Following FAFSA changes, colleges need to help middle income families
A college education shouldn’t be out of reach just because of the income bracket a student belongs to. Read more »
Columns
With the rise of Hindutva in Modi’s India, it's time for the U.S. to step in
The decline of democracy in India is happening before our eyes, and it questions if democracy was ever truly meant to prevail in a country so inflicted by shame and rejection of its own history. Read more »
Nex Benedict’s death amplifies a need for legislation that protects queer youth
It is crucial that along with social education, legal action is taken to protect queer people – not harm them. Read more »
AI deepfakes affect us all – but not in the same ways
If we’re going to make a difference in how we punish creators and distributors of deepfake pornography, we have to start by asking ourselves who we consider worthy of protection, who we want to fight for and what value we place in our own image. Read more »
We can’t continue to ignore the dangers of conspiracy theories
In an era where conspiracy theories can quickly gain traction, it's crucial for us to prioritize truth-seeking and rely on well-researched information. Read more »
SU needs to implement emergency contraceptive vending machines at Barnes
By encouraging dialogue and providing convenient access to contraceptives, we can create a culture of informed decision-making, ultimately benefiting both the academic success and overall well-being of college students. Read more »
It’s time to stop overlooking Black men’s mental health struggles
We need more Black men present in mental health spaces, not just as therapists, but as a part of the mental health conversation from the very beginning. Read more »
Elmo asked how everybody’s doing, why aren’t we asking each other
More than anything else, Elmo has taught me that we need to do a better job of initiating more open dialogues about our mental health. Read more »
While you might not know queer terminology, you should be ready to learn it
Every time you make a mistake or come across a new word, take it as an opportunity to learn more. It is our responsibility to create accepting spaces for our peers. Read more »
The bittersweet realities of chocolate production on Valentine’s Day
Small changes in personal purchasing habits have the potential to facilitate a greater change. Read more »
The border crisis must be treated as human rights issue, not a political game
The current discourse and legislative efforts must reflect a deeper understanding of the border crisis as a multifaceted human rights issue. This understanding should guide the development of policies that are compassionate, fair and aligned with international human rights standards. Read more »
Affordable housing reform requires community involvement, transparency
Striking this balance is essential to avoid repeating historical mistakes and to create an inclusive future for all residents impacted by the changes in Syracuse. Continued transparency, as well as community involvement and a commitment to affordable housing, will be instrumental in achieving these goals. Read more »
The United Nations fails to protect against war, human rights violations
It is past time we question the need for the U.N. if it cannot uphold its founding principles or maintain the status quo. Read more »
To protect the safety of pedestrians in New York state, Sammy’s Law must be passed
If successful, Sammy's Law will not only honor the memory of those lost to traffic violence but also forge a path toward a future where such tragedies are preventable artifacts of a bygone era. Read more »
Beauty industry, social media impress unhealthy standards onto youth
The brunt of responsibility lies within the industries that prey on women’s insecurities, not even caring to safe-guard young girls from the same exploitation. Read more »
White feminism ignores the importance of intersectionality
If feminism is going to amount to anything meaningful, it must be intersectional. It must be open and inclusive of other perspectives and experiences. Read more »
The box office is due for a rom-com comeback, diverse representation
It’s clear that people’s appreciation for rom-coms hasn’t died out, unlike the genre itself. But, audiences simply want more diverse and inclusive stories. Read more »
Stanley’s sustainability practices go against its encouragement of consumer culture
The concept of reinventing the water bottle can be similarly applied to other products we are consistently being told we “need” in our life. Instead of purchasing without prior thought, take time to assess your motives behind your purchase. Read more »
Reboots are the new norm, but they’re doing our nostalgia a disservice
It’s no wonder that we want to return to the past. After feeling like we were stuck in a time lapse for three years, many of us have no idea how to be functional adults in the world that, thanks to additional factors like geopolitical conflict, economic uncertainty and global climate imbalance, seems to be crumbling around us. Read more »
Alabama’s recent use of the death penalty proves the inhumanity of capital punishment
The plethora of flaws in the criminal justice system exemplified by these cases have never been adequately addressed by states that continue to practice the death penalty, making the form of punishment a prolonged perpetuation and exacerbation of intersectional inequality in America. Read more »
Pro-Palestine actors have more to lose in Hollywood
Now more than ever, there’s proof that what we consume and support – and what we don’t – is an intentional, political choice that has an impact. Read more »
Colleges should re-evaluate academic standards to prevent student burnout
Among various motivations, we attend college to better understand the world and draw inspiration from the abundance of new ideas that surround us throughout these four years. But if mental exhaustion prevents us from seizing these opportunities, what is our purpose here? Read more »
Claudine Gay’s resignation is a warning to every campus
Gay’s resignation marks a critical juncture in the intersection of politics, media and education that impacts all university campuses, far from just Harvard itself. Read more »
Minority politicians fail to advocate for groups they claim to represent
However remarkable their accomplishments are, their politics beg the question of who we want to see in our governments: those who represent us or those who listen to us, and how often it is that those qualities intertwine. Read more »
