Author Archives: mowens

Breaking New Ground

Posted on April 29, 2009 by mowens

The Groundwork for Success Program, run by the non-profit organization Groundwork Inc., provides high-school students with countless opportunities for academic, professional, and personal growth, and has a high rate of graduating scholars that make it into some of the nation’s … Continue reading →

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Negating Negativity

Posted on March 23, 2009 by mowens

                “Don’t be another teen statistic! Don’t be a loser on the street wondering why no one wants to help you!” Ms. Gorman screamed at several of her Graphic Communication Arts High School students after they cut her class so … Continue reading →

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The Cost of Lax Plane Regulation: Is It Worth It?

Posted on February 18, 2009 by mowens

On February 12, 2008, a plane crashed into a residential home, killing 50 people. Reports contribute the crash to ice on the wing, but final reports have yet to be released.   Could the catastrophic crash of Flight 3407 have … Continue reading →

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Sneaker Store Runs Away

Posted on February 17, 2009 by mowens

When waiting for large pepperoni pizza in the local pizzeria, I took notice of the neighborhood UPS delivery man as he walked into the shop. “Hey!” he said to the cashier, “Another store bites the dust! Let me get 2 … Continue reading →

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