Web Statistics
A brief introduction to understanding website statistics, including a discussion of visits, hits and other topics to be aware of.
My failed faith
The evolution of Shawn Olson's views on faith, religion and ethics.
New CS:Source Map de_tension
My return to mapping is official with the remake of de_tension for CS:Source. This new map includes a novel mapping technique developed by Andrew Penry and myself called Dynamic Mapping.
The other end of life
An emotional editorial by Shawn Olson about old age originally printed in the Messenger.
Educational Inflation
A critique of the value of educational diplomas.
Adults shoot kids with paintball gun
On Nov 10-11, 2002, adults fired paintballs at neighborhood kids from 237 Fremont Court.
J. Ashburn Jr. Youth Center turns 40
History of the J. Ashburn Jr. Youth Center, a refuge for many children and teenagers in the Hilltop, a community on the West Side of Columbus, Ohio. Story from in the Columbus Messenger Newspapers for April 29, 2002 by staff writer Shawn Olson.
Winners on Wheels
A feature about disabled students involved with sports. Originally from the Westside Messenger.
Some thoughts on learning
Shawn Olson criticizes the standard battle between educators promoting exclusive learning styles.