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Coping With the Frustrating Hypocrisy of Free Speech on College Campuses

The right of free speech, as outlined in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, is always prevalent in America, except right now on college campuses. …

May 29, 2024

Geriatric Politics and The Reason it Needs to End

Noah Hernandez, University of Texas at San Antonio

The problem with career politicians, unlimited terms, and our great-grandparents running the country.…

February 1, 2024

Green Day Today: ‘American Idiot’ 2024

Julia Ray, Northern Arizona University

How is Green Day's magnum opus still relevant 20 years later?…

January 27, 2024

The Evolving Role of Celebrities In American Politics

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

From success stories to failures, celebrities have left their mark in the world of politics.…

January 16, 2024

Kaitlin Bennett’s Answer to Gun Reform Hurts, Not Helps, Students

Ashlyn Willis, University of North Alabama

The Kent State graduate used her college graduation photos to promote her answer to the gun crisis in America: arm the students.…

June 2, 2018

The Damaging Environmental Legacy of President Trump

Raina Sciocchetti, Unity College

With his term not even half complete, Trump's environmental legacy has the potential to be the worst of any modern president.…

June 1, 2018

From Shackle to Snack: Saving the Sea Turtles

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Innovative startup E6PR has created edible six-pack rings, but do the environmental benefits justify the higher production cost?…

May 30, 2018

Starbucks’ Anti-Bias Training Is a Laudable, but Tiny Step in the Right Direction

Sophie Abuzeid, Mississippi College

If even their best baristas routinely misspell customer names, then a half-day of training probably won’t solve much.…

May 30, 2018

Misogyny and Meninism: What You Need to Know

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

Hateful communities of men have been forming at alarming rates across the country.…

May 30, 2018

The Great Debate: Kneeling for the National Anthem

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

In light of a new policy for the National Football League, controversy surrounding kneeling during the National Anthem continues.…

May 30, 2018

Chris Wylie’s Testimony Was an Eye-Opener and a Wake Up Call

Nola Hynes Brody, University of Houston-Victoria

The less attended and publicized hearing provided disturbing insights into Cambridge Analytica, Facebook and free speech.…

May 30, 2018

The 1,500 Lost Immigrant Children: What’s Real and What’s Fake News

Rebecca Crosby, American University

What does it mean to lose 1,500 children anyway?…

May 30, 2018

Should the Police Use DNA Sites to Catch Criminals?

Kayla Platoff, Maryville University

Recent breakthroughs in 20th-century murder cases have led to a new debate over police access to genealogy databases and privacy.…

May 29, 2018

Siena College Students Design Prosthetic for 10-Year-Old

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

Volunteers at Siena College are using 3D printing technology to create prosthetic limbs for children.…

May 29, 2018

The Future of Israel and Palestine Seems More Uncertain Than Ever

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

Recent actions from the governments of the United States and Israel might signal a shift in the fate of the popular two-state solution.…

May 29, 2018

Could It Be Time for New Journalism 2.0?

Sarah Lynch, Marist College

In a time when even the cold facts are questioned, journalists may find strength in embracing subjectivity — and breaking journalistic conventions.…

May 27, 2018

The Macabre Hashtag #IfIDieinaSchoolShooting Is Trending, Unfortunately

Alex Johnson, New York University

Student Andrew Schneidawind wanted to show politicians the fear that students and teachers live through every day.…

May 24, 2018

During the National Anthem, the NFL Says, No Kneeling Allowed

Erin Alexander, Middle Tennessee State University

The league’s controversial decision to ban the protest might just lead to further political activism.…

May 24, 2018

Following Parkland and Santa Fe, Young-Voter Numbers Are Swelling

Alex Johnson, New York University

There’s never been something like this before.…

May 23, 2018

The Mayor of New York Says Smokes Up

Erin Alexander, Middle Tennessee State University

De Blasio has told the NYPD to come up with a plan to stop the police from wasting their time making ‘unnecessary’ arrests for pot.…

May 23, 2018

The Texans’ J.J. Watt Has Pledged to Finance the Santa Fe Victims’ Funerals

Erin Alexander, Middle Tennessee State University

The Houston football star has a history of altruism when it comes to his adopted city.…

May 23, 2018

Changing Sexual Assault Responses at Uber

Liam Ainslie Mayo, Bard College

Uber recently changed its policies on sexual assault, giving victims a platform to speak out.…

May 23, 2018

First, Do No Harm (to Men)

Kayla Platoff, Maryville University

In health care, despite decades of scientific advancement, systematic sexism is still alive and well — unlike the women it's killing.…

May 22, 2018

Is Journalism Dead?

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

Are clickbait and biases the future of mainstream news outlets?…

May 22, 2018

Anti-Gun Activists Are Mobilizing at the Polls, but So Is the NRA

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

Gun control has become a hot-button issue for primaries across the country.…

May 21, 2018

The Santa Fe Shooting Finds Texas Grappling with a Mass-Murder Crisis

Alex Johnson, New York University

Including the Sutherland Springs shooting and Austin bombings, nearly 40 Texans have died from domestic terrorism since November.…

May 21, 2018

Michigan State Reaches Massive Settlement with Larry Nassar Survivors

Alex Johnson, New York University

The university will reportedly have to use student tuition to finance the agreement.…

May 21, 2018

Is the Incel Rebellion Problematic in Nerd Culture?

Tabitha Prisinzano, Columbia College of Missouri

Incels are making headlines with shocking acts of terror, but where does the incel philosophy stem from?…

May 20, 2018

Students Represent Diverse Politics with The American Agora

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

By creating The American Agora within the university, students of American University are promoting ideological diversity throughout their campus.…

May 19, 2018

Flint Residents Still Don’t Trust the Water

Samantha Jorgens, Central Michigan University

Although the water is technically considered safe, Flint residents do not trust the water until all the pipes are replaced.…

May 19, 2018

In Jerusalem, Trump’s Decision to Move the U.S. Embassy Leads to Massacre

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

The controversial decision marks a break with decades of diplomatic precedence.…

May 18, 2018

5 Dangerous Volcanoes that Could Erupt Next

Erin Marie Winans, James Madison University

Kilauea is happening now, but here are other volcanoes that people should have their eye on.…

May 17, 2018

Is Kanye West a Genius?

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

Has the rapper’s recent behavior robbed him of his artistic achievements?…

May 17, 2018

Education in 2020: The Rise of Individualized Degrees

Daniel Reed

Across the country, majors and standardized curricula are becoming a relic of the past.…

May 15, 2018

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