Live streamed sports is future, not present innovation
Technology columnist Brett Weiser-Schlesinger critiques the current state of live streaming on Twitter and how it hinders the event-viewing experience. Read more »
Columns
Room remains for improved LGBT inclusion at SU
Gender and Sexuality columnist Ivana Pino discusses ways that SU can improve its LGBT climate after 15 years of acknowledging and embracing the LGBT community. Read more »
Trump flops on the big stage in first Clinton-Trump debate
Liberal columnist Cole Jermyn gives his rundown on how Donald Trump’s missteps during the Monday night’s presidential debate. Read more »
City's youth advisory council can bridge the youth engagement gap
Liberal columnist Cole Jermyn explains the importance of Syracuse Common Council’s upcoming initiative to engage high school students in government at a time of low millennial participation. Read more »
Hillary Clinton plays it safe, effective on 'Between Two Ferns'
Liberal columnist Cole Jermyn discusses Hillary Clinton’s endearing, authentic funny streak in her "Between Two Ferns" interview with Zach Galifianakis. Read more »
ITT Tech closure shows flaws in for-profit college model
Business columnist Sam Gozinsky discusses the closure of ITT Technical Institute and its effect on its students, as well as the ramifications of for-profit education. Read more »
Cornell's GMO debate illustrates importance of student activism
With corporatization of universities becoming the norm, Environment columnist Victoria Chen argues that STEM students need to speak up and offer a critical perspective. Read more »
SU alumna rightfully sheds light on virginity, personal choice
Gender and Sexuality columnist Ivana Pino emphasizes the importance of respecting one’s decision to wait — or not — to lose their virginity, as exemplified by Syracuse University alumna Lianne Stokes. Read more »
Hillary Clinton's Syracuse office puts central New York on map
Liberal columnist Cole Jermyn discusses the potential of Hillary Clinton’s recently established office in Syracuse and how its opening ties into a distinct aspect of Clinton’s campaign strategy. Read more »
Smartphone innovation isn't dead yet, it's on hiatus
Technology columnist Brett Weiser-Schlesinger shows how Google’s Project Ara was the last breath — for now — in innovative mobile phone technology. Read more »
National parks should do more to conserve the nature it seeks to protect
Environmental columnist Victoria Chen highlights the duality of national parks, which provide a way for Americans to appreciate nature but also poses a threat to nature through commercialization. Read more »
Chipotle's burrito delivery drones smell like success
Business columnist DeArbea Walker explains why Chipotle’s investment in burrito delivery smells like success in light of PR disasters. Read more »
Brock Turner case should remind SU to face reality
Gender and Sexuality columnist Ivana Pino takes on Brock Turner's early release in a dual column with Myelle Lansat. In this column, Pino argues that Syracuse University should be more upfront about the realities of sexual assault on campus. Read more »
Colleges should focus on sexual assault, not just alcohol
Gender and Sexuality columnist Myelle Lansat takes on Brock Turner's early release in a dual column with Ivana Pino. In this column, Lansat argues that changing college's alcohol policies are not going to remedy the sexual assault epidemic that exists. Read more »
Filmmaker controversy highlights importance of Israeli-Palestinian dialogue
In light of the Shimon Dotan conference controversy, Liberal columnist Cole Jermyn discusses the impact that limiting free speech can have on college campuses and how that affects students’ political engagement. Read more »
Strippers deserve social, legal validation of their work
Gender and Sexuality columnist Ivana Pino argues on behalf of strippers, saying that they should be treated like legitimate employees and commended for their confidence. Read more »
Like past changes, Apple's new audio system should be accepted
Technology columnist Brett Weiser-Schlesinger explains how the recent uproar surrounding the elimination of iPhone headphone jacks will die down — just like with Apple's design alterations of the past. Read more »
NY animal laws should be first step toward more humane testing
Environment columnist Victoria Chen examines the debate on animal testing ethics, and where the rules and regulations can be improved. Read more »
Clothing laws should protect all women's body agency
Gender and Sexuality columnist Myelle Lansat advocates on behalf of legislation that protects both women's modesty and women's immodesty. Read more »
Social media breaks can improve your life online
Technology columnist Brett Weiser-Schlesinger discusses what he learned from his Facebook hiatus and makes the case for social media users to do the same. Read more »
A feminist's guide to James Franco's problematic past
Gender and Sexuality columnist Myelle Lansat exposes why James Franco's tainted past when it comes to issues of women's and LGBT representation. Read more »
Skipping extra food expenses can alleviate financial strain
Business columnist DeArbea Walker discusses ways that college students can successfully balance their pocket book when it comes to additional expenses like food. Read more »
New York State Fair traditions lack environmental consciousness
Environment columnist Victoria Chen reflects on New York State Fair livestock traditions and discusses the need for a shift toward more environmentally sustainable agricultural practices. Read more »
Denied funding for lead paint removal endangers Syracuse community
Liberal columnist Cole Jermyn argues that the partisan conflict between Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner and Syracuse Rep. John Katko offers little in the way of solutions to the city’s lead paint problem. Read more »
