Eleanor Skelton

Temporary employment may pose undesirable working conditions

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on Nov. 17, 2014. By Eleanor SkeltonNews Editor Students often seek out temporary or part-time employment between a full course load to pay bills or for some extra cash. Flyers with pull tabs asking students to sell knives or make commission-based sales calls have peppered the bulletinContinueContinue reading “Temporary employment may pose undesirable working conditions”

Expressing myself after fundamentalism and legalism

Last Sunday, I introduced my friend Cynthia B. to my favorite movie during my teen years, The Apple Dumpling Gang (1975), said to be the highest grossing Disney movie of the 70s. It’s slapstick comedy, but has complex characters. I’ve always admired Dusty, the stage driver. She’s the stabilizing influence for most of the town. When three orphansContinueContinue reading “Expressing myself after fundamentalism and legalism”

Apps to prevent dating violence, promote safety and stop drunk calls

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on Nov. 10, 2014. By Eleanor SkeltonNews Editor October was domestic violence awareness month, but these issues have no timeline. With nearly everyone constantly carrying their smartphone, the following applications can be useful. The apps range from a quick method to find a ride, a program thatContinueContinue reading “Apps to prevent dating violence, promote safety and stop drunk calls”

Klingon, Elvish and Feayran contribute to increased cultural awareness

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on Nov. 10, 2014. By Eleanor SkeltonNews Editor Klingon and Elvish lessons are not just for obsessive fantasy and sci-fi fans. Learning fictional languages and ancient languages like Koine Greek or Celtic dialects can enrich understanding. Linda Watts, anthropology chair, teaches the class the Nature of Language.ContinueContinue reading “Klingon, Elvish and Feayran contribute to increased cultural awareness”

Missing the mark: Exploring the meaning of ‘sin’ beyond fundamentalism

I cry, Father, Father, forgive meYou say, Child, I already have.- Joy Williams, Beautiful Redemption I pulled back on the bowstring, my arm trembling to hold it taut. My friend Ashley gave me pointers from the other side of the archery pit. “Pull your finger back before you release so the arrow doesn’t catch.” “AimContinueContinue reading “Missing the mark: Exploring the meaning of ‘sin’ beyond fundamentalism”