OPINION

Grow up, Mr. West

By DYLAN GRECO | Mar. 1

 I’m not saying you’re a bad person if you listen to Kanye West. There’s something to be said for separating the art from the artist. But if you agree with his statements about Jewish people, you too are a disgusting bigot.  

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OPINION

Go park yourself

By DYLAN GRECO | Feb. 22

For a school with over 32,000 students, undergrads aren’t provided with enough close-to-class parking.  

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OPINION

Don’t believe the NFL’s version of Pat Tillman’s story

By RYAN TANTALO | Feb. 21

"Next time you see Pat Tillman’s name used to promote the military and NFL, remember the truth surrounding his tragic death." 

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OPINION

People with disabilities — whether permanent or temporary — shouldn’t be an afterthought

By VICTORIA HILL | Feb. 15

The university needs to be held accountable for not providing more accommodations for people with disabilities. 

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OPINION

Superhero movies are ruining the art of film

By DYLAN GRECO | Feb. 15

Slapstick comedy and CGI ultimately make superhero movies lose sight of their endgame. 

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OPINION

In the courtroom that is my classroom

By SUHA CHOWDHURY | Feb. 8

"In my silence, I am reminded that enjoying political science and humanities classes is a privilege. Educational institutions only teaching through specific lenses. Spaces where we’re not heard nor seen, purported to be works of charity. It is, like many things, run by the white man and woman. A scholarly realm for them, a battleground for us."

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OPINION

Kick the sheets and go outside

By DYLAN GRECO | Feb. 8

"It’s really easy to get couped up at home, especially after a hard-fought semester. But it’s important, even over breaks, to occupy yourself with either a job or some sort of physical activity."

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OPINION

My children will not play football

By RYAN TANTALO | Jan. 5

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin's tragic injury is the latest example of the extreme risks football players accept every time they walk onto the field. 

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OPINION

‘The arbitrary date of Jan. 1’

By KATIE SKOOG | Dec. 30

"If you are planning on making a New Year’s resolution, make it doable. Start small and work toward your ultimate goal."

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OPINION

Don’t lose the sun because of a missed star

By Yakun Liu | Dec. 9

"What is your most significant regret?” 

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OPINION

A cup of coffee or a cup of community?

By TENZIN WODHEAN | Nov. 28

The “third place” is a term which defines an accessible and public space where people regularly gather and interact for a sense of community and camaraderie. Starbucks’ promise of community through consumerism is antithetical to the third place.  

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OPINION

‘Tis the season — for living sustainably

By ALEXANDRA SACCONE | Nov. 23

On a day that’s meant for giving thanks, we can thank our planet for its continued support through genuine environmental action — such as making sustainable swaps during our holiday celebrations.

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OPINION

Holidays are not for body shaming

By Kiana Hodge | Nov. 17

I dread having to go back home for the holiday breaks.

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OPINION

It’s OK to not always be perfect

By VICTORIA HILL | Nov. 17

If you get a “bad” grade, it isn’t the end of the world.