Kali Lingen
Brookings became home for SDSU graduate
During my freshman year at South Dakota State University, Brookings felt nothing like home. I moved around a lot when I was growing up, so a new place was not that odd, but a new place far away from my family and friends was a first for me. In the fall of my sophomore year [...]
St. Valentine’s Day legends shed light on dreaded, loved February celebration
Ah, it is that time of year again: Valentine’s Day. It is a day which is both dreaded and loved. I think Valentine’s Day is a bittersweet holiday, and it has a deeply rooted mysterious history: a history which intrigues me. According to History.com, Feb. 14′s St.
Cold snow days bring back fond memories, columnist says
As a child, I loved winter and snow, simply because I always hoped for snow days at the sight of the first fallen snowflakes. Snow days were those rare, fantastic days when school was canceled and my brother and I were allowed to play outside all day long.
Spring can’t come soon enough, says columnist
Snow. Cold, white, fluffy snow. Insert sarcasm and disdain here. Although I like snow more than rain, I still don’t like precipitation in general, especially cold precipitation. I will admit though, the big white snow globe-type snowflakes are beautiful and I do love seeing them.
Small-town life has many perks
I like small towns. There, I said it. I enjoy the small town life. Those hailing from these small towns know what I am talking about. There are many reasons why I thoroughly enjoy small towns. My favorite thing about them is going to the grocery store and it’s basically a guarantee that I will see someone I know and want to stop and talk to.
Music evokes many memories depending on song choices
A song can evoke a memory. A memory so strong that it takes your breath away, takes you over until you are completely lost in the moment. For me, there are a few songs that stick out in my mind and take me down memory lane. “Let it Be” by the Beatles will always remind me of my mother.
Rain puts a damper on columnist walking to class
I hate rainy days. I know hate is a strong word, but I dislike rainy days so much I think the word “hate” is very fitting for my disdain of rain, or precipitation in general. Let me explain my reasoning for my hatred. For the most part, rain is cold.
Love for all of humanity: give peace a chance
“Gay? Fine by me.” Those are words that resonate strongly with me. Last spring, I bought a T-shirt that reads that from the Gay Straight Alliance. I did not buy the shirt because I am gay, but rather because I care about humanity and have love for a fellow human being.
Flavor and tradition feed Brookings in beefy bites
“Buy ‘em by the bag” is the tagline of Nick’s Hamburger Shop, a restaurant that is uniquely Brookings. Dick Fergen, current owner of the shop on the corner of Main Avenue and Fifth Street, said his favorite thing about the restaurant is the people. “It’s where everybody comes back to,” he said.
Lead state kicks off its fall program with 50 students
A new leadership program for sophomore students, called Lead State, began its inaugural term on campus this fall.
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