There is a saying I would like to impart to the future generations: Understanding does not equal acceptance. I came to this nuance not long after I completely lost my ability to blindly believe in the supernatural. For years I had been, as I called myself, an "honest agnostic," … [Read more...] about The Limits of Moral Relativism
Car Wash Quickie
Is your car dirty? Think it needs a wash? Or do you think California could do with more rain? If so, then come on in and tempt fate for a good cause at the upcoming car wash here on campus. All proceeds go to the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), a national … [Read more...] about Car Wash Quickie
Speaking with Stephen
On Wednesday September 15th, this reporter sat down with Steven Spenser, candidate for the Yuba seat on our very own Board of Trustees. David: Would you care to tell us about some of your previous occupations? Steven: Whew. I was a fry cook - started out as a fry cook and … [Read more...] about Speaking with Stephen
Spencer’s Sacrifice
Wine, beer, deep-fried mushroom caps, and the death of a ponytail that would have given Willie Nelson envy. Interested yet? Then you should have been at Steven Spencer's trustee campaign fund raiser. A collection of friends, colleagues, well-wishers, and other … [Read more...] about Spencer’s Sacrifice
Burn the Koran Anyway
I swore to myself that I wouldn't do this. I really don't want to, you know. I don't want to comment on the whole Terry Jones, International Burn a Koran Day controversy that (thankfully) took all the media focus off the Teabagger's little plans for a politically sectarian rally … [Read more...] about Burn the Koran Anyway