Opinion

High costs for summer hurt out-of-state students

There are many reasons a student may want to enroll in summer credit hours. However, for non-Arizona residents, these credits come at a hefty price, one that will deter many.

By Nicole Gilbert | April 12, 2010

Letters to the Editor: April 13

"What kind of leader looks at a situation in turmoil and says “let someone else deal with it?” That’s not leadership, that’s political gamesmanship. A true leader would be willing to step up, take charge and fix the situation."

By Letters | April 12, 2010

Editorial: Making Sparky proud

This past weekend, two former Sun Devils achieved major accomplishments, adding to an already impressive list of feats accomplished by ASU alumni.

By Editorial Board | April 11, 2010

A call to active giving

Many people make charitable donations, but most of the time it’s from the comfort of their computer rooms. It’s time to become more active givers.

By Becky Rubenstrunk | April 11, 2010

Obama’s nuclear policy small step in right direction

The U.S. is dangerously dependant on nuclear weapons, and it isn’t keeping us safe.

By John Gaylord | April 11, 2010

Will young people find a way through the recession?

Will a prolonged period of joblessness irreparably harm our generation, or will a new model of socially-conscious entrepreneurship provide a way through the worst of the recession?

By Will Munsil | April 11, 2010

Supreme Court Suggestions: A letter to President Obama

With the retirement of Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens, President Obama is faced with an important decision.

By Zach Fowle | April 11, 2010

Letters to the Editor: April 12

In response to Shala Marks’s April 5 column, “Secular practices disrespect significance.”

By Letters | April 11, 2010

Boos & Bravos: April 9

This week's boos and bravos include student voting, an artery-clogging sandwich, space, gun laws and student athletes.

By Editorial Board | April 8, 2010

Ryan Osterman: The local music scene’s fix-all

Ryan Osterman is Tempe’s breath of fresh air from the cookie-cutter music scene. His music inspires younger musicians to remain who they are in an ever-changing world.

By Brian Anderson | April 8, 2010

Evaluating hate crime statutes necessary

It is time we evaluate our current hate crime statutes. They serve an important role: to deter people from targeting members of groups that are already prone to an increased likelihood of attack. We are absolutely justified in attempting to protect people who need it.

By Austin Yost | April 8, 2010

Is revenue sharing fair for MLB Fans?

Major League Baseball is hurting its profitability and the experience for fans by using revenue sharing. The most efficient system would be a single owner for all the teams.

By Benjamin Morin | April 8, 2010

Letter to the editor: April 9

Controversial demonstration: In response to Joseph Schmidt’s April 7 article, “Replica wall on Tempe campus illustrates turmoil in West Bank.”

By Letters | April 8, 2010

Editorial: Playing games

But there’s no reason Scrabble should be the only classic board game modernizing itself. Here are some updates that might better reflect American society in everyone’s favorite board games.

By Editorial Board | April 7, 2010

Beefing up on calorie counts

The government’s new requirement of major chain restaurants posting calorie counts on menus is simply beneficial to American consumers.

By Monique Zatcoff | April 7, 2010

15 reasons next year won’t be so hard on students

There are more than gray clouds ahead for ASU. Here are 15 reasons to look forward to the next academic year.

By Dustin Volz | April 7, 2010

Ariz. Legislature's cuts could cost state $7 billion

This week Arizona Legislature cuts a program that provided thousands of children with health care only to realize it may lose $7 billion in federal funding as a result.

By Hal Cohen | April 7, 2010

Shady businesses profitable at college students’ expense

Companies in numerous industries have promises that seem too good to be true. Unfortunately for college students, the appeal can sometimes be too much to resists, and it has a expensive consequences.

By Dante Graves | April 7, 2010

Letters to the Editor: April 8

In response to Shala Marks’s Tuesday column, “Secular practices disrespect significance.”

By Letters | April 7, 2010

Editorial: Sun shining on Valley sports

In the past, being a sports fan in the Valley of the Sun wasn’t easy.

By Editorial Board | April 6, 2010

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