Author Archives: Katherine Dawson
About Katherine Dawson
Katherine Dawson is a senior journalism major. She is the Opinion Editor of the Arkansas Traveler.Have Yourself a Merry Little Holiday
During Thanksgiving break, while indulging in Black Friday shopping at a Fort Hood, Texas mall, I spotted a trail of children lined up to sit on Santa Claus’ lap and have their pictures taken. As I passed, a woman wearing …
Beebe, Boozman Win Out Arkansans
Republican Rep. John Boozman overtook Democratic Sen. Blanche Lincoln to fill the Arkansas seat in the U.S. Senate in the Tuesday election. Governor Mike Beebe defeated former state legislator Jim Keet in the race for Arkansas governor, and Mayor Steve …
From the Board: Planning for Memorable Halloween Fun
Halloween, though it has roots in the Christian holiday All Saints’ Day, is more strongly linked to the Celtic festival of Samhain. During the festival, the Celts wore costumes and masks to fend off harmful spirits, which is where we …
Letter to the Editor: Columnist Viewed As ‘Condescending’
I’m writing to you about the opinion pieces by Jonathan Cox that you’ve published this year. I find his writing, on the whole, offensive and intolerant. I understand the purpose of the opinion section, but I am disappointed to see …
From the staff: Fulbright Credits Face the Chopping Block
Senator J. William Fulbright, who President Bill Clinton once cited as a mentor, established the Fulbright College of Arts & Sciences in 1946 with a mission to “bring a little more knowledge, a little more reason, and a little more …
From the staff: Revised Parking Policy Can Only Hurt Dickson
The Traveler staff isn’t happy about the recently passed Dickson Street parking policies. Even though Fayetteville City Council members amended their original decision to not charge for parking before 2 p.m. (instead of 10 a.m.), Dickson businesses are still hurting. …
From the staff: Fayetteville Growth Not Always Welcome
During the most recent Arkansas versus Louisiana Monroe football game, you might have caught a new commercial advertising Fayetteville as a hot tourist destination. The promotion pointed out that attractions such as 20 miles of trails, historical landmarks, unique shopping …
From the staff: Bikes, Blues & BBQ
The Traveler staff has no love-hate relationship with any Fayetteville weekend stronger than that with Bikes, Blues & BBQ. For Fayetteville first-years, expect to witness more than 400,000 motorcyclists flooding northwest Arkansas this weekend, much like fire ants on a …
From the staff: Hispanic Heritage Month
September is Suicide Prevention Month, Mushroom Month, Tiger Month, Sewing Month and Southern Gospel Music Month, but at the Traveler, we’re recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month. Regardless of how you believe immigration laws should be addressed, most college students agree on …
From the Staff: The VMAs
If you’re searching for anyone on the Traveler editorial staff mid-week, the first place you should look is probably the Kimpel basement. But, every once in a while, when we’re not editing stories, jamming to Top 40 hits, hosting meetings …
University Corrects New Drug Policy
UA administrative officials issued a press release Tuesday that “no changes have been made to university policies having to do with alcohol or drug violations” despite their publication last week of a revised on-campus drug policy in the residence halls …
From the staff: UAPD on the Prowl
We love strange crimes here at The Traveler. Cooking ecstasy in your dorm room? Creative. Raising snakes in your dorm room? Impressive. But hoarding a loaded revolver, a stun gun, a collection of knives, loose ammo and 15 pine tree …
Lightening Up: New Policy Equalizes Marijuana, Alcohol Policies
Editor’s Note: The Arkansas Traveler does not promote the illegal use of marijuana. This story is meant solely to inform students of a policy change that is pertinent to their life on campus. The academic penalties for marijuana offenses have …
From the staff: Trav revamped
When you picked up the Traveler on your morning walk to class, you might have first noticed the marijuana leaves plastered on 1A, or you might have skipped to the News section and skimmed the epic about our very own …
