The Rambler

McCain Mania and other Tales of Horror

By Allison Cepis

Senator McCain and Governor Palin have been evoking hatred and ignorance of the participants of their political rallies. These McCainiacs, who are worked into a frightful frenzy during these rallies, have been heard to sling insults about Senator Obama such as, “treason” and “terrorist”.

Candidates' Controversial Ties

By Vania Vargas

Vice presidential nominee, Sarah Palin, has recently accused Barack Obama of “palling around with terrorists”. 

HIV in Australia: A Growing Epidemic in an Unsuspecting Place

By Maya Davis

When the word HIV pops into mind, many places are immediately associated with it such as, South Africa or the United States. But what about Australia? Australia has recently seen within the past years an alarming increase in numbers of HIV cases.

Bush Signs Significant Legislation on US-India Policy

By Merlyn Mathew

In today’s world, the need for international diplomacy and cooperation among nations is great. On Wednesday, October 8^th, 2008, President Bush signed legislation allowing American businesses to enter India’s nuclear market.

The Playful Parodies of Palin

By Damaris Zayas

The past year has been dedicated to politics, from the primaries to the selection of the vice presidential and presidential candidates. It has been one hell of a year for politics, even for that one guy who runs for office every four years…what is his name again?

Journey Through the Signs: Using Astrology to Empower Your Life

By Amy Zambrano

You are more than just your horoscope sun sign found in columns of newspapers and magazines. For years, people religiously read their daily predicted fortune based on the position of the stars for their zodiac horoscope. Did it ever occur to you that astrology is more than just foretelling your romantic passions? Believe it or not, astrology can actually be used as a tool to empower your life!

Snow Flower and the Secret Fan

By Pamela Kapaldo

Lisa See’s Snow Flower and the Secret Fan tells the story of Snow Flower and Lily, two young girls who grow up in China in the 1800s.

The Co-Ed Transition and How it Will Change Rosemont

By Morgan Brooks

Here is an issue that is sure to be buzzing through everyone’s mind; whether you live on campus or you commute, whether you are a freshman adjusting to the college atmosphere or a senior preparing to graduate, everyone here will be affected by Rosemont Undergraduate College’s transition of an all women’s school to a co-ed enrollment.