Month: November 2013

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Up In Smoke

Both hookah and cigarettes are forms of inhaling tobacco, but seen in two different shades of light. The hookah first made its appearance in ancient Persia and India in the 12th century. It can be seen popularized in films such as Alice in Wonderland, and is trend seen among students […]

Arts & Entertainment

A Weekend of Jam over the Yonder Mountain

Plymouth, NH- On Friday, November 15th the Flying Monkey Performance Center is excited to bring back Rusted Root, known for its unique blend of experimental world beat folk-rock fusion, and high energy live shows. Saturday, November 16th showcases Jeff Austin & The Here & Now. Known best as the frontman, […]

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Silence (in Film) is Golden

A funny thing happened on Hal¬loween night. No, this may not be as exciting as most people’s stories from October 31st, however it still serves as an important bookend on a persistent childhood fear of mine. “Nosferatu”, or at least the monster featured in the film, has creeped the beejeezus […]

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Every Cut Counts

Why do students skip class? The reasons are virtually endless: fatigue, boredom, hangovers, family and/or relationship troubles, the season finale of “Breaking Bad”, a sports game, or more commonly “I don’t have to go to that class to pass.” While we all know that there are many reasons to skip, […]

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Minding Minor Details

On October 30th, students and teachers alike came together in the Hub Fireplace Lounge to discuss and determine something that could possibly aid students in the future; minors. Some students were there to determine which classes they needed to enroll in to fulfill their current minor, and others wanted to […]

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Addressing the Pain in Pleasure

Sexually transmitted Infections are on the rise in colleges everywhere, including Plymouth State University. About 19 million new sexually transmitted infections occur each year, and nearly half affect those between the ages of 15 and 24. In terms of the college population, one out of every four students has an […]

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The Crippling College Crime

Many of us on campus hear stories of domestic disputes through the grapevine. Naturally, it is not out of the ordinary for couples to have differences, as dissimilarities are what essentially connect us with one another. But what happens when those verbal disagreements turn into physical abuse? Many are afraid […]

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PSU’s Unsung Heroes: Tim Keefe

#8220;I was under the impression that you came to ask me who I thought the university’s unsung heroes were. Instead, you want me to talk about myself as an unsung hero,” remarks Tim Keefe, Plymouth State University’s Dean of Students. Keefe insisted that there are dozens of faculty and students […]

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Post Graduate Success

It is difficult to fathom how far an education can truly take you prior to graduation. Each school year, college seniors find themselves wondering what on earth they can do with their degree. Ryan Theil, a 2012 Plymouth State University Alumni explains that PSU students do not have to look […]

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Popular Plymouth Beers

  Take a walk down Main Street.  The numerous eating establishments will satisfy even the fussiest eaters. Choices include Mandarin, Chinese, Greek, subs, burritos, or your average American Pub food. Over 21 and want to wash down that fine fare with an ice-cold one?  Boy, does Plymouth have some choices! […]