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OPINION: Disasters are not divisible

OPINION: Disasters are not divisible

Morgan Ray, Opinion Writer February 17, 2025

With the acceleration of global warming, natural disasters are an undeniable threat to all parts of our country. Between Hurricane Helene unexpectedly striking the Carolinas and Tennessee, to the vast...

‘The Bachelor’ recap: Snitches get kisses

‘The Bachelor’ recap: Snitches get kisses

Abby Buckner and Leah Boone February 14, 2025

Week three of “The Bachelor” brought the drama to new heights as the 14 remaining contestants competed for Ellis’s attention. Bungee jumps, rooftop conversations and — most notably — a lot of...

Difference of Opinion: The ungrading system

Difference of Opinion: The ungrading system

Leah Boone and Lily Seymour February 14, 2025

Grades are a vital part of the college experience Leah Boone Recently, more classes and universities have begun to lean toward an “ungrading” policy, which takes a large amount of focus away from...

OPINION: Do's and don'ts of Valentine's Day

OPINION: Do’s and don’ts of Valentine’s Day

Jenna Guzman - Editor-in-Chief DO: Give your mom flowers and order the Papa John's heart-shaped pizza. DON’T: Judge others for what they consider to be an ideal Valentine’s Day or Valentine’s...

OPINION: Unrestricted access to AI is dangerous

OPINION: Unrestricted access to AI is dangerous

Allison Lehan, Opinion Editor February 10, 2025

Editor’s Note: This article contains mention of suicide and sexual harassment.  These days, anyone on the internet has completely unrestricted access to artificial intelligence. Conversational bots...

‘The Bachelor’ recap: A buzzer-beater, a serenade and shocking goodbyes

‘The Bachelor’ recap: A buzzer-beater, a serenade and shocking goodbyes

Abby Buckner and Leah Boone February 5, 2025

Week two of The Bachelor brought intense competition as 18 remaining women fought for Grant Ellis’s attention through high-energy group dates and emotional one-on-one moments. From basketball shots to...

OPINION: AI is fueling climate change

OPINION: AI is fueling climate change

Allison Lehan, Opinion Editor February 5, 2025

In today’s hyper-globalized, convenience-obsessed society, most neglect to fully understand the impact their lifestyles have on the planet. The more commercialized consumer industries become, the further...

OPINION: Application fees are another barrier that low-income students face

OPINION: Application fees are another barrier that low-income students face

Courtney Quinton, Opinion Writer February 3, 2025

Applications submitted for undergraduate, graduate and doctorate programs have an application fee associated with applying. The fee is used to process the application, verifying and overseeing all of the...

‘The Bachelor’ recap: No drama llama

‘The Bachelor’ recap: No drama llama

Abby Buckner and Leah Boone February 2, 2025

Love is in the air, and so is the drama. “The Bachelor” is back for season 29. Grant Ellis kicked off his journey to find love with a night full of first impressions, bold entrances and, of course,...

Leah's Lens: A second Trump presidency is a direct jab to Black culture

Leah’s Lens: A second Trump presidency is a direct jab to Black culture

Leah Boone, Former Opinion Editor January 28, 2025

As many people begin to fully recognize the gravity of the recent inauguration, it becomes clear Donald Trump will be a president for only one demographic: straight white men.  Trump’s blatantly...

OPINION: Diversity statements should not be minimized in today’s society

OPINION: Diversity statements should not be minimized in today’s society

Anna Kate Mock, Opinion Writer January 27, 2025

What is the most valued trait in a faculty member of a university? Intelligence? Professionalism? Empathy? In essence, the intricate process of hiring a faculty member is choosing the person who is going...

OPINION: Human society thrives off shame

OPINION: Human society thrives off shame

James Ellman, Opinion Writer January 22, 2025

Shame is a powerful tool used by many to manipulate and control the masses. Whether it be a politician, or your next door neighbor, we as humans exist in societies and structures that use shame to intimidate...

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