Columns

Opinion: Volunteering now is vital for students in the long-run

Students should commit to long-term volunteer positions in order to maximize career development and gain employment opportunities.

By Anne Snyder | April 5, 2018

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Opinion: The Pac-12 is no longer worthy of its nickname

The Pac-12's money-making teams and programs aren't bringing home the hardware like the conference's nickname suggests it should. 

By Paul Slobodzian | April 4, 2018

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Opinion: Phoenix Muni's new fences will be a major advantage for ASU baseball

ASU's heavy hitters should be excited to play at Phoenix Municipal Stadium for years to come after the outfield fences move in. 

By Paul Slobodzian | April 4, 2018

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Opinion: ASU students and local PD must work toward a mutually trusting relationship

Tempe police and ASU students should both work on building a stronger relationship in order to benefit both parties.

By Adrienne Dunn | April 3, 2018

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Opinion: USG sexual health education events should not be obstructed

Sexual health education should be more of a priority at ASU.

By Karishma Albal | April 3, 2018

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Opinion: Islamophobia should not be tolerated in the ASU community

ASU students should be tolerant and supportive of the Muslim community, especially after the recent mosque vandalism.

By Jacob Benevento | April 3, 2018

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Opinion: Temporary jobs have pros for young students, but not in the long run

ASU offers resources for students to pursue jobs which will contribute more meaningfully to their careers.

By Karishma Albal | April 3, 2018

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Op-Ed: SCETL’s reconnection of liberal education and civic education shouldn’t be controversial

The School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership develops and implements challenging courses for 21st-century leaders.

By Paul Carrese | April 2, 2018

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Sparky's Debates: College basketball catches fire

Two opinion columnists explore the various moving parts of the NCAA college basketball scandal. 

By David Marino and Alexandra Wolfe | April 2, 2018

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Opinion: Responses to sexual assault allegations should be sensitive and complex

Sexual misconduct investigations should balance the rights of victims with the rights of the accused.  

By Adrienne Dunn | April 2, 2018

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Opinion: Underclassmen are leading ASU softball to victory

Underclassmen Juarez and Gibson have led the young ASU team to its highest ranking since 2014.

By Kelly Doyle | March 28, 2018

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Opinion: Gage Canning warrants an early-round MLB draft pick

Gage Canning has garnered national attention for his play in 2018 and should hear his name called early in the MLB draft in June. 

By Paul Slobodzian | March 28, 2018

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Opinion: Spencer Torkelson is ASU baseball's next great power hitter

Many talented home run hitters have played at ASU – Spencer Torkelson is making a name for himself as the next great Sun Devil slugger.

By Paul Slobodzian | March 28, 2018

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Opinion: Studying abroad puts students in an outsider's shoes

Studying abroad places students in a new environment, allowing them to empathize with being the outsider while also learning to connect with people of different cultures.

By Jacob Benevento | March 27, 2018

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Opinion: ASU's transportation services are not sustainably funded

Although ASU offers many clean methods of getting around and between campuses, these services are funded by unsustainable methods. 

By Karishma Albal | March 27, 2018

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Opinion: Politicizing certain majors poisons our academic environment

Involving the Arizona Legislature in the creation of an academic major is a dangerous idea. 

By David Marino | March 26, 2018

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Opinion: ASU students should get active in school choice initiatives

ASU students should become educated and involved in school of choice initiatives in order to improve the educational system. 

By Anne Snyder | March 22, 2018

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Opinion: ASU's partnership with children's book series shows commitment to sustainability efforts

The Jeremy Jackrabbit book series partnership proves ASU's commitment to promoting sustainability across Arizona

By Anne Snyder | March 22, 2018

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Opinion: Lawrence Krauss allegations represent a larger issue of sexual harassment in STEM

Although ASU is taking measures to investigate the allegations against Lawrence Krauss, sexual harassment is still pervasive in STEM.

By Karishma Albal | March 22, 2018

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Opinion: Holding a student-athlete accountable starts with the coach

With the NCAA basketball FBI probe, many coaches and players should be held to a higher level of conduct. 

By Kelly Doyle | March 21, 2018

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