Opinions
Don't put too much pressure on relationships
Why do we date? Why do we partake in the obligatory meal with a total stranger, or the awkward movie appointment that is defined by whether one or two straws puncture the...
Columns
Playlists co-opt artists’ creative visions
The playlist versus album debate has been a topic of discussion on online blogs and music forums since the digitization of music and the rise of music streaming platforms. Meanwhile, many fear...
Columns
The left should increase pressure for medical and utility debt relief
After months of talk about student loan forgiveness floating around the West Wing, millions of current and former college attendees had their nervous anticipation come to a close on Aug. 24 when...
Columns
Recent legislative wins increase midterm odds for Democrats
It is a nearly impossible feat for the incumbent party to perform well during low-turnout special elections before midterms. But in a really bizarre twist, especially considering U.S. President Joe Biden’s low...
Opinions
The 2022-23 season could be the Premier League’s most exciting in years
The 2021-22 season in the Premier League was the first time the league had witnessed a proper title race in some time. Manchester City and Liverpool, two fantastic squads in their own...
Opinions
Modern picture books offer wisdom to all ages
Quick! What was the last picture book you read? When did you read it? For most individuals in college and beyond, the answer to these questions would most likely involve a book...
Columns
Carbon offset is an insidious lie
Ever heard a company advertise that they’re going “carbon neutral” in the near future? If you’re reading this column online, you probably have. Carbon neutrality is a popular new marketing phrase that’s...
Staff Editorials
Editorial: The fight for abortion access isn't over
In the two months since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade on June 24, 2022, the decision has been countered by a wave of fierce activism in attempt to protect...
Columns
Viewers fail to understand real-world relevance of "Black Widow"
For the past decade, Marvel has owned the movie box office, producing blockbuster after blockbuster. But since their Infinity Saga ended with Avengers: Endgame, many of their productions have been controversial to...
Columns
Media should emphasize environmental progress
The tremendous weight of how hopeless humans feel toward saving their planet overpowers any desire to act. Thinking back to news stories I have seen addressing environmental issues, there is almost always...