Tag: opinion
Opinion: Support human writing, demand artificial intelligence copyright laws
Taking the extra step to confirm your reading content without AI intervention is important. Read More »
Guest Essay: As a twin, I want sibling-specific scholarships in college
Although SU already offers aid and a few other scholarships, this overlooks family structure and the unfair advantage students with high academic achievement face. When twins or triplets attend college, costs hit all at once and many struggle to keep up. Read More »
Opinion: Rejecting model minority myth is essential for Indian American solidarity
Pride in our community’s journey shouldn’t take the form of self-importance over others, especially when members of our own community continue to suffer from outdated caste ideology used to justify internal hierarchical structures in the U.S. Read More »
Opinion: I befriended an AI bot. Here’s what I learned about human companionship.
When targeted toward self-improvement and achieving certain goals, AI can be a strong partner. Though I’m skeptical of using AI as a psychiatrist, making it an impartial analyst could potentially help a person receive better, more accurately tailored advice. Read More »
Personal Essay: Holiday season brings emotional, beautiful change in college
It’s easy to feel like we’ve regressed into a past version of ourselves when all the people we’re reuniting with have missed out on our recent advancements. The tendency to reignite resolved arguments and slip back into habits we’ve outgrown is normal. Read More »
Opinion: Pop culture films demonstrate recession but should be recognized for community
People are divided now more than ever, and despite their varying levels of quality, these movies not only make sure movie theaters can stay afloat, but they also provide a new way for people to connect. Read More »
Opinion: Seek the truths of America's history, reject exceptionalism as college students
Making an effort to understand different perspectives relating to American history ensures better understanding in the face of overly nationalistic currents throughout the U.S. and abroad. Read More »
Guest Essay: Names carry more weight than we realize. They tell our stories.
Although you may not always be able to guess where I’m from by my name, that’s no longer my burden to carry. Read More »
Guest Column: College, economic strain shows American dream no longer possible
My peers and I are told to keep working hard and everything will sort itself out. But now that I’ve taken on the responsibilities of a college student, it seems I’m entering an endless cycle. I imagine my future running away from me as I let the days pass by just to stay on top of all the demands. Read More »
Personal Essay: Sink into boredom as an opportunity, not a waste of time
By the end of break, I realized I felt more rested than I had in months – not just because I got to sleep in, but because boredom gave me room to breathe and appreciate my life more instead of rushing through it like we’re typically encouraged to. Read More »
Opinion: Recognize modern examples of genocide, colonialism this Thanksgiving
We must stop sinking into the compartmentalization of our society. This isn’t a simple question that lingers in the world of politics or economy: It remains a pillar of our American identity. It informs and guides the many expressions of our existence as Americans. Read More »
Guest Column: ‘Cuse on the Quad is underrated, formative part of SU experience
Watching as people come together to support their school is moving. SU is such a massive school, and is home to people with vastly different backgrounds. The football games are the best way to come together as a campus and celebrate the one thing we all love: our school. Read More »
Guest Column: J-1 visas must be more accessible for cross-cultural experience
That opportunity shouldn’t be barred by logistical obstacles, especially for returning international counselors. Read More »
Opinion: 140 inches of projected Syracuse snow shows climate change severity
We can't keep treating brutal winters as just another Syracuse quirk. They're warnings, and we can't afford to ignore them any longer. Read More »
Opinion: Loss of Teen Vogue dilutes youth-aimed journalism, political consciousness
Eliminating the staffers responsible for the magazine’s social justice coverage sends an insidious message: political journalism aimed at young people is now dispensable. Read More »
Personal Essay: Even with SNAP restoration, I won’t forget the weeks of struggle
The leader of this country is treating the abuse of millions as though it were merely a technicality, an acceptable side effect, disregarding the harm to real people. Read More »
Opinion: There’s no right way to immigrate to America. The system proves that.
Its occurrence informs our continued realization that there has never been a “right” way to immigrate to America. Read More »
Opinion: Political absurdity isn’t an excuse to stop fact-checking media
If we stop seeking accuracy, misinformation and half-truths begin to define how we understand governance, policy and the world around us. Read More »
Opinion: After shutdown, U.S. should turn to other countries’ models of stability, care
At some point, we have to realize that there must be a better way of governing than having the entire country come to a halt when Congress can’t agree on a budget. The funding bill passed by the Senate is only good until Jan. 30, and then we’ll likely be right back where we started. Read More »
Guest Essay: As a musician, I’m sad to have missed peak of Syracuse music scene
The lack of house venues being passed down from graduating students is so disappointing to me because I know what the Syracuse community is sacrificing by not addressing it – community itself. Read More »
Opinion: Democrats' response to shutdown deal weakens party’s resistance
The Democrats, however, don’t seem to know where they stand and are willing to trust the word of the party responsible for cutting more than $1 trillion from a plethora of health programs and adding more than $3 trillion to the national debt. Read More »
Opinion: Higher voter turnout is good, shows Americans only vote when affected
By voting in all local elections – not just the “high-stakes” ones – the public is likely to be more informed and able to hold their local representatives to higher standards, ensuring the decisions these policymakers act upon are in the community’s best interest. Read More »