The Pacer

Independent voice of the University of Tennessee at Martin since 1928

Opinion

Public school vs. private school debate depends on variable factors

In the United States, there has been an age-long debate over whether public schools or private schools are better for…

Words and how intent, literal meaning apply

The topic of freedom of speech, especially the First Amendment, has become an extremely pressing issue over the last few…

Celebrating thankfulness wherever you want

With the Thanksgiving holiday rapidly approaching, I am reminded of the familiar dilemma I see many of my friends facing:…

The Boy Scouts are no longer just for boys

On Oct. 11, 2017, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) announced that they would begin accepting women into their organization…

Parental roles obviously changing and that is OK

Growing up without a dad, I watched my mom play both roles. She brought home the bacon and cooked it…