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Cam Cosey

Cam Cosey is a senior staff journalist for MBU Timeline from St. Louis. He is pursuing a degree in communication studies with a minor in journalism. Cam also plays on the MBU football team. After graduating Cam plans to write for a news outlet while training to play pro football abroad.

Netflix’s “Ozark” a Major Success

Written by Cam Cosey on November 6, 2018. Posted in Arts & Entertainment

Netflix has no shortage of edgy dramas and hit TV series, but they have hit the lottery with “Ozark,” which launched in July 2017. While the show depicts that part of Missouri unrealistically, the drama and plot lines make up for that failure.

Photo by Anika Conley

Sports, a Second Parent

Written by Cam Cosey on October 25, 2018. Posted in Sports

Kids from poverty stricken neighborhoods and broken homes can learn the qualities of good character through athletics. Kids learn how to work in teams, to be hardworking, to set goals and even understand responsibility for the first time.

Growing up in inner-city areas can have detrimental effects on adolescents, but those who choose to pursue athletics may find themselves able to overcome their demographic struggles and develop strong character traits along the way.

J. Cole’s Fight Against the Drug Culture

Written by Cam Cosey on September 20, 2018. Posted in Arts & Entertainment

J. Cole’s “KOD” album is sonically pleasing, the message behind the lyrics and his fight to change the culture of recreational drug abuse in the younger hip-hop world comes together to create a masterpiece.