Pacer Times presents a carefully curated Summer playlist by Opinions Editor Paige Hicks.
No Man's Sky: An intergalactic Minecraft and beyond
Editor Jillian Hicks dives head-on into this seemingly infinite and immersive game: “I have spent almost two days in playtime on NMS, and I find it relaxing to be reminded of how small we are, especially as we learn that we aren’t alone in this infinite universe.”
Pacer Pillowtalk: Planned Parenthood & the war against Roe v. Wade
Opinion Editor Paige Hicks takes on Pacer Pillowtalk with a comprehensive article on the defunding of Planned Parenthood, and the research of the impacts of the removal of the resource.
Book of the Month: "The Lost Apothecary" by Sarah Penner
“Why did we go to such lengths to protect the fragile minds of children? We only robbed them of the truth—and the chance to grow numb to it before it arrived with a hard knock on the door.”
APRIL FOOLS EDITION: Breaking News: Classes will be ending a week early to account for insufficient spring break days
Jillian Hicks breaks the news about Spring Break.
Controversy surrounding the term "womxn"
There has been recent controversy surrounding the term “womxn” and its usage in inclusive spaces.
USC Aiken mask mandates and enforcement continues
USC Aiken continues to enforce the use of masks while reporting a low-alert level of transmission.
Book of the Month: "Infinite Country" by Patricia Engel
Book of the Month is back!
Learning management systems: Is Blackboard Learn Ultra meeting student's needs?
“At the end of the day, the university is tasked with making a decision as to which of these services fits the needs of its students.”
Horror Noire & Black Music Matters: Black horror and musical influence
Paige Hicks reviews two events on campus.
Feature: Julia Evans, Founder & President of the Black Student Union
“BSU is not just an organization. It’s a community of people engaging in conversation.”
Activist spotlight: Bryan Stevenson, a beacon of justice and freedom
The United States makes up 5% of the world’s population, but 25% of its incarceration population. Bryan Stevenson is one of many, but not enough, fighting to change for justice inside and outside of the justice system.
glAmazon: Valentine's Day aesthetic
Wondering about what to wear on Valentine’s Day? Pacer TImes has got you covered with this month’s edition of glAmazon!
Infographic: COVID vs. Campus
An infographic briefly detailing campus information regarding COVID.
Column: Social media addiction, the threat it poses on young girls and the age of disinformation
“There are only two industries that call their customers ‘users’: illegal drugs and software,” - Edward Tufte, computer scientist and professor emeritus of computer science, political science and statistics at Yale University
USC Aiken is in a “solid financial position” in the midst of the pandemic
Universities are not immune to economic hardships as a result of the pandemic, but the University of South Carolina - Aiken is fortunate to have done better than they had expected.