Columns
Current social distancing and quarantine measures have led to a decrease in pollution
No one can stop talking about the coronavirus pandemic that has swept the world. I certainly can’t blame them — as the numbers of infected and dying individuals rise, the reality of...
Columns
Organic food is a better, but much more expensive option
If you’ve been to a grocery store in the past few years, you’ve probably heard of organically produced food. Organic food, once confined to small health food stores run by gleefully high...
Staff Editorials
Editorial: Returning the tassel
With President Harvey Stenger’s March 26 announcement that Binghamton University’s 2020 commencement ceremony would be postponed indefinitely, many students are left wondering what to do with their previously purchased graduation caps and...
Columns
For younger generations, dark times call for dark humor
How many times within the past week have you heard someone say something along the lines of “I’d rather get the coronavirus than miss the opportunity to walk at graduation, take an...
Guest Columns
My experiences show that BU is no exception when it comes to discrimination against women in STEM
In my first few weeks majoring in systems science and industrial engineering (SSIE) at Binghamton University, my professor looked me over and told me I’d be better at sucking lollipops than I’d...
Staff Editorials
Editorial: Condemning racism in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic
Ever since the coronavirus hit the news, some have used it as an excuse to justify racist comments against individuals of Asian descent, even here at Binghamton University. A March 16 Pipe...
Columns
Cancelling clubs and activities can be harmful to students
Everyone can admit it — these last few days have felt like a science fiction apocalypse, with schools dropping like flies and states of emergency being announced in different cities on a...
Staff Editorials
Editorial: SA E-Board and BU Council representative endorsements
President — Khaleel James Although James is running unopposed this Student Association (SA) election cycle, the Editorial Board believes he can be a successful leader for next year’s e-board. In the wake...
Guest Columns
Letter to the Editor: Statement from the Vice President for Academic Affairs
On March 11, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that all SUNY and CUNY schools must transition to distance learning models by this coming Thursday. Binghamton University approved its own COVID-19 response plan —...
Columns
The United States’ response to the coronavirus has been apathetic and dangerous
It’s the latest buzz on the streets. Everyone’s talking about it and it’s not getting any better. The coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, has now spread to every continent on Earth except...