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Uncover the family tree. When people know more about their family origins, their individuality is preserved.

Uncover the family tree. When people know more about their family origins, their individuality is preserved.

perspectives April 27, 2012

On April 2, the National Archives and Records Administration (NARP) uploaded the entire 1940 census record online. Within eight hours, the site received 37 million hits, almost causing the site to shut...

People live in Iran. Americans must recognize Iranians as humans with human needs and fears.

People live in Iran. Americans must recognize Iranians as humans with human needs and fears.

perspectives April 27, 2012

It seems redundant, but I say it anyway. People—nearly 80 million of them—live in Iran, the same as about a quarter of the American population. However, in light of recent conflict over Iran’s nuclear...

Mind your own business, United States. America cannot always play the role of international police.

Mind your own business, United States. America cannot always play the role of international police.

perspectives April 27, 2012

With the recent uprisings and revolts around the world, many people have turned their heads toward the United States for guidance. Countless countries, their governments and their citizens expect the United...

Pardon my French. The Motion Picture Association of America is too arbitrary in its ratings.

Pardon my French. The Motion Picture Association of America is too arbitrary in its ratings.

perspectives April 27, 2012

Although I try my best to censor myself in public or professional settings, I’ll be the first to admit that I use a fair share of swear words. I’m not particularly proud of my less appropriate vocabulary,...

Don’t rely on trends and the media to decide what causes you care about

perspectives April 27, 2012

In this month’s issue, the Acumen is covering a variety of movements and trends within our school and featuring students who are passionate about these causes. However, this passion often seems contrary...

Students must recognize their influence on teachers’ pay

perspectives March 22, 2012

The day many students enter high school is the day that one element of secondary schooling becomes apparent to them: independence. From driving to school to choosing their own classes, high school pushed...

Aces in attendance. The controversial ACES program strives to boost school attendance. Is the program a good or bad idea?

Aces in attendance. The controversial ACES program strives to boost school attendance. Is the program a good or bad idea?

perspectives March 22, 2012

Good idea // Natalie Maier. Although ACES can be criticized, it is actually a benefit  to Hamilton County students who fall behind in  school. It places a measurable limit on how many days a child...

Move over, celebrities. Students should spend more time helping those who truly need it.

Move over, celebrities. Students should spend more time helping those who truly need it.

perspectives March 22, 2012

Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Dan Wheldon, Amy Winehouse. What do those four people have in common? In the past two years, these four celebrities have died, yet made a major difference in the culture...

Stranger danger. Be careful with your privacy on social networking sites.

Stranger danger. Be careful with your privacy on social networking sites.

perspectives March 22, 2012

With spring break quickly approaching, I decided to tweet about how excited I was to be going to Cancun, Mexico. Within an hour, I gained about seven followers from different countries, as well as three...

Do your research. Make an informed decision  before you jump on the bandwagon.

Do your research. Make an informed decision before you jump on the bandwagon.

perspectives March 22, 2012

It started off with anticipation and a touch of skepticism as Invisible Children co-founder Jason Russell began his narration. Then followed entertainment as Gavin jumped on a trampoline, sorrow as Jacob...

Drink responsibly. Consumers should fully realize what they’re drinking and not just jump on the bandwagon.

Drink responsibly. Consumers should fully realize what they’re drinking and not just jump on the bandwagon.

perspectives February 23, 2012

With the recent rise of energy drinks and increased reliance on the more traditional coffee and tea, it’s important to take a step back and look at what they really do for us. Sure, drinks like these...

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