Public Discourse project…

…leads to new soccer scoreboard By the start of the soccer season this year, Gustavus had erected a sorely needed new LED scoreboard for the field. Playing with a dim scoreboard had been difficult for both the teams and spectators, especially when neither the score nor the time clock could be seen past a 45 degree angle. Both of these being essential elements to following … Continue reading Public Discourse project…

No end in sight: NHL still locked out

Having déjà vu?  If you are, I don’t blame you, as this is the fourth National Hockey League lockout over the past 19 years.  The 2012 lockout began at 11:59 pm EDT on September 15, 2012 following the conclusion of the NHL’s collective bargaining agreement (CBA), less than a month prior to the scheduled beginning of the 2012–2013 NHL season.  The owners declared a lockout … Continue reading No end in sight: NHL still locked out

Beyond the caffeine:…

…health benefits of coffee and tea Coffee and tea are the two foundational beverages I turn to besides water. Besides the aroma, comfort and jump-start you might get through a cup of tea or coffee, there are many incentives to drinking these beverages, including a number of health benefits from just a cup (or more) of either or both a day. The nicest thing about … Continue reading Beyond the caffeine:…