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Author: Kristen Agar

Simone Biles: The New Queen B

23 September 2016
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Simone Biles took the world by storm during the Summer Olympics. The 4-foot-9 powerhouse entered the competition as a three-time all-around world champion and had…

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Missouri’s Governor’s Race Ramping Up

23 September 2016
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While the presidential election is receiving national attention, another race is occurring a little closer to home. The Missouri gubernatorial election will be Nov. 8,…

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Backlash on the Bathroom Law

29 April 2016
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North Carolina has been in recent headlines due to its Public Facilities Privacy and Security Act. The bill, commonly known as House Bill 2 or…

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Senior Spotlight: Matt Crawford

22 April 2016
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Senior psychology and business administration major Matt Crawford came to Jewell four years ago, but he’s not ready to leave just yet. He took a…

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Why Erin Andrews deserves more

24 March 2016
Kristen Agar
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Erin Andrews is a goddess. I developed my liking for her by watching her co-host ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars,” but other people may be…

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Six students receive Hall Grants

11 March 2016
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Aside from the $2,000 that all Jewell students can receive through Journey Grants, a select group of students can receive up to $5,000 through a…

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The Campaign Trail: Third Party Candidates

4 March 2016
Kristen Agar
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Third Party candidates are still in the running for the 2016 presidential election. Among these are Jill Stein, Gary Johnson and Vermin Supreme. Stein, who…

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Education majors gain experience from student teaching

19 February 2016
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As seniors, education majors are required to spend a semester student teaching. In the semesters leading up to their senior year, they participate in fieldwork, a…

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Obscure Sports Weekly: Slalom Skiing

5 February 2016
Kristen Agar
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Slalom skiing is a form alpine skiing in which the skier must pass between poles or gates. Alpine skiing encompasses all forms of skiing that…

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