Tag: opinion
Opinion: Beware of political candidates working against U.S. nature’s protection
It’s not enough for one to simply love nature; it’s not enough to retreat into it and it’s not enough to simply know about it. To love nature in America now requires political participation because without our advocacy, it’s under grave threat. Read More »
Personal Essay: Finding comfort in solitude deepens connections with others
We do ourselves a favor by presently sitting in the discomfort of being alone rather than fighting against it. Read More »
Opinion: Food manufacturers’ subtle additions threaten student health
When these products turn out to be nutritionally empty, it hits hardest for students without the time, knowledge or access to better alternatives. Read More »
Letter to the Editor: NYPIRG urges support for NY Health Act, universal healthcare
To establish a healthcare system that prioritizes people above business, it is essential our lawmakers support the New York Health Act. Read More »
Personal Essay: Freshman year blur is critical for character growth
Freshman year isn’t something you finish; it’s a collection of memories that became part of who I am. And as I sit in the quiet in-between of spring with finals approaching and dorm decorations coming down, I’m feeling a wash of emotions all at once. Read More »
Opinion: Scrutinize the dangers of your favorite platform’s algorithm
As media consumers, the best thing we can do is remain conscious of who truly controls what we see each time we scroll. We owe it to ourselves as United States citizens and young people to recognize bias online so we can make truly informed decisions when we choose a candidate to support. Read More »
Opinion: Dismantling DOEd will disproportionately hurt public schools
No matter your educational history, recognize and understand the importance of this critical institution that works to manage discrepancies in the lives of millions of Americans. Fight for its existence, and fight for others’ education if not for your own. Read More »
Opinion: Homelessness in Syracuse sparks need for unconventional reform
People experiencing homelessness aren’t strangers, but fellow Syracuse residents who’ve been failed by a system that too often ignores the most vulnerable. Read More »
Personal Essay: City of Syracuse can’t be treated as an accessory by SU
Instead of investing in direct partnerships that uplift city residents, the university continues to amplify spaces that cater almost exclusively to students and faculty. Read More »
Opinion: Try boycotting as a safe alternative to street protests
Recent exposures have shown me that a lot of entities publicly engage in evil acts without much accountability. But boycotts continue to provide me and many others with an accessible act of protest that allows us to be active participants in global calls for change. Read More »
Opinion: Government’s pattern of deflection isn’t a model for students to follow
We must stay aware of the blatant hypocrisy and fight to make our voices heard when elected officials speak over us in exclusive generalizations. Read More »
Opinion: U.S. superfood trends make accessing cultural staples harder
It’s crucial to understand that the price of food is the exploitation of workers and the degradation of our planet, not just the digits that follow the dollar symbol. Read More »
Personal Essay: SU’s instances of rejection provide chances for redemption
Young students aren’t promised success with every chance they take, but the rejections I’ve faced at SU have equipped me to handle the emotions and expectations that follow when I’ve failed, and I’ve learned how to use them productively. Read More »
Personal Essay: College provides a chance to lose your identity, find it again
In this whirling state of mind, I began losing confidence in the idea that I knew myself or the world around me at all. I was certain my formerly unshakeable self-image was rooted in youthful naivete. Read More »
Opinion: Passivity on social issues lacks empathy, abuses privilege
What many fail to understand is that all of our lives are interconnected, and soon, these current policies will impact you, too. Money and social standing can only protect a person for so long. Read More »
Opinion: Removing DEIA makes academic, workplace meritocracy impossible
While it’s not the role of college students to reverse these threats ourselves, it’s vital that we recognize the dangerous fallacies in Trump’s idea of merit. Read More »
Opinion: Trump’s threats shouldn’t keep students from peacefully protesting
College environments should enable and influence young people to advocate for issues they see in our world, and they shouldn’t be discouraged from doing so as long as it’s done with civility. Read More »
Opinion: Trump spreads hateful speech online while squashing First Amendment rights
Not only has Trump attempted to strip freedoms granted by the First Amendment, but he believes he’s above the law and government. Read More »
Opinion: Gen Z prioritizes appearance of productivity over true connection
In other cultures, the concept of work-life balance isn’t a pipe dream, but a balanced, normalized way of living. While this type of culture may not be the norm in the U.S., our still-impressionable generation can take strides to implement it. Read More »
Personal Essay: Step out of the SU campus bubble to see the real world
Any student can do the same — it requires removing yourself from campus culture mentally, not only physically. Now, to get past the alienation I feel here from the rest of the world, I know I can simply step off the hill. Read More »
Opinion: Elon Musk’s libertarian agenda targets each U.S. resident’s data
This especially holds threatening weight for younger generations — including Generation Z — who’ve grown up surrounded by technology at home and in school, never knowing a world without it. Read More »
Opinion: Newhouse must expand on XR Lab with mandatory VR curriculum
As VR technology becomes more accessible, it’s imperative that Newhouse leads the charge in integrating immersive journalism into its required coursework. Read More »
Opinion: Jeff Bezos attacks free press, sets libertarian agenda for op-eds
The notion that a free press should be a forum for robust debate is being tossed aside in favor of an ideological battering ram for unfettered capitalism. Read More »