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The recently passed health care reform bill has caused uproar in our nation. There are two major sides to the argument- those in favor of its passage and those opposed. One major pro, obviously, is that all Americans will be able to receive health coverage in some form, depending on the risk associated with the individual. However, these benefits will undoubtedly come at a price, and a high one to wealthy Americans. Moreover, the bill is extensive and detailed, making it difficult for some citizens to understand. Also, with the apathetic pandemic that has been spreading through our country, several Americans do not know, nor do they care to learn about the bill. However, the taxes will exempt no one.

The Academy Awards are taking place this Sunday, March 7. In honor of the biggest night in cinema, I asked Auburn students what their favorite movies and movie stars of the year were. We also find out where students would display an Oscar statuette if they won an Academy Award. Check it out!

Impact is a student-led organization that many students unfortunately do not know about. Summer mission trips are common among college students involved with their local church congregations, but what many of them do not know is that an opportunity to serve exists right here on their very own campus. University students go out into our community on a weekly basis, serving children, the elderly, those who cannot read, and many others with various needs. It is not difficult to get involved; two Auburn students, Clark Roper and Quanecia Beasley, share their own stories as leaders of the organization.

In my quest to find the true 'human experience,' I have stumbled across a realization that not only discourages my pursuit but leaves a bitter taste in my mouth. As a college male, I live my life in hopes of meeting people, making connections, and developing lasting relationships to ultimately (hopefully) only better myself. As ABC's 'The Bachelor' finally comes to an end; I am anxiously anticipating the end of the mindless reviews and recaps I have found myself listening to for the past few weeks. It's as if every girl I have met in the past two months has coordinated her own life around the lives of the bachelor and his search for love. Honestly, I'm just really sick of hearing about Jake and his love life.

This country is very connected, but only in theory. It was brought to my attention last night that, out of around 300 million people, 110,000 are on Facebook. In addition to this, about twenty million are on Twitter and around sixty million are on MySpace.

And these numbers are growing!
It seems to me that it has become extremely simple for people to connect at a surface level. However, in life, there is always compensation.

By gaining connection to so many people at such a superficial level, are we losing deeper connections? Years ago, it was easier for people to keep deep relationships because if you knew somebody, it was probably because you lived right by them.

It's 11:30pm on a Sunday in the student Center and I'm working at Eagle Eye TV. I can't be the only loser working on a Sunday night right? Lets see who is doing what around here! I run into information desk workers and of course some students studying. Everyone loves to be on TV so I'm not bothering them right? Oh well they have no choice. I searched the entire student center, making some friends and making comedy. Who knew so much was going on and luckily everyone was a good sport. Who knows maybe next time I'll expose the Haley Center at 11:30pm. Stay tuned to EagleEyeTV.com

The 2010 Winter Olympics are in full-swing in Vancouver, Canada. As a huge Winter Olympics fan, I wanted to find out what my fellow Auburn students thought about the games. What are their favorite events? What exactly IS curling? How does the Olympic theme song go? Auburn students answer all these questions and more!

Whats up everyone! It's been awhile since my last blog, but believe me this blog will make up for the weeks I haven't done one. This story I ran across is crazy. We all have those relatives we don't like to claim as family members, they embarrass up by openly cursing or passing gas in a crowded elevator, but only a few people are lucky enough to have relatives that do something so stupid they deserve a metal or something. The story I found is about a 62 year old who was so happy about all the snow, he lost his sane mind. While throwing a "sledding" party outside his home he thought of a great idea. Rocket power sledding! Who knew that this old man was a genius scientist with spare rocket parts to power his sled.

As one of the new Assistant Directors of UPC's Speakers and Comedians Committee, I've jumped right in to help prepare for our first guest lecturer of the semester. Maybe I'm biased, but I believe this is one of the most awesome events UPC has brought to Auburn since I've been a student here. Frank Warren, founder of PostSecret, is coming to The Plains!

I'm sure many of you are like me and have been fascinated with PostSecret ever since the All American Rejects video, "Dirty Little Secret." For those of you who may not have heard of the phenomenon born on the backs of homemade postcards, let me enlighten you- PostSecret is described as a community mail art project in which people mail their deepest, darkest secrets to Frank Warren, who posts many of these on his blog or includes them in a book or exhibit. These secret-keepers get to remain anonymous, but they also gain a sense of freedom by letting their secret go. If you've ever been on PostSecret.com or read one of the books, you know how moving and emotional some of the postcards can be.

We've got much more to do to get ready for the event. I've been working on advertisements that look like postcards (clever, right?) to put around campus. Also, we'll be selling tickets the week of February 1-5. They're only one dollar with a current Auburn Student ID. The PostSecret events have been selling out on other campuses, so don't be left out! Warren and his collection of secrets will be in Auburn on February 8th at 7:00 PM in the Student Center ballroom.