Columns
Social media perpetuates harmful cycle of "FOMO"
If you’ve ever experienced a school drug-prevention assembly or if you grew up in the 2000s or even the early 2010s, you’ve probably heard about the dangers of peer pressure. These admonitory...
Columns
Liss Truss' economic agenda will worsen the British economy
On the final day of a Tory Party conference in Birmingham, new U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss railed against an “anti-growth coalition,” which included the Labour Party, environmental advocates, trade unions and...
Columns
The NHL must do more to address racism
Although hockey is my favorite sport to watch, it’s not a very popular sport in the United States. It’s costly to play, many states don’t have professional teams and the players lack...
Columns
BU is neglecting students with COVID-19
I contracted COVID-19 for the first time two weeks after moving to Binghamton University this year. Very quickly, I became frustrated by the school’s lack of preparation for an outbreak. After waiting...
Opinions
College students should learn how to relax
You’ve just studied for hours and hours to get a decent grade on a midterm exam. Finally, exam day comes along. Let’s say that you feel good about the exam and all...
Opinions
Social media platforms must impose more effective age restrictions
Gen Zers have the unique experience of growing up with social media platforms, like Instagram, since early in their lives. But how old are most users when they join these platforms? According...
Opinions
Sanctions are unlikely to curtail violence against protestors in Iran
On Sept. 16, Mahsa Amini was murdered by Iranian police for refusing to wear a hijab in accordance with the country’s hardline Islam-inspired laws concerning a women’s appearance in public. Public outrage...
Opinions
Administrative barriers hamper student protest
Right before tennis great Roger Federer’s farewell match on Sept. 23, a climate activist rushed the court. The guy was on fire — partially at least. The whole ordeal lasted less than...
Opinions
The college ranking system is flawed
The title “Ivy League” immediately draws associations of elitism, money, academic excellence and selectivity — and now, scandal as well. Established in 1754, Columbia University is one of the eight Ivies and...
Staff Editorials
Editorial: Enough is enough
Starting on Sept. 9, OCCT Late Nite bus service was suspended due to misconduct from students taking the bus, including some who had forced open closed doors. Unruly behavior and rudeness toward...