Staff Editorials

Protest is a right, abortion should be too

On Sept. 18, in the Glenn G. Bartle Library breezeway, an anti-abortion table set up by the Binghamton University College Republicans and Students for Life of America (SFLA) featured massive dramatic signs...


Opinions

New NYC robocop is a waste of resources

In a move seemingly inspired by the films of Paul Verhoeven, New York City Mayor Eric Adams recently unveiled a new 420 pound automated robot, K5, that the New York Police Department...


Guest Columns

The case against universities

Why are you in college? According to a Gallup poll, most students report that their primary reason for attending college is to earn better job prospects. But what makes college degrees lucrative?...


Staff Editorials

Build BAP Better

Binghamton University recently announced that it would be terminating its Binghamton Advantage Program (BAP) and replacing it with the “Broome to Binghamton (B2B) Guarantee Program” and more robust transfer programs. As we...


Columns

Binghamton should revive the Fernand Braudel Center

When I was applying to college a few years ago, I was speaking to a bookstore owner and mentioned my interest in Binghamton University. Immediately, Immanuel Wallerstein’s name was thrown back at...


Columns

Scott Pilgrim is a humanly flawed character

I love comic books with all my heart. Heroes like Superman, Batman and Spider-Man are pillars of modern popular culture that define their genre. What stands out to me, however, is the...


Staff Editorials

BU must accommodate growing student population

Currently, 60 Binghamton University freshmen are living in super occupancy housing (SOH) on campus, about a third of the 153 who began the semester this way. In SOH, three students are cramped...


Columns

Spider-man is a relatable role-model

Spider-Man is many things to different people of all ages. Many would argue that he is primarily a character aimed at children. While Spidey has had his fair share of dark, mature...


Columns

Aging leaders should pass the baton

This week, Mitt Romney announced he would not run for reelection to make way for younger leaders. Nancy Pelosi cited a similar reason for stepping down as House Speaker last year, although...


Columns

Public funding of Oklahoma Catholic School is dangerous

Should religious schools be fully funded by government and taxpayer money? According to the state of Oklahoma, the answer to that question is yes. After months of heated debate, Oklahoma approved St....