Beckman: Millennial entitlement stems from conditions in society
The rumors are true: Millennials are entitled. We expect high paying jobs after graduation. We have no patience for slow browsers and unresponsive apps. We… Read more »
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Piemonte: Gates' prediction can come true with more US aid to poor countries
“By 2035, there will be almost no poor countries left in the world.” This claim, made by Bill Gates, founder of Microsoft and renowned philanthropist,… Read more »
Potter: West Virginia chemical spill should lead to new environmental policies
On Jan. 9, a chemical spill at Freedom Industries contaminated the water for hundreds of thousands of West Virginians. This spill was a result of… Read more »
Netzband: SA members should cast factional differences aside for benefit of students
On Nov. 14 the Student Association election came to a close. Two months later, several assembly members are still bitter about its outcome. The first… Read more »
Shields: Plus-size movement should encourage greater acceptance of all body types
Plus-size women across the country are embracing every curve and lump on their bodies and taking a stand against our society’s rigid beauty standards. This… Read more »
Callaghan: 'Blackfish' film proves need for better treatment of orca whales in captivity
Orcas, also called killer whales, are marine apex predators that rarely come in contact with humans, let alone show aggression toward humankind. In fact, according… Read more »
Knighton: RSS allows greater, more efficient content consumption
How many times have you been on a webpage, seen an interesting link or story and shifted your focus to that completely? After 15 minutes,… Read more »
Piemonte: Federal test standards show promise in reversing American education decline
American education is on the fritz. Throughout history, American schools have typically been among the world’s best. Now, this trend is shifting. Across the board,… Read more »
Beckman: Startups offer alternative route to success for young people
Startups are the modern American dream. A dream that gives young entrepreneurs hope for a future that isn’t a 9-to-5 job. It’s the concept that… Read more »
Gorny: Beyoncé supports male, female cooperation in push for gender equality
I don’t tend to buy into the can-do-no-wrong attitude surrounding Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, but I can’t argue with the superstar’s most recent feminist move. Penning three… Read more »
Callaghan: EPA should take proactive measures to prevent chemical spills
In Charleston, W.Va. and surrounding areas, more than 100 people were taken to a hospital last week with nausea and vomiting due to contaminated water… Read more »
Demers: US should emerge as leader in Arctic geopolitics
The Arctic region will play a vital role in future foreign policy strategies and projections of many states, but the effect this will ultimately have… Read more »
Knighton: Tech companies should improve wearable technology
The tech world is in need of a game changer. With Apple continuing their steady product releases and no real competition in sight, everyone is… Read more »
Piemonte: Fort Lee bridge scandal damaging to Christie's reputation
“I am who I am, but I am not a bully.” Those were some of the 19,000 words New Jersey Governor Chris Christie uttered in… Read more »
Gorny: Offensive Internet posts toward women writers should be highlighted
If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all. Our mothers, fathers and second-grade teachers have been touting the mantra since… Read more »
Beckman: Awkward is the new cool
Here’s a paradox to start your day: awkward is the new cool. We’ve progressed from humble bragging about our accomplishments to tweeting about Netflix binges… Read more »
Potter: Cuomo's education reforms miss important problems in New York's education system
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s State of the State address on Jan. 8 was filled with the glowing optimism and self-praise commonly seen in election years. Among… Read more »
Saffren: Wolf of Wall Street fails to highlight severity of white collar crime
There were two scenes in “The Wolf of Wall Street” that summed up the entire movie. Both ended with Leonardo DiCaprio, as former scam artist… Read more »
Hacker: Prayer before government functions should be replaced by moment of silence
Do “devil worshipers” deserve full protection under the Constitution? The Supreme Court of the United States asked that very question during arguments last month in… Read more »
Berkowitz: LinkedIn demonstrates itself as most impressive social media site
Looking into the world of social media, the main topics on everyone’s mind revolve around Twitter’s impressive IPO showing and Snapchat’s rejection of $3 billion.… Read more »
Barillari: Written word represents vital political, analytical world skill for students
You are seeing it now: one of the world’s greatest powers and most significant gifts. It is the basis for never-ending knowledge. It is the… Read more »
Cohen: Women should feel empowered by feminist label, reject negative notions surrounding term
Lately it seems more and more people are afraid of the F word: Feminism. Feminism is the belief in equality between men and women across… Read more »
Saffren: Despite anticipation of ‘Anchorman 2,’ Wiig, McCarthy could replace Will Ferrell on comedic throne
With the Dec. 18 release of “Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues” rapidly approaching, a lot is being written and said about the great Ron Burgundy.… Read more »
Swenton: Nuclear option in Senate may prevent obstructive methods of Republicans
On Nov. 21, the U.S. Senate forever changed when 52 senators voted to change Senate rules regarding the judicial confirmation process. Despite criticism from Republicans,… Read more »
