Erica Nitschke was The Spectrum's editor-in-chief for the 2015-2016 academic year. She is currently a senior journalism and political science student. She can be reached by email at erica.nitschke@ndsu.edu.

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Bison Abroad | Take a Chance

May 11, 2015, 8:30 AM 0

Two years ago, my sister spent her 30th birthday in Italy. In 10 days, she saw Venice, Florence and Rome and spent about $3,500. Friday, I leave on a faculty-led study abroad tour with the North Dakota State political science department. In the…

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Fargo’s Growing Tech Industry Needs More Workers

Apr 23, 2015, 8:30 AM 0

Jim Gartin, president of the Greater Fargo-Moorhead Economic Development Corporation, said a shortage of workers is the biggest issue facing the community. Technology companies in particular are feeling the strain. “We always have probably 20-30 openings … That’s just…

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‘Birdman’: Flies High or Lays an Egg

Mar 2, 2015, 8:31 AM 0

‘Birdman’ Robs ‘Boyhood,’ ‘Budapest’ of Best Screenplay by Erica Nitschke In a year where indie films dominated, “Birdman Or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance),” took home top honors from The Academy Awards. The story follows a washed-up, superhero actor Riggan…

Health is Public Concern, Not Private Choice

Feb 9, 2015, 8:31 AM 0

A recent measles outbreak is highlighting the need for vaccinations, and the question has now turned political. Measles, once eliminated from the U.S., is one of the most contagious viral infections, characterized by a fever, cold-like symptoms and a spot-like rash…

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Leading the Herd: Sarah Russell

Jan 22, 2015, 8:30 AM 0

Sarah Russell and Hilary Haugeberg ran from student organizations to Greek Life houses, meeting as many new faces as possible in just two, short weeks. “We didn’t eat for a long time when we were campaigning,” Haugeberg said. The…

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When Santa Asks What You Want for Christmas …

Dec 4, 2014, 8:30 AM 0

As every department store has been so eager to remind us, it’s finally Holiday Season. Despite the cheery music, cozy sweaters, sappy movies and the excuse to drink endless amounts of various hot beverages, this time of year always…

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Native American Students Struggle On Campus

Nov 20, 2014, 8:30 AM 0

It took Dereck Stonefish two years to meet another Native American student on campus when he came to North Dakota State as a graduate student in 2010. At that time, Native American students made up 0.9 percent of NDSU’s…

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Writer’s Choice: Dine Out in Fargo

Nov 17, 2014, 8:31 AM 0

After nearly four months of dining center food, it’s time to get out and try something new. Use the first half of your week to venture off campus for a different dining experience. These three restaurants are just a…

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