Columns

How many ways are you apologizing? Tentative language undermines credibility

In communication, language matters — especially for women. When I stopped using unnecessary apologies and language qualifiers in my emails for a week, the results were empowering.

By Mia Armstrong | September 15, 2016

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Salsa dancing: an overlooked cultural constituent of Latino culture in Arizona

Hispanic Heritage Month is a unique opportunity to explore different cultural constituents within Latin American and U.S. history

By Charlene Santiago | September 14, 2016

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Vegan-shaming is the new fat-shaming

The most important thing to remember is that most people's attachment to animal products is systemic and has been enforced since birth, to acknowledge any different is a process.

By Savannah Haas | September 14, 2016

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Voting for a third party isn't wasting your vote

Don't like either major party candidates in the election? Then let your voice be heard and vote third party.

By Austen Bundy | September 14, 2016

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The world isn't even nearly safe enough

Even though there is a very low chance for an individual to be a victim of a terrorist attack, Americans still need to be cautious about the perils of the world.

By Shay Khatiri | September 13, 2016

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Spread your arms wide, the world is watching

Body language may have a more significant impact on your success than you may think. 

By Gabby Hirneise | September 13, 2016

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Social movements need media attention to thrive

It seems like everybody is condemning the media these days, but without it, many important issues would fall through the cracks.

By Savannah Haas | September 12, 2016

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Patriarchy's a drag: how drag empowers women

We all know how empowering it can be for males to get into character and unleash their inner feminine through the drag scene.

By Rebecca Lydford | September 12, 2016

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Let's give male and female athletics the same respect

There are benefits to having men and women compete together athletically, from enhancing performance to boosting team morale.

By Libby Allnatt | September 12, 2016

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Smart phones, stress and sleep deprivation

College students' addiction to smart phones and computers may be responsible for their sleep deprivation.

By Gabby Hirneise | September 12, 2016

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Wrongful conviction matters

If we are aware of injustices within our legal system, we can prevent their reoccurrence.

By Mia Armstrong | September 12, 2016

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LSD is in a league of its own

We have been taught that all recreational drugs are harmful to our bodies and should be avoided, but recent research suggests something different for hallucinogens such as LSD. 

By Gabby Hirneise | September 11, 2016

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Internet Polarity: Being more connected keeps us apart

The internet can connect us to anything, but we hardly stray from what's comfortable.

By Chris Wood | September 8, 2016

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Game of Votes: How the Maverick McCain can avoid losing his throne

Sen. John McCain may have survived the primary, but the real fight is just beginning.

By Austen Bundy | September 7, 2016

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Students should consider the importance of the US military before comparing its budget to that of education

Millennials need to start appreciating the U.S. military as the greatest force for peace and prosperity.

By Shay Khatiri | September 7, 2016

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Alone doesn't always mean lonely

Table for one, please.

By Libby Allnatt | September 6, 2016

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College consumerism and the downside to cheaper food products

In order to maintain health and express concern for the ethical dilemmas taking place in the food industry, college students need to be wary of what they purchase

By Gabby Hirneise | September 6, 2016

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Football: is it really worth losing your mind over?

Football is back in season, but we can't forget the dangers that come along with game time.

By Chris Wood | September 5, 2016

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Our blindness to sexism in music

Sexism has been present in the music industry for so long that we as a society have turned a blind-eye to it.

By Brianna Moore | September 5, 2016

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Athletes are not tied to their fans' morality

Maybe you don't agree with their decisions, but your disapproval alone does not make them wrong.

By Savannah Haas | September 5, 2016

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