SU has valuable resources to relieve the loneliness of a pandemic
Students are under more stress than ever, but SU has resources available to help remedy mental health concerns. Students just have to take advantage of them. Read more »
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Students shouldn't give up on studying abroad amid the pandemic
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Being a Black graduate student isn’t easy
Making the adjustment to graduate school has its difficulties, especially as a Black student searching for safe spaces. This struggle exposes the need for designated spaces for Black graduate students to cater to their social needs and mental health. Read more »
We must hold Biden accountable, just like Trump
Even though the election is over, young people must ensure that Joe Biden is help to the same account that President Donald Trump has been for the last four years. Read more »
Charlie Brown is next victim of streaming monopolies
AppleTV has acquired exclusive rights to The Peanuts franchise, including the Charlie Brown holiday specials. The lack of the classics on TV is yet another sign of growing media monopolies. Good grief. Read more »
Trump’s election antics are just a temper tantrum
Refusing to concede the presidential election to Joe Biden only shows President Trump’s weakness and immaturity. Read more »
Biden, Harris should inspire the people of the United States
Coming from common backgrounds and persevering through unimaginable struggles, the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris should inspire us all to strive for the best. Read more »
Bipartisanship is the only way forward
With Joe Biden soon to take the presidency, his experience in forging bipartisan deals will be crucial to unite and heal this country, something he committed to in his victory speech. Read more »
Even with President-elect Biden, the future is unclear
In this election, President Donald Trump lost and democracy won. But the future for our country is still unclear. Read more »
SEM 100 still falls short of substantive change
Despite changes to the class’ curriculum, a lack of incentive and a tendency to burden students of color shows the class’ still-present flaws. Read more »
COVID-19 brings risk of toxic positivity
It’s not always the best idea to be nice all the time. Negative emotions have a place too. Read more »
Election anxiety is normal. Here’s how to avoid it.
The 2020 election cycle has already been the most anxious one in American history, but with an uncertain outcome, it will only get worse. Read more »
Non-party affiliated voters have the most influence this election
A record number of Onondaga County residents registered to vote this November, but many of them aren’t affiliated with a major political party. These voters hold the future of the county in their hands. Read more »
New York's COVID-19 vaccination plan has inherent flaws
Built on a foundation of good intentions, New York’s plan for vaccinating against COVID-19 has too many uncertainties. Read more »
Mail-in voting flaws may help Republicans
Specific requirements and complex forms may tip the scales in Republicans’ favor as some mail-in ballots could be thrown out. Read more »
GOP resorting to voter suppression silences majority
In modern American politics, the Electoral College is an antiquated system that only serves to hinder the democracy it was put in place to protect. Read more »
Mail-in ballots present too many barriers for voters
Complex language, pen color requirements, signature after signature. It isn’t easy to vote by mail, and while voter fraud is nearly a myth, that’s a problem. Read more »
Students must demand change from corporations
After a summer of political activism which still affects how consumers act today, students have a responsibility to hold companies accountable that do not follow their own commitments to social issues. Read more »
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program expansion important for NY students
New York’s recent expansion of SNAP benefits to 75,000 SUNY and CUNY students is an important move to ensure food security. Read more »
Social distancing worsens political polarization
Social isolation added fuel to the fire of political polarization in the U.S., and it all starts on your social media feeds. Read more »
Students must take risks of marijuana more seriously
Despite its popularity and reputation as a safer alternative to cigarettes, students shouldn’t turn a blind eye to the risks of marijuana. Read more »
Social media holds students accountable more than SU itself
Many students are flouting COVID-19 safety regulations and continue to party. Social media accounts are holding students accountable better than the Syracuse University administration itself. Read more »
Graduate students don’t feel connected to campus after commencement
Between intensive workloads and narrow opportunities for socializing, many graduate students have difficulty feeling connected to the campus community, and will carry that with them after graduation. Read more »
Decision to remove Columbus statue removes history
Moving the statue and renaming Columbus Circle only serves to appease “woke” protesters. Read more »
