Writer: Katelyn Faubel
Professors, student discuss Ted Cruz's presidential candidacy announcement, campaign
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) became the first person to formally announce his candidacy for president at Liberty University last Monday, which some experts said has both positive and negative consequences. Read More »
Professors react to recent negative events involving fraternities across the US
Members of Greek life from many different fraternities and sororities have committed various forms of misconduct in the past couple of weeks. Read More »
SU professors discuss the Keystone XL oil pipeline bill, Obama's veto
Professors at Syracuse University agree that the bipartisan congress has hindered movement on the decision of building the Keystone XL pipeline expansion. Read More »
Professors discuss the effects of proposed FAA drone rules
The proposal, which was announced Sunday Feb. 15, includes regulations such as drones cannot exceed 55 pounds, the user must pass an aeronautics test and the drones must stay in the operator’s line of sight. Read More »
Professors discuss importance of ethical journalism following suspension of NBC’s Brian Williams
Some professors are emphasizing the importance of maintaining the line between being a news personality and being a celebrity after Brian Williams, the host and managing editor of “NBC Nightly News,” was suspended after retelling an exaggerated version of a report he did in Iraq. Read More »
Professors discuss planned release of Harper Lee's second book
A lost manuscript found after 55 years is to be published by the 88-year-old Harper Lee, author of “To Kill a Mockingbird." Read More »
White House decides to drop proposal to tax student loan plans
The White House decided last Tuesday to drop the proposal to tax 529 college savings plans that President Barack Obama announced during his State of the Union address. Read More »
Professors discuss debate over net neutrality, internet regulations
During President Barack Obama’s State of the Union Address last Tuesday, he commented net neutrality, and gave a statement that outlined his stance on the controversial issue. Read More »
