Author: The Scout

With talk of the budget cuts floating around campus, students and faculty feel that they are not receiving sufficient answers about the university’s decision-making process. The announcement that Bradley is suffering from a $13 million deficit this year came in an email three weeks before the beginning of the semester and many students felt blindsided by the news. Since then, students have not received any updates regarding the situation.  Because of this, many students have heard different statements from other students and faculty. It has been stated that the university will look over enrollment data to determine which programs should be cut. Many students fear their major or minor will be discontinued. The Scout staff believes that students should be included in the conversation because

As The Scout celebrates 125 years on Bradley’s campus, the staff would like to remind students about journalism’s importance to the Bradley community. Originally, The Scout began as a monthly student-run newspaper before  switching to bi-weekly and now weekly publishing. While the publication has changed, the message of The Scout is the same.  The Scout strives to provide accurate, relevant and up-to-date information that informs and entertains Bradley students and faculty with stories about campus happenings, pop culture and sports. Editorials, weekly opinion-based stories regarding an issue or topic on campus, have been influential since the 1960s. They have been used as a way to make change at Bradley. For example, after a female student was jumped on the quad, The Scout campaigned for more

The students on Bradley’s campus come from diverse backgrounds and celebrate different cultures. With National Hispanic Heritage Month well under way, it is important for students to take the time to learn more about and appreciate everyone’s cultures. Almost every month, multicultural clubs and organizations host events related to their cultures. These events are typically open to the public and are a great way to learn about someone’s heritage. Most are not only informative, but also do a good job of immersing everyone in different aspects of diverse cultures. However, if you do end up going to an event, make sure you are respectful of the traditions that students share with the public. That means not laughing during cultural events, paying attention, staying off your

Each year around this time, you may start to notice your classmates coughing and sniffling or you might be experiencing cold symptoms yourself. It’s crucial for students, especially freshmen who are on their own for the first time, to know how to stay healthy on campus. While some tips go without saying, here are some ways to take care of yourself while sick. To prevent a cold, ensure that you’re practicing proper handwashing techniques. That means washing your hands for at least 20 seconds. If there is no bathroom around for you to wash your hands, it can be beneficial to carry around a pocket hand sanitizer to use before and after eating. To prevent spreading germs, it’s important to cover your nose and mouth