Strong writers like Alesha Horn, Natalie Gaffney and Jolene Bruska
offer stunning honesty and insight. They help us be more open and
compassionate. That's part of these reason that almost 400 parents,
grandparents, teachers, students, and state legislators came to the
steps of Minnesota's state capitol last week, to honor them.
Read more: JOE NATHAN COLUMN: Student writers show how to destroy walls and build bridges
Ashley Luginbill, a 2007 Elk River High School graduate recently wrote
a wise and thoughtful challenge to my column about remedial courses in
Minnesota universities. She began, "I agree with all your main points;
however I think it isn't just about the students needing to challenge
themselves more."
Read more: JOE NATHAN COLUMN: College student challenges columnist, high school and college faculty
