Tag: opinion
Opinion: AI actress jeopardizes value of performers, unsettles VPA students
Bringing in Tilly Norwood is an ethical step back for Hollywood. Denying agency over bodies and careers, or taking advantage of sources that don’t get it at all, displays a problematic change in values. Read More »
Opinion: Outpace seasonal depression this winter with changed perspective
If we just bunker down and stay on campus just because it’s cold out, we negate some of what our college experience can be. We have a finite time at SU, and it would be a disservice to yourself to just sit at home when the weather gets cold. Read More »
Personal Essay: How I took advantage of campus facilities this fall break
But now reflecting on the break, I’m noticing it was exactly the opposite – staying on campus ended up feeling less like a period of isolation and more like a much-needed mental reset. With no essays or exams hanging over my head, I finally had the chance to explore everything SU has to offer beyond the classroom. Read More »
Opinion: Resisting AI doesn’t halt productivity. It demonstrates ethical empathy.
While some claim embedded and generative AI is digital innovation at your fingertips, I haven’t yet seen its benefit outweigh my concerns, which I’ve found could have something to do with my gender. Read More »
Opinion: Late-night TV vital to maintain American closeness, community
No matter the content, late-night talk shows connect people. They serve each audience a purpose, whether by making a political impact or predicting what music styles and fashion statements will be trending. In times as dividing as these, society can lean on late-night shows for more human and common interests. Read More »
Opinion: Christian nationalism in schools smudges line between church, state
Implementing harmful programs such as TPUSA or school vouchers will only lead us toward Christian nationalism. Read More »
Opinion: TS12 proves cult following enables mediocre work, cash grabs
The knowledge that superfans will consume anything they release, regardless of the quality, allows them more leeway for lazy artistry. Read More »
Opinion: My project-based education exposes flaws of college test culture
Centering students’ worlds around academics, leaving no room for other experiences, overlooks essential supplemental skills the college provides, sacrificing some of the most valuable parts of higher education for the sake of efficiency and meeting requirements. Read More »
Personal Essay: While unsustainable, my digital detox proves technology’s danger
Societal dependency on technology isn’t an excuse to fall victim to it. Read More »
Opinion: What a debate club meeting taught me about our political discourse
In the wake of Kirk’s assassination, the United States confronts a unique opportunity to transcend partisanship and establish a healthier set of norms for political discourse. An effective culture of debate and argument can exist – but first – Americans must identify where our disagreements start to go wrong. Read More »
Personal Essay: Make room for your grief, even in today’s hustle culture
During phases of our lives that are supposed to be new and exciting, such as the beginning of college, our generation’s focus on forward momentum subtly pressures us to set grief aside — even though processing loss is essential for emotional well-being. Read More »
Opinion: Trump U.N. tout mocks diplomacy, reliable presidential leadership
Much of what Trump said at the assembly was offensive and inaccurate, based on his own bigoted beliefs. Read More »
Opinion: Social media activism fuels echo chambers, ineffective advocacy
The ease of quickly posting online, combined with cascades of information, creates implicit pressure for people in various political bubbles to post about issues they aren’t informed or passionate about. Activism then becomes a mechanism for social acceptance – a way to conform with a crowd or boost personal perception. Read More »
Letter to the Editor: AAUP condemns assault on free speech, suggests caution
Such unilateral and swift actions curtailing these rights appear as prime examples of university administrations across the country siding with authoritarianism rather than defending the free inquiry and speech necessary to university cultures specifically and open, democratic societies more generally. Read More »
Opinion: Nurture long-distance, lifelong bonds with intentional effort
Maintaining constant stability of my long-distance friendships, no matter how much space is between us, provides comfort and familiarity that makes navigating friendships on campus so much easier. Read More »
Opinion: Indifference to politics won’t save you from personal consequences
Political indifference is a set choice. The ideology that politics don’t affect you or others is harmful, arrogant and privileged. Read More »
Opinion: Consider humanities’ modern value during Arts & Sciences pauses
Studying the humanities results in a more diverse array of choices upon graduation. It teaches us the ability to think critically, write, read and understand historical and cultural contexts for whatever industry we choose to pursue down the road. SU must not support this neglectful narrative, or it will only limit the thinking of its students. Read More »
Opinion: We must not be silenced by Trump's group attack on free speech
Without freedom of speech, religion, press and assembly, our ability to voice our opinions is effectively splintered. Read More »
Opinion: Deployment of National Guard in Memphis repeats this summer’s mistakes
His reckless deployment of military forces is enough to make you question whether he is doing this to keep our cities safe, or for his own political gain. Read More »
Opinion: Don’t rely on efficiency of AI. It can’t replace creativity.
In a world of instant gratification, the ability to concentrate on tedious tasks and longer-form content has become a special skill. Creating art of any kind is a form of protest against the technologies that seek to make us slaves to our screens. Read More »
Letter to the Editor: Dems at SU demand gun policy reform after political violence
This isn’t a partisan issue. Violence and extremist rhetoric endanger all of us. That is why we call on our peers to join us in condemning the president’s praise of the extreme right. Silence only encourages more hate. Read More »
Opinion: Engage in local news to combat polarization with civic engagement
These findings underscore the need to preserve local news if we want to live in a civically engaged world that isn’t so insistent on keeping people divided, fearful and angry at the concept of people having differing views. Read More »
Opinion: Recent media sacrifices meaningful plots for sexualized appeal
In this modern era of sexual liberty, pop culture has become obsessed with lust. Both music and TV demonstrate a clear emphasis on sex and the power it brings. Read More »
Opinion: Democrats must campaign beyond overused social issues to find voter appeal
Reliance on advocating for social issues such as abortion, LGBTQ+ rights and climate change won’t be enough to win over the majority of voters nor make necessary headway as a political party. Read More »