Subjects in the Classroom and Life
A discussion on the utilitarian value of the subjects our schools teach. This editorial on education was one of the last pieces Shawn Olson printed as a Messenger writer.
Columbus Messenger, Me and Unprofessional
The Columbus Messenger Newspapers and why I don't work there anymore.
One 7 One Photos
One 7 One opened for Cringe at the Tavern at the Mill on June 21, 2003.
The root of educational failure
The reason public education suffers is because the primary participants (students and parents), do not share a love for learning.
The other end of life
An emotional editorial by Shawn Olson about old age originally printed in the Messenger.
The Forgotten Philosopher: A Look at John Dewey
An essay delving into the educational philosophy of John Dewey.
The Call for Religion in Schools
An unpublished editorial on religion in the classroom.
Education in Debt
The assumption that a diploma means educated is not well founded.
Using the Internet
This editorial on education was printed as a Chalkboard column in the Messenger.
The Value of Art
An essay on the value of art.