OPINION


10/7/2013, 8:34pm

Tattoos Are Not Taboo

As we advance into the 21st century, new trends are becoming more common varying from necessary items, like medical technology, to the unnecessary, such as communication devices.


10/7/2013, 8:25pm

Drake: The path he paved from the bottom to the top

What is it that makes Drake so successful? Could it be his star quality? The passion he conveys for good rap music? Drake embodies his flaws once again in his third studio album titled “Nothing was the Same.” According to Fansided.com the album was released on Sept. 24.


10/7/2013, 8:24pm

'Just ride' with Lana Del Rey

Over the years the music industry has produced thousands of talented performers who have left their mark on history. There have been some artists who have flourished, and created musical empires for themselves. There have also, unfortunately, been some artists who never quite made it. Lizzy Grant was one of these artists.


10/7/2013, 8:22pm

The Beatles: A revolution they created

Music is the most prominent value in our never-ending quest of self-expression through melody, catchy tunes, and heartfelt words. The greatest artists and bands of all time intertwined their tunes and lyrics in such a way that it has influenced generations to come.


9/30/2013, 8:55pm

Going through my first tattoo

Having recently made an appointment to get my first tattoo, I can say that I have definitely put a lot of consideration, necessary or not, into the idea.


9/30/2013, 8:47pm

Do a tattoo, but do it right

Tattoos have become a popular form of self-expression. The decision to get a tattoo is personal, yet many factors contribute to the choice. First, where on your body do you want the tattoo?


9/23/2013, 9:14pm

How blurred are Robin Thicke's lines?

The catchy song “Blurred Lines” by Robin Thicke has received a lot of attention lately. Feminists are riled up saying his lyrics are arrogant, objectify women and even reference rape.


9/23/2013, 9:03pm

Shippensburg's iPhone/Android debate

The war between the smartphones has been an ongoing battle between processors, compatibility, popularity and capability. With giants like Apple and Android dominating the market, users are often looking for their next fix in innovation and uniqueness.


9/22/2013, 7:02pm

Ship Code - Round 1

The Slate staff comments on their relationship woes.


9/16/2013, 9:14pm

The hassle of online textbooks

When I sit down every night to do my homework I like to have a book in hand. Call me old fashioned, but I feel like I will retain more knowledge from reading an actual book, than I will staring at a computer screen. That is why I cannot understand why it is that people prefer online textbooks. I understand that they are environmentally friendly, and all.