Today's paper includes a history of the publication written by news editor Joshua Espinoza. Considering what's been happening with the news industry lately, I think these words are important to remember:
... the content and aesthetics of The Mirror have evolved and adapted with the times. The writing style has changed; the layout has changed; and the location has changed. But what has stayed consistent for the past nine decades is The Mirror's mission to inform, educate and entertain the community members University of Northern Colorado.Later, Espinoza reminds us how important newspapers can be:
Having been an essential part of campus life since 1919, the publication has served as a barometer of student opinion on everything from routine occurrences like presidential elections and local politics, to the most memorable events in recent American history - including the Great Depression, World War II, the Vietnam War, the Civil Rights Act, the Columbine shootings and Sept. 11. The students of UNC have been able to view - as if through a metaphorical mirror - the ways in which these national milestones have personally affected them, for better or worse, through the peer-written commentary of The Mirror.Thanks Josh, for reminding me why I love newspapers. And thanks to the Mirror staff members, past and present, for keeping the UNC community informed and entertained for 90 years.
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