The gerrymandering that pervaded New York state harms American democracy
At this point, blatantly gerrymandering is essentially an American tradition, but that doesn’t make it any more sightly. Read more »
Columns
SU needs to require a discussion-based ethics course for all students
Opinion | With the widespread mistrust of the media and political institutions SU should teach students ethical boundaries and how to be responsible social actors. Read more »
Fake IDs not scanning will be detrimental to the bars that rely on them
Fake IDs not working will, of course, affect students, but the businesses that rely on student populations will suffer the most. Read more »
We are not doing enough to support Ukrainians
SU student Violetta Soboleva's held a sign saying "stop the war. Putin is Hitler," in hopes of generating more attention to Russia's invasion. Read more »
Take advantage of the unique workout the Barnes Center rock wall offers
Accepting the possibility of falling each time you climb the wall helps build resilience and an ability to challenge yourself and take risks. Read more »
SU's once-prestigious reputation has been slowly slipping for a few years
There is a clear disconnect between what the students want out of SU and what the school does. Read more »
Professional Greek organizations at SU are valuable alternatives to social ones
For students who are looking to get involved in Greek life but wish to avoid the gender-specific and often expensive world of social Greek life, professional Greek letter organizations provide an exciting alternative. Read more »
U.S. colleges need to do a better job at maximizing student's educational experience
Colleges and universities should work to maximize how much more prepared students are for life upon graduation. Read more »
Comparing SU, surrounding city serves as painful reminder of the persisting wealth gap
Interstate 81 is at fault for some of this disparity. Its creation forced families to relocate, but due to housing discrimination, marginalized communities only had certain streets where they were welcomed. Read more »
The challenges of standing out as a Black student at SU
When I walk onto campus, it feels like I’m entering an environment that's completely separate from the city. Read more »
SU’s Kink 101 seminar is distasteful and embarrassing to the entire university
Students at universities across the country are being encouraged to normalize violence in sex. Read more »
Greek Life at SU is not as widespread as social media makes it seem
Looking at social media alone, one could easily assume that fraternities and sororities are one of the only ways to be involved at SU outside of the classroom. Read more »
SU needs to restructure writing classes to better foster and create writers
In the few writing-intensive classes I have been in at SU, they all have one thing in common: lack of feedback on the student’s writing. Read more »
SU should not remove their mask mandate, even after New York state removed theirs
Because masks are one of the most effective ways to prevent spreading COVID-19, they should be worn on campus for another year or until active cases in the community are down to the single digits. Read more »
The difficulties of having tics on a college campus
There is a need for education and the normalization of neurodivergent lives in our society, especially at the university level. Read more »
SU gyms need to be more inclusive to ensure their toxic culture doesn't persist
Focusing on intuitive exercise is the key to maximizing gym experiences and living a balanced lifestyle while at college. Read more »
It's SU's responsibility to help fight food insecurity in Syracuse
As the second-largest employer in Onondaga County, Syracuse University has a responsibility to raise awareness and educate its student body about food deserts. Read more »
Suing SU over online learning sets a dangerous precedent nationwide
SU was put in a bad spot, and the administration did the best it could. In practical terms and especially with the precedent reimbursing the tuition would set, it just doesn’t make sense. Read more »
SU students shouldn't glorify Euphoria's examination of drug abuse
SU students watching the show should keep in mind the reality of the situations Euphoria portrays while also remembering the sensitivity of the topics before adopting them into popular culture. Read more »
Stop negatively stigmatizing being an 'undecided' major
It's time to embrace a diverse range of classes, see what you like and then decide when you have a clear sense of direction. Read more »
Brewing coffee at home is a healthier option for the environment than going out for it
By opting for home-brewed coffee, students can simultaneously reduce their environmental burden and spending habits while increasing their ability to discern what good coffee truly is. Read more »
3 possible restaurants to make Marshall Street more appealing
Although Marshall Street is a hub for SU students and locals alike, the addition of Lucy Blu’s should have people wanting more out of an essential part of the SU area. Read more »
The term 'Latinx' is less inclusive and diminishes Hispanic culture
Advocates of the term “Latinx” are perpetuating the idea that Hispanic culture is retrograde and savage, and therefore must be colonized and illuminated by wokeness. Read more »
Academic advisors are necessary support systems and should be more accessible
SU advisers should reach out to students to talk about more than just what classes they have to take next semester. It may just change their whole college experience. Read more »
