Designated smoking areas clear the air but some protest stigma

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on March 2, 2015. By Eleanor SkeltonNews Editor Gold and white signs stating “designated smoking areas” along with ashtrays were installed this semester, indicating exact locations where smoking is appropriate. A committee including Ralph Giese, director of Residence Life and Housing, and Brian McPike, executive director ofContinueContinue reading “Designated smoking areas clear the air but some protest stigma”

‘Remapping the Trauma of War’ looks at history of PTSD, refugee immigration

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on March 2, 2015. By Eleanor SkeltonNews Editor War is not isolated to a geographic location or time, argued a lecture on Feb. 26 titled “Remapping the Trauma of War.” Professor Anna Secor and associate professor Patricia Ehrkamp from the geography department at the University of KentuckyContinueContinue reading “‘Remapping the Trauma of War’ looks at history of PTSD, refugee immigration”

Color coded parking system sees similar results, shuttle rider increase

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on Feb. 23, 2015. By Eleanor SkeltonNews Editor Campus parking implemented a new color coded permit and lot system last fall. The new system charges more for parking in closer lots, separated faculty and student parking and kept Four Diamonds parking free. “I haven’t had any complaintsContinueContinue reading “Color coded parking system sees similar results, shuttle rider increase”

Theft at University Village, subsequent arrest at Lane Center illustrate public safety protocol

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on Feb. 23, 2015. By Eleanor SkeltonNews Editor UCCS notified students and staff at 3:16 p.m. on Feb. 18 that a theft had occurred in the University Village Shopping Center, explaining that the suspect was last seen entering the Lane Center. At 3:38 p.m., the system issuedContinueContinue reading “Theft at University Village, subsequent arrest at Lane Center illustrate public safety protocol”

Spirituality not shunned in science

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on Feb. 23, 2015. By Eleanor SkeltonNews Editor The modern day martyr stereotype involves the Christian freshman debunking his atheist science professor, risking his A for a failing grade. But this scenario is incredibly rare. None of my science professors have ever attacked my religious beliefs. Instead,ContinueContinue reading “Spirituality not shunned in science”