In this edition of major features, Chi Nguyen interviewed Political Science majors and discussed the reasoning behind choosing the major as well as their dislikes.
Column: Sex work is real, respectable work
The hard-core evidence, not one’s sense of morality, is what should be guiding sex work policy and decriminalization.
Dorm Dash: Honey Glazed Ham
Need an easy to follow recipe for Thanksgiving that’s NOT turkey? Erica Bennett has the fix for you.
Pacer Pillowtalk: Ethical porn consumption
This week’s Pacer Pillowtalk discusses the topic of ethical porn consumption.
Invasive proctoring services overstep student privacy
Reporter Paige Hicks discusses her opinion on the invasive technology schools have resorted to using during the pandemic, citing numerous professional claims on the shortcomings of such technology. “Students are paying tens of thousands of dollars to have their higher-ed institutions sell them out.”
Column: Gymnastics in a pandemic, here's to hands-free in a hands-on environment
Editor-in-Chief Noelle Kriegel shares her experience as a gymnastics coach in a pandemic, highlighting the physical, mental and developmental struggles coaches and children face while still prioritizing health.
Break Down: Conceding elections
“In the end, the Constitution doesn’t specifically address such a scenario, but it does protect against the possibility.”
Erica’s Encouragement: Weekly Reminders
This week’s reminders are important, don’t forget to check them out!
Dorm Dash: Chicken pot pie
Editor Erica Bennett shares a hearty chicken pot pie recipe for students to try.
Pacer Pillowtalk: Hypersexuality
Reporter Angel-Hope Watts briefly explains hypersexuality in this week’s Pacer Pillowtalk.
USC Aiken introduces new chapter, inducts students
Reporter Erin Weeks gives all the details about USC Aiken’s new national honor society, Alpha Lambda Delta.
Break Down: The process of presidential voting
Feeling confused about how the electoral college works? Nguyen briefly explains how votes get counted in certain states.
USC Aiken seniors reflect on memories, look to the future
USC Aiken seniors both reflect and look to the future as graduation is approaching.
Column: Music students need more practice spaces
A&E editor Erica Bennett states her opinion as a musician on the lack of practice spaces available to music students.
Chancellor Sandra Jordan announces retirement, reflects on experience
Reporter Paige Hicks interviewed Dr. Sandra Jordan, discussing her memories, achievements and experiences at USC Aiken.
New USC Aiken music department Instagram run by students
USC Aiken’s music department now has a music page that features students and their work.
Provost sheds light on distribution of spring break dates
Reporter Paige Hicks sat with Dr. Darren Timmons, USC Aiken provost, and discussed the decision regarding spring break and its redistribution.
Dorm Dash: Apple cider recipe
Looking to continue the Fall vibes? This apple cider is sure to keep the autumn spirit alive, as well as make your room smell amazing.
Representation at the COPLAC research festival
This year, USC Aiken’s music department was represented at the The Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges research festival.