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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...

OPINION: Hobbies have more value than just being fun

OPINION: Hobbies have more value than just being fun

Lily Seymour, Opinion Writer January 20, 2025

There are times in social, professional, academic and familial situations when small talk is all that is left to break the ice. There are many topics known to fit the bill perfectly for these awkward moments...

Leah's Lens: Ins and Outs of 2025

Leah’s Lens: Ins and Outs of 2025

Leah Boone, Former Opinion Editor January 15, 2025

As 2025 kicks off, thousands of people are using the new year as an opportunity to get rid of unwanted habits and begin new ones. This year, many are referring to this New Year’s practice as “ins and...

OPINION: The issues with U.S. citizens moving abroad

OPINION: The issues with U.S. citizens moving abroad

Janith Sepa, Opinion Writer January 13, 2025

In light of the 2024 presidential election results, many U.S. residents have been looking into moving out of the country. It’s understandable and valid to feel scared for what the future will look like...

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