Columns

Hope doesn’t just happen, work for it

In a world full of hopelessness directed at the future, we must fix what we foresee as problems in the present.

By Alexandria Tippings | December 6, 2012

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The big food stamp ploy

Politicians have recently begun a challenge of living solely off of SNAP financial assistance for food.

By Sean McCauley | December 5, 2012

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Beyond emoticons: Emotional support online

Even in the digital age, there are still people out there that are willing to empathize.

By Shane Chergosky | December 5, 2012

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Why I won’t be pursuing professional journalism

Media consolidation and corporate ownership is a threat to democracy.

By Daniel Mills | December 5, 2012

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Instagram drifts from artistic channel to mundane outlet

We’ve all been there: You’re waiting for class to begin and click on the Instagram app on your smart phone and in an instant, you know what your friends are wearing, what they ate for lunch and what class they’re “bored” in.

By Natalie Miranda | December 4, 2012

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Graduation amplifies anxiety, uncertainty

In two weeks, there won't be anything to assuage mine and hundreds of other students' uncertainty of what comes next.

By Arjun Chopra | December 4, 2012

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Journalists preserve, stabilize democracy

Savannah Thomas discusses the role of journalism in our democracy and why protecting the press is vital.

By Savannah Thomas | December 4, 2012

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Powerball: another desperate, get rich quick scheme

The reason our Powerball is increasingly reaching record levels is because Americans are looking to get rich quick.

By Caleb Varoga | December 3, 2012

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Redefining ‘geek’ isn’t killing authenticity

We should investigate how we allow our experiences to define our identities.

By Esther Drown | December 3, 2012

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Sleep is key to success during finals week

This finals season, it may be better, and healthier, to step away from the energy drinks and focus on getting the proper amount of sleep.

By Olivia Brunacini | December 3, 2012

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The nature of nurturing a genius

Is it better to be born smart, or to overcome your stupid nature through effort?

By Jacob Evans | December 2, 2012

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CNN falls into MSNBC’s trap with Jeff Zucker’s presidency

Jeff Zucker's new job as CNN president should be troubling to all who care about the news.

By Colton Gavin | December 2, 2012

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Artistic endeavors require responsibility

Art works must display some level of decorum, particularly if artists wish to be taken with any amount of merit.

By Jonathan Fortner | December 2, 2012

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Morality doesn’t have a calendar

Morality is a psychobiological balance that allows us to exhibit empathy.

By Alexandria Tippings | November 29, 2012

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Tempe Marketplace fails urban design

Tempe Marketplace prides itself on being an interactive destination, but its features say nothing of sustainable urban design.

By Daniel Mills | November 29, 2012

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Arizona teams mired in mediocrity

Fans must be proactive in dispelling Arizona sports mediocrity.

By Matthew Rich | November 29, 2012

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In the eye of the academic storm

The extended weekend gave students a taste of rest, and they’re finding it difficult to bounce back.

By Mary Richardson | November 28, 2012

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American Waste: America’s refusal to go green

The U.S. government is lacking in the area of renewable energy by a wide margin.

By Shane Chergosky | November 28, 2012

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Femininity not defined by marriage

Modern women know our femininity is not defined by where we mark our marriage status on tax forms.

By Kharli Mandeville | November 28, 2012

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Harry Potter still a force for pop culture

Columnist Savannah Thomas reflects on the ways “Harry Potter” influenced the “Twilight” series and pop culture.

By Savannah Thomas | November 27, 2012

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