Knighton: Companies should encourage diversification of applicants, hires
For one of the most innovative and progressive industries, technology is having a tough time fixing its diversity problem. Many major tech companies have decided… Read more »
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King: Network attempts to bring musical theater to TV fall short
Fox just released the first round of castings for its upcoming live musical “Grease,” set to air Jan. 31, 2016. Singer, actress and two-time “Dancing… Read more »
Dunay: State of the Union reinstates political debate in the Capitol
When President Barack Obama campaigned across America in 2007 and 2008, many citizens, pundits and colleagues took note of his youthfulness — his swagger, if… Read more »
Salazar: Clique culture is not solely exclusive to Greek life on campus
As rush comes to an end, Syracuse University is left with bids and bitterness. It is no question that Greek life is dominant within campus… Read more »
Smith: Mutual respect must replace chivalry
Time and time again, one can hear the frustrated sigh of a woman complaining, “Chivalry is dead,” and a man criticizing feminism for the demise.… Read more »
Cheung: Plan for free community college should consider alternative funding
In his State of the Union speech last Tuesday, President Barack Obama didn’t address the controversial Keystone XL pipeline or even North Korea by name.… Read more »
Razzi: France should consider changing its approach to homeland security
The United States is considered by many to be a leader in the effort to eliminate terrorist organizations and acts. A unique factor in the… Read more »
Cole: Universities should serve as examples in carbon neutrality pursuit
Last month, the United Nations released a report saying that the earth needs to become carbon neutral by the years 2055–77 in order to avoid… Read more »
Krawczyk: Hollywood needs inclusive programming
On Jan. 11, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association presented its annual Golden Globe Awards. Hosted by Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, the show honored the… Read more »
Knighton: Uber proves startups can trump bad public image with good service
In a romantic comedy, Uber would be the guy that messes up over and over but still gets the girl in the end. The ride-hailing… Read more »
Diaz: Administration should follow federal, state examples to combat sexual violence
As tensions rise between students and universities due to institutions' inability to properly handle cases of sexual violence, the White House and the New York… Read more »
Salman: GOP should consider opposition when deciding presidential nominee
At the onset of 2015, even though the election feels a world away, it’s quite a surprise that no one has officially announced his or… Read more »
Salazar: Satire should mock those in power, not oppressed
After the Charlie Hebdo tragedy, that left 12 people dead in Paris, the right to freedom of speech has been a very talked about issue.… Read more »
Dunay: Funding community college will help future students avoid loans
In anticipation of his annual State of the Union address, President Barack Obama is keeping his focus on young people and students. Although these addresses… Read more »
King: Lumbersexuals have storied history, no one culture can lay claims
A man sits in a coffee shop. He’s wearing Red Wing boots and weathered jeans, Warby Parkers and a flannel. A head of shiny blonde… Read more »
Cole: New York legislators should ban ‘bounty’ hunting contests
This past weekend marked the Bob Evans Memorial Predator Calling Hunt in upstate New York. The event allots a point value for each animal killed,… Read more »
Krawczyk: Celebrities must portray accurate message of feminism to public
In 2014 we saw the rebirth of feminism, which is now a mainstream movement with modernized goals. Celebrities from Emma Watson to Beyonce took the… Read more »
Diaz: Administration must respond to efforts of recent student activism
Throughout the winter months, Syracuse University students took part in nationwide campaigns and protests for justice from Atlanta to New York City, including #BlackLivesMatter and… Read more »
Knighton: Consumers need to consider the worth of smart technologies
The biggest tech showcase of the year, known as the International Consumer Electronics Show, took place this past week and instead of one device stealing… Read more »
Salman: Boehner opposition missed opportunity for true "new Congress"
Rep. John Boehner (R-Ohio) secured his position, and gavel, as speaker of the House for a third consecutive term. To some, this came as a… Read more »
King: Critics must applaud, not condemn representation on network TV
Let’s talk about representation. A lot of stuff is flying around about new TV shows like “Empire,” “Black-ish,” and now “Fresh off the Boat.” All… Read more »
Dunay: Public can hold authority accountable without disrepect
On Dec. 27, a sea of blue and black flooded the streets of Queens, New York to honor slain NYPD officer Rafael Ramos. As the… Read more »
Salazar: Music artists, consumers must be mindful of rap, hip-hop history
Forbes magazine recently published its annual “30 under 30” issue. In the music category two hip-hop/rap artists were Iggy Azalea and Azealia Banks. The two… Read more »
Razzi: Protesters must separate themselves from violence against police
Since the events surrounding Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, there has been a notable increase in brutality against police. Multiple officers nationwide have been shot,… Read more »
