Season Finale
The one where one door closes and another opens.
Boycott Adobe
It's Time for Artists to Send a Message
Critical discussion on software companies fleecing artists and consumers.
Exhausted Melodies
A poem about the repetitive nature of human nature. We all share certain core elements that repeat over the ages, linking us to humanity.
Ohio 2006 Campaign Websites: Blackwell vs. Strickland
How do the candidate for Ohio Governor use thier websites? Facts, fiction, and mud.
The Forgotten Philosopher: A Look at John Dewey
An essay delving into the educational philosophy of John Dewey.
The Life of Clarence Himes
A biography of Clarence Himes by his grandson Shawn Olson.
The idea of love
A philosophical look at the human emotion of love, originally printed in the Messenger.
The Price of Learning: Gradecard Dilemma
There is a paradox concerning a parent's push for good grades. The kids don't care about learning.
My Experience at Westland High School
How an honor-roll student can lose heart and drop out
An overview of Shawn Olson's experience at Westland High School.