Tag: opinion
Media literacy education is necessary for every student
The mainstreaming and pervasiveness of conspiracy theories and disinformation has become one the most serious challenges to the foundation of American political consensus and governance. Read More »
How to protect your peace at a school full of chaos
As I stayed in, I looked into Orange After Dark events, weekend late-night activities where I could go with friends to meet new people in an environment that doesn’t involve alcohol. Read More »
It’s our responsibility to sustain holiday nostalgia
As we get older, we have to be willing to take an active role to recreate that holiday “magic” and fun for ourselves, however that may look for you. Read More »
Pro-Palestinian speech is a stance for liberation, not antisemitism
Anti-Palestinian and anti-Jewish sentiments are simply different sides of the same worthless coin. No matter what side you bet on, it will flip in favor of denying people’s humanity. Read More »
Letters from our community in response to the Israel-Hamas war, on-campus protests
Over the past weeks, The Daily Orange has received Letters to the Editor from a range of Syracuse University’s community members regarding the Israel-Hamas war. Read the collection here. Read More »
Thanksgiving can be a celebration, but we should look into its history of erasure
Thanksgiving represents a celebration of white America. It is a yearly reminder for Indigenous peoples of how colonialism has dwindled their populations and rid them of ownership of a land they knew best. Read More »
Boosting local businesses can repair Syracuse's growing lack of tourism revenue
It's essential for SU to play a part in this, and examine how the university's growing student population and housing concerns impact local businesses. Read More »
Investing in community-based birthwork can help mend structural health inequities
Community-based doulas in particular possess an unparalleled skill set that centers individuals' needs concerning perinatal healthcare, but also transportation, housing security and food security. Read More »
A parasocial relationship shouldn’t replace genuine connection
Parasocial relationships are just one example of the dangers of being chronically online. They can be anything from platonic to romantic, and are based on wanting to be close to or with the figures we’re obsessed with. Read More »
Executive Committee of SU AAUP calls for greater academic freedom from administration amid Israel-Hamas war
We caution university leadership in using all-university email communications to implicate — even obliquely — specific departments and individuals for speech and statements they made within their rights of academic freedom. Read More »
In welcoming each other, we can find new homes
The remarkable nature of this culture is that not only was a stranger allowed to sleep in their house but that the stranger felt comfortable enough to do so, as well. That is the essence of welcoming in Middle Eastern culture: feeling like you are family. Read More »
In sharing how we mourn, we can better process loss
The insuppressible state of grieving arises as soon as the unnerving shock regresses. It is such a strange biological response to something which we do not fully understand. Read More »
Pre-health advising at SU needs further aid to better support students
At SU, many students experience inconsistencies with their advisors. But those on the pre-health track need better, more personable help in particular given the intensity of their curriculums. Read More »
Being involved with the Best Buddies program can make SU more inclusive
By practicing inclusion and looking to engage with Best Buddies, SU students can help give everyone the opportunity to have unique experiences that better the community as a whole. Read More »
Trusting social media will leave you misinformed
You don’t have to pick up a book or print if you don't want to, the real sources are just as readily available as the news that comes from our feeds. Read More »
Police won’t prevent violence, systemic change will
The ultimate goal should be mending the social fabric of our society to a place where everyone is able to thrive regardless of their racial or socioeconomic background. Human life should be valued more than profit. Read More »
Unionization process has left out marginalized graduate students
However, the recent move to impeach the GSO president because of her advocacy for students’ concerns is deeply disturbing for me to witness. She was advocating on the behalf of graduate students who have concerns about unionizations and the implications, including myself. Read More »
Kevin McCarthy’s concessions are problematic for the House and for the country
The concessions made to members were brought to light after the House passed its new rules package on Jan. 9. McCarthy’s promised concessions will prove to be dangerous for politics, the economy and America. Read More »
The SU community should reflect before casting judgement onto Eric and Jason Coker
The step-brother of Eric and Jason Coker believe that if they were alive today, they would have regretted making jokes and the offense they have caused. Read More »
African American Studies Department should have Black professor to be head of the Department
After its history hiring white people as AAS department chairs, now is a perfect time for university to step in. Read More »
Students and the city of Syracuse should make an effort to eliminate litter
In a neighborhood whose primary residents are permanent, not students, it is no surprise the neighborhood is kept clean and residents take pride in the places they live year round. Read More »