Issues — such as workplace harassment, lack of gender diversity and unequal opportunities for promotions — discourage women from staying in the professional world. Workplaces were built for men — issues like protected maternity leave and pay equity are ignored as they do not affect male workers. Read more »
There needs to be further education regarding the impact of privilege in our society — on both systemic and cultural levels — that is specifically targeted toward individuals who are most ignorant to its benefit. Read more »
The personal aspect of this war is vital. Although Ukraine may be over seventy thousand kilometers away from SU, it is a local conflict. Read more »
This gap in age also means the values of newer generations and the future of the country will not be fully represented. The majority of Congress is making policy or denying policy for a future they will not have to live in. Read more »
The sanctions have been in place for 12 years, have proven to be ineffective and are instead cruel and criminal, with the conflict in Syria only getting worse. Read more »
Meditation and spirituality can have positive effects on the brain. It has been demonstrated that meditation can reduce pain, improve your immune response and relieve stress. Meditation is one of many contemplative practices that help people focus their thoughts and energy inward. Read more »
I think one of the most dangerous myths about college in general is that it has to be “the best four years of your life.” It puts pressure on students who are already pushing themselves to stay on top of work and start planning for their future, to make sure they have the perfect social life. Read more »
However, the recent move to impeach the GSO president because of her advocacy for students’ concerns is deeply disturbing for me to witness. She was advocating on the behalf of graduate students who have concerns about unionizations and the implications, including myself. Read more »
Black people are not a monolith or a token and one person from the community cannot and should not be looked at to think for or represent all Black people, yet we are constantly looked at to do so. Read more »
Through the partnership, members of Best Buddies and InclusiveU have the opportunity to form personal bonds with students who possess disabilities. Buddies are specifically intended to be formed between an individual who possesses intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and one who does not. Read more »
Ensuring healthcare for our transgender community members brings us one step closer to ensuring equality and equity for so many disadvantaged people in our country. Read more »
Love being a largely universal desire makes it easier for corporations to force capitalism through tangible gifts around Valentine’s Day. The one who suffers the most from a boom in production is the one we should love the most — Earth. Read more »
If this impeachment succeeds, it will create a deadly precedent and a chilling effect on senators’ willingness and ability to express their opinion during debate on the floor of the senate. Read more »
It’s not easy to put yourself into an uncomfortable setting. But by doing so, you may end up finding the person who gives you a sense of newfound comfort. Read more »
Running from issues regarding race does not make discrimination disappear. Only when you teach students history and strive to cultivate classrooms that urge critical thinking can we take steps toward equity. Read more »
As AAUP members, we seek a work environment that is free of coercion or intimidation. We insist on the same for graduate student workers. Read more »
By allowing teams that cater to the stereotypes of certain cultures to keep the same traditions, we allow harmful stereotypes to be reinforced among the general population. Read more »
To say that pre-medical culture at SU is competitive is an egregious minimization. The competition is merciless and seemingly never ending. Read more »
We need to raise the bar on what is acceptable maternity care. It is not fair that birthing people, especially Black people, have to go into labor on defense because they are chronically aware of what they are up against: a racist, ableist, xenophobic and profit-driven health care system. Read more »
Being a university student is already challenging enough, and getting caught up in the idealistic world of LinkedIn only works against you. Instead, shift that focus towards improving on yourself and celebrating your own progress. Read more »
Gun violence is one of the main issues that Mayor Walsh vowed to tackle during his campaign. With children dying on Syracuse’s streets more and more every year, Walsh cannot wait for the next death to prioritize stopping gun violence. Read more »
Looking back, my decision to transfer to this university has been one of the best decisions of my life. With all the resources offered, SU has made student veterans feel comfortable and belonged. Read more »
To Republican men who believe in access to abortions: you may believe in my right to choose, but your Republican ideals don’t. Read more »
Consequences for racist language are based on the identity of the individual. The difference in judgment also points out Congress’ antagonism toward Palestinian rights and sovereignty. Read more »
