesterday I felt the heavy pressure of Truman State University perch on my shoulders. Every day was a weighted trudge from class to class. From the short treks to Violette Hall to the long […]
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Editorial
StuGov Buzz: A few reminders before break
The end of the fall 2019 semester is upon us, and it feels like it has flown by. It seems like just yesterday that orientation and the Activities Fair were happening and everyone was settling […]
Opinions
StuGov Buzz: StuGov prepares for semester
Welcome back, Bulldogs! We’re so happy to be back on campus with all of you! One of our favorite activities with Student Government each year is helping to welcome new students to campus during Truman […]
Editorial
Our View: Don’t forget other alumni
Jenna Fischer, arguably Truman State University’s most famous alumna thanks to her work as Pam in the “The Office,” returned to campus last Thursday and Friday. Her appearance in the Holman Family Distinguished Speaker Series […]
Editorial
StuGov Buzz: Campaigning for StuGov begins
Hi Bulldogs! Student Government coming at you for your weekly update! Spring is here everyone. I repeat, spring is here. Get out and enjoy the sunshine before it starts raining everyday as Missouri springs are […]
Editorial
Our View: Greek Life should be more transparent
This week, The Index covered a story about the Beta chapter of Sigma Tau Gamma at Truman State University receiving a cease and desist order from their national organization. Throughout the reporting process, The Index […]
Opinions
Student Government: Elections coming soon
Student Government elections are just around the corner! If you’re looking for a way to get more involved on campus, consider running as a student senator. The Student Government represents the student body on a […]
Opinions
Our View: We should make every effort to keep 911 service up to date
The Index reported this week on a ballot initiative in Adair County to charge cell phone users billed in the county $1 per month to go toward the county’s 911 dispatch center in downtown Kirksville. […]
Editorial
StuGov Buzz: Mental Wellness Week
This week marks Student Government’s second annual Mental Wellness Week. The Health Wellness & Safety committee has collaborated with several groups on campus to host a variety of events designed to educate about and raise […]
Columns
Opinion: Say no to Sodexo
This editorial originally appeared in the April 14 issue of The Index as part of the Head to Head column, featuring two columnists’ opposing views. To read Holly Fisher’s piece about the positive aspects of Sodexo, be […]
Columns
Opinion: Group work isn’t that bad
Most students are familiar with the resounding groan that echoes throughout a classroom in response to one dreaded phrase — group project. No one wants to deal with the hassle of organizing schedules, distributing workloads and collectively meeting […]
Columns
Opinion: Trust the people to choose Truman’s next president
This editorial originally appeared in the March 24 issue of The Index as part of the Head to Head column, featuring two columnists’ opposing views. To read Jared Roberts’ piece about how the Board of Governors […]