September 2013

On Sept. 18th the Cleveland Browns once again made a move that caused fans to scratch their heads. Owner Jimmy Haslam approved a trade to send their 2012 third overall draft pick, running back Trent Richardson, to the Indianapolis Colts. In return the Browns received a first round pick in the 2014 NFL Draft. This is just another head-scratcher in a long line of questionable moves made by the Cleveland Browns organization since their return to the NFL in 1999.

On Saturday night, fight fans witnessed a fight for the ages with UFC 165 taking place in Las Vegas. Jon Jones was in the fight of his life against his opponent, Alexander Gustaffson. Jones fights at light heavyweight (205 lbs.) and he is usually a lot heavier than that on fight night. He is also 6-foot-4 and usually enjoys a dramatic reach advantage, along with his size advantage. That was not the case on Saturday night. Jones usually picks his opponents apart by staying on the outside and utilizing his edge in reach. On most nights his face is rarely touched.

I am in no way affiliated to any Greek organization on campus. However, I find myself every fall and spring encouraging friends of mine to get involved with a sorority, join a professional frat, or at least give rush events a chance. This surprises lots of my fellow non-Greek friends. Our campus has an interesting attitude on Greek life. I wouldn't say it is an overall negative view, but there is a clear divide between those who affiliate and those who do not – and you are eventually required to pick a side.

Conversation- every group has their own style, their own way of conveying thoughts and ideas. There are different accents, different languages and even different gestures. People know this. And yet, there is another element of much greater benefit, which can be achieved through having a conversation, especially if it is with someone who is quite different from you. This is because those differences can come together to create something unique and beautiful.

Five ONU students competed in the annual Red Bull Flugtag on Saturday in Chicago. Alex Schroeder, Chad Meyers, Chris Leibly, Donnie Allison and Mitch Gibson, entered a design of a 10-foot-tall gliding polar bear to the company, which was accepted for competition. The five are all seniors and male cheerleaders at ONU and represented the school through their uniforms and use of our mascot.