Thoughts - Page 103

Dunkin’ Bids Adieu to the Donuts

Cameron Andersen, New York University

The more things change, the worse they get.…

September 28, 2018

Linus Torvalds’ Linux Kernel Departure Marks a Shift in Attitudes Toward Tech Entrepreneurs

Ryan Secard, College of Wooster

Torvalds’ leave of absence from his post as ‘benevolent dictator for life’ is a promising change for an industry infamous for its abusive executives.…

September 28, 2018

What the Brett Kavanaugh Saga Proves About How Victims Are Treated

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

Thursday’s emotional hearing might be the most public test the #MeToo movement has faced since its inception.…

September 27, 2018

Why Core Curricula Should Be Eradicated

Study Breaks Staff

The Jesuits had us doomed from the get-go.…

September 27, 2018

What’s the Deal with the Ugly Produce Movement?

Tricia Crimmins, Bates College

Misshapen fruits and veggies are the new black.…

September 26, 2018

The Top 6 Reasons to Take Part in an Internship

Mark Stenberg

You'll thank yourself later.…

September 25, 2018

The Duchess of Sussex and Queen of Tennis Are, Apparently, BFFs

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

The duo’s friendship is practically the stuff of fairytale, but it’s even better because it’s not.…

September 25, 2018

New York Fashion Week: The Need-to-Know Highlights

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

Drag shows, baby bumps, political protests and flying shoes — fashion brings it all.…

September 25, 2018

Bill Cosby Has Been Sentenced to Up to 10 Years in Prison

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

The ruling marks somewhat of a success for the myriad Cosby accusers.…

September 25, 2018

Why Journalism Students Tend to Be a Step Ahead of Other Students

Anastasia Cottone, St. Bonaventure University

It's not because they get more sleep.…

September 24, 2018

Christine Ford Will Officially Testify in Front of Senate

Rebecca Crosby, American University

Her case has been compared to Anita Hill’s, which has prompted discussions of how far (or not far) women’s rights have come in 30 years.…

September 24, 2018

Rihanna Has Been Officially Appointed Ambassador Extraordinary of Barbados

Cameron Andersen, New York University

What we've known all along has finally become a reality: Rihanna is royalty.…

September 24, 2018

Trump and Kavanaugh Face Backlash Through #WhyIDidntReport

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

Kavanaugh, who has been nominated to the Supreme Court, has now been accused of sexually assaulting two different women.…

September 24, 2018

Why Did Etsy Shut Down This Popular Politically Charged Black-Owned Shop?

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

Splendid Rain Co became famous for its brazen merchandise, but now it’s leading the charge against Etsy’s hypocritical business practices.…

September 24, 2018

The Right’s Recycled Criticisms of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Only Show Their Insecurity

Ryan Secard, College of Wooster

And their lack of creativity, honestly.…

September 24, 2018

Civil Wants to Make Journalism Financially Viable Again

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

Can blockchain technology provide a sustainable, democratic platform to sustain honest journalism?…

September 23, 2018

Just How Effective Can Student Government Ever Be?

Christian Cannon, Rice University

The organization is clearly mostly symbolic, but it doesn’t have to be toothless.…

September 21, 2018

Pope Francis’ Negligence Now Outweighs His Popularity

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

Can I get an amen?…

September 21, 2018

Madeline Stuart, a Model with Down Syndrome, Is Upending the Catwalk

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

The Australian starlet has been featured in Vogue and Forbes, but says she won’t stop until she’s modeled for Victoria’s Secret.…

September 21, 2018

In the Criticism Toward Khloe Kardashian’s Daughter, Colorism Strikes Again

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

Comments remarking that Khloe’s daughter, True, was 'too dark' led her mother to disable comments on the photo.…

September 21, 2018

Coca-Cola Is Contemplating CBD-Infused Drinks

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

A century ago Cokes had cocaine, and in a few years they might have marijuana.…

September 21, 2018

What I Learned Riding the Greyhound Bus Across Canada

Jen Tombs, University of Warwick

The broke student approach to travel can have its benefits.…

September 21, 2018

StudyTuber Ruby Granger Does More Than Motivate You to Study

Myah Clinton, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Who knew watching someone else study could be more than a distraction from your own work?…

September 21, 2018

The 10 Best Versions of Monopoly for a College Game Night

Carrie Christensen, Pensacola Christian College

‘Fornite’ Monopoly, anyone?…

September 20, 2018

The 12 Liquors Every College Student Needs to Know

Caitlyn Conville, Bergen Community College

You've already been back for a month, you deserve a drink.…

September 20, 2018

How to Throw a Cheap (but Fun!) Bachelorette Party on a College Budget

Tori Ihnen, Fort Hays State University

Money can be tight when you're a student, but these tips will help you save while still making (and forgetting) memories.…

September 20, 2018

11 Pop Culture Halloween Costume Ideas Perfect for 2018

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

*Hits blunt* You want to know how I got these ideas?…

September 18, 2018

10 Struggles of Being a Second-Generation Chinese American

Christine Fang, University of California San Diego

Being an ABC (American-born Chinese) is not as easy as 1, 2, 3.…

September 18, 2018

Donald Trump Jr. Mocks Alleged Sexual Assault Victim on Instagram

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

His cruel meme targeted Christine Blasey Ford, who recently accused Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of attempted rape.…

September 18, 2018

Sean Penn Comments on #MeToo, Completely Misses Its Point

Rebecca Crosby, American University

Penn has faulted the movement for dividing men and women.…

September 18, 2018