Author Archives: Tom Chew

Tolerance Equals Acceptance, Not Agreement

by Tom Chew | April 25, 2012 at 8:08 AM

Viktor Frankl once stated, “Being tolerant does not mean that I share another one’s belief. But it does mean that I acknowledge another one’s right to believe, and obey, his own conscience.”

3 Reasons South Park Has Disappointed

by Tom Chew | April 25, 2012 at 8:01 AM

Let’s get real, folks. This season of the South Park has been a downer so far. I know I’m not the only person who’s felt this way, and if you’re a fan who has enjoyed each week’s additions, I’m still … Continue reading →

Grand Prix Breakfast Club a Success

by Tom Chew | April 25, 2012 at 8:00 AM

Jake and Elwood Blues, Mario and Luigi, and numerous other characters were out and about early Saturday morning for Grand Prix’s Breakfast Club. Purdue students and Lafayette locals were all around to join in the festivities. My roommate and I … Continue reading →

What Do You Mean a Boring Offseason?

by Tom Chew | April 4, 2012 at 1:40 PM

For anyone who has trolled past Sports Center on ESPN in the past few months, it is safe to say the National Football League’s offseason this year has been nothing but entertaining. Every year there are trades made, free agents … Continue reading →

One on One Interview with New Political Science Dept. Head

by Tom Chew | April 4, 2012 at 1:35 PM

As a junior in political science and sociology, the popularity of Dr. Rosalee Clawson is well known. She has a unique manner of engaging students and creating dialogue. Her lectures are always insightful, and it is hard to walk away … Continue reading →

A Grand Tradition: Grand Prix

by Tom Chew | April 4, 2012 at 1:07 PM

It is about to be that time of year again here at Purdue. Students across campus engage in preparing for a one day event through a week-long build-up, typically through drinking and partying. Some are actually involved in the race … Continue reading →

Campus Latino Organization Helps Students

by Tom Chew | February 8, 2012 at 9:54 AM

If you were to talk to Angmagssalik Garcia, a junior in pre-landscape architecture, about which Latino organization one should consider joining, she would not hesitate to tell you about The Latino Alliance, commonly known in smaller circles as LA. She … Continue reading →

A Big Ten Legend Passes On

by Tom Chew | February 8, 2012 at 9:47 AM

Coach Joe Paterno famously said, “The name on the front of the jersey is what really matters, not the name on the back.” Playing for the team over personal gain is something Coach Joe “Joe Pa” Paterno always pushed into … Continue reading →

Who’s Who in the Penn State Scandal

by Tom Chew | December 6, 2011 at 8:00 PM

As someone who follows politics regularly, sex scandals are a common occurrence. However, in the world of college sports, they’re a bit less of a commotion. The Penn State scandal has become rather old news, but since it is a … Continue reading →

Supreme Court to Hear Heath Law

by Tom Chew | November 14, 2011 at 2:17 PM

The U.S. Supreme Court agreed today to hear arguments concerning the recent health care law. The main concern regarding the individual mandate. It would require citizens to purchase health insurance or face fines. The court did give itself an out … Continue reading →