Author Kelly Murray

The numbers are bleak. In February 2003, there were 308,000 jobs lost, the largest cut since the terrorist attacks adding to the growing unemployment rate, as reported by the Department of Labor. Nearly two million jobs have been lost since March 2001.

When you were little, you imagined that you'd grow up, graduate from high school, go to college, meet the man or woman of your dreams, get married and live happily ever after. For many that dream has changed dramatically. The idea of marriage is no longer a priority in the minds of today's youth.

With awards season in full swing, it is now time to begin The Mirror's campaign to win this year's "Outstanding Organization Award." For your consideration, The Mirror has made fantastic strides this year, both on and off the printed page. We have finally successfully moved into our new office, and thanks to the student activities art room, we have finally harnessed the great power of the sign.

Horror movies are meant to frighten and shock the audience. They should make viewers squirm in their seats and then jump out of them. Most importantly, they should be spine-chilling and unpredictable. It would seem that rats would make worthy subjects for a horror film, because you never know what they are going to do next.