Tag: opinion
Opinion: Voting in local, state elections matters
Now is the time to engage fully in these elections and to recognize that the votes we cast locally are just as vital, if not more so, than those at the national level. Read More »
Opinion: Survivors of sexual assault deserve better support from SU
It is not until we address the problem at the source that we can make a real change, and everybody needs to pitch in to help. Read More »
New York should mandate and provide masks, not ban them
We can and should define our own ethos around disability, national and social liberation. Read More »
Debunking the 'freshman 15' myth: What incoming college students should know
By adopting a few simple strategies, you can maintain your wellbeing while enjoying your newfound independence. Read More »
Disciplinary proceedings against GSE members contradict what SU stands for
A group of concerned SU graduate students say academics must use their research to challenge the status quo. SU's disciplinary actions toward Gaza Solidarity Encampment members threaten their invaluable capacity to do so. Read More »
Embracing the Orange spirit can lead to a fulfilling SU experience
Getting involved and integrated in our community is difficult as well as daunting, but it is the most integral aspect of the SU experience. Read More »
Graduating students need to carry their activism with them
Our writer discusses the experiences of students post-graduation, she dives into the idea of many losing their passion for advocacy. Without this drive, what might our futures look like? Read More »
Letters from our community in response to Gaza Solidarity Encampments
Since the start of nationwide college encampments, The Daily Orange has received multiple Letters to the Editor from the SU community. Read More »
'Stealth-like' changes to Falk College blind-sided faculty
I am hugely disappointed with the “heavy-handed,” disrespectful and disruptive manner by which reorganization decisions were made and communicated. Read More »
Criminalizing homelessness is ushering in a new stage of capitalism
The reality is that it shouldn’t be illegal to live the best way we can, especially at the hands of a system that puts us there. Read More »
SU’s Preferred Name Policy must be more consistent in supporting trans students
SU’s Preferred Name Policy is meant to be a step toward bridging the gap for trans students who are either unable to legally change their name or are waiting for this change to be formally processed. But without clear communications and consistency, the system falls short. Read More »
How boycotting drives liberation
We must recognize our privilege and leverage it to dismantle systems of oppression. Boycotting is not just a tactic, it's a moral imperative. Read More »
SU students need to stand in solidarity with the students at Columbia University
We can’t pretend nothing extraordinary and historic is happening just a little over 200 miles from our campus, where fellow students are risking everything, even their very lives, for what they believe in. Read More »
The ‘model minority’ trope doesn’t represent Asian Americans
Only by understanding the full spectrum of Asian American experiences through specified and pointed data can we begin to dismantle stereotypes, tackle inequities and ensure that all Asian Americans have the tailored support and resources they need to truly thrive. Read More »
SU administration should have been more transparent about recent changes to Falk College
The changes to Falk College are not inherently wrong, and they may potentially benefit the university in the long run, but both students and faculty deserve transparency and involvement with these types of decisions. The university can’t just talk about shared governance, it needs to act on it. Read More »
Letters from our community in response to campus unionization efforts
We are a crucial part of this institution, ensuring every student, staff and visitor receives the nourishment they need with a smile, regardless of our own circumstances. Read More »
The 'cult of celebrity' distracts people from real-world problems
As I grow older, I want to do a better job of not caring about a class of people who are growing more wildly out of touch with the rest of us. More of us, especially those in the younger generations, should think about doing the same. Read More »
With rising rates of antisemitism in the U.S., we should embrace unity to combat hate
So much misinformation is spread by the media, but by learning from the experiences of a different person you can gain valuable insight on the subject you want to understand. Read More »
Pope Francis is paving the way for inclusivity in the Catholic Church
Catholicism was meant to be an inclusive faith. If we don’t follow its most crucial tenets of unconditional love and forgiveness, our convictions are simply nominal and rooted in an identity rather than the belief itself. Read More »
International students from China experience art education differently in the U.S.
While understanding this pluralistic world, I still have a long way to go in exploring my insights and style as an international student. Whether an international student or domestic student, I encourage everyone to continue to reflect on your relationship with both creativity and conformity. Read More »
SU needs to better advocate for Arab students on campus
By allowing SU students to immerse themselves in the richness of Arab culture, and learn about it in academic spaces, we can facilitate a collective appreciation and understanding of Arab contributions and achievements. Read More »
‘Quiet on Set’ reveals dark side of public pressure
Seeing them now being subjected to this same kind of behavior from the public as adults is nothing short of frustrating and infuriating because it means we haven’t actually learned anything from watching “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV.” We haven’t learned our lesson about what pressure can do to people, how easily we can traumatize others. Read More »
Local newspapers uphold democracy. The government needs to protect them.
Supporting local journalism through tax breaks is a crucial step in revitalizing an industry that serves as the bedrock of democracy. Read More »