Opinion

College grads control their own destinies

If you have been spending the last four years of your life not living in the real-world then where have you been living exactly?

By Michelle Bryan | September 23, 2014

Twenty bright years of AmeriCorps

The purpose of the AmeriCorps is to re-energize Americans and give them a larger purpose than themselves.

By Jordan Meyer | September 23, 2014

Invasive technology: the future of online classes

It seems online classes are taking an approach that raises concern.

By Desiree Pharias | September 23, 2014

Clinton: the warhawk in waiting

Clinton's hawkish history makes for a frightening potential presidency.

By Andrew Booth | September 22, 2014

Understaffed ASU police department is disservice to students, officers

Safety must always have precedence over expansion. If we are to grow so rapidly, we must do so in a responsible manner.

By Editorial Board | September 22, 2014

Letter: No guns means criminal haven

I find it personally offensive to be denied my right to protect myself through use of a firearm while on campus.

By Letters | September 22, 2014

Why our world is looking more and more like the film 'Contagion'

President Obama understands that the Ebola outbreak is a huge threat to everyone, not just those in West Africa.

By Jordan Brunner | September 22, 2014

NFL needs spare tire for a flattened Roger Goodell

There needs to be an NBA-style regime change —and fast.

By Ryan Clarke | September 21, 2014

Out-of-state students benefit more from college than in-state students

The out-of-state experience is one that a college student will benefit from in all aspects.

By Ryan Santistevan | September 21, 2014

Graduate admittance exams: looking at the person or the number

The importance of graduate admittance exams should not be underrated, but the frenzy about obtaining sensational scores should be decreased.

By Jessica Fletcher | September 21, 2014

Letter: The incredible cost of college

Financially speaking, is it always the best choice?

By Letters | September 21, 2014

Apple CEO Tim Cook introduces the iPhone 6 and the Apple smartwatch at the Flint Center on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2014, in Cupertino, Calif. (Karl Mondon/Bay Area News Group/MCT)

Boos and Bravos: Sept. 18

Bravo to grumpy cat finding her beautiful, monotone voice, but boo to CNN for their inability to distinguish between our Cardinals and St. Louis's.

By Editorial Board | September 18, 2014

Comprehensive measurement standards have priority over civics test requirement

The measurement of every student’s civic literacy is a brilliant goal for sometime in the future when our education system is in a better place, but it cannot be seen as a substitute for a more comprehensive measure of standards.

By Editorial Board | September 18, 2014

Being late is hardly the eighth deadly sin

Being late might not be the most respectful thing to do, but it is time we all cut each other a break.

By Desiree Pharias | September 18, 2014

Named after the veteran news reporter, the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication offers several programs to students in all areas of journalism, including a student-run radio station and sports bureau in Santa Monica, Calif.. (Photo by Katie Malles)

Despite rankings, Cronkite trumps top competition in value

Where Cronkite beats out the so-called best journalism schools in the nation is its value.

By Ryan Clarke | September 18, 2014

Letter: Write-ins give voters ability to protest districting

Imagine a candidate being interviewed about their win on election night after running unopposed and having to explain why so many people voted for "None of the Above."

By Letters | September 18, 2014

Letter: Concerning lack of communication regarding sexual assault

There is no reason the University with the largest undergraduate body in the country cannot muster the resources and planning to better inform our community.

By Letters | September 17, 2014

TED Talks: Providing a better education than four years of college combined

Your college degree is what will get your foot in the door for an interview, but the skills TED Talks teach is what will get you the job.

By Ryan Lynch | September 17, 2014

Anti-smoking campaigns put national movement in hands of teens

By encouraging the “Finish It” campaign, the younger generation is able to make a difference in the anti-smoking movement.

By Becca Smouse | September 17, 2014

How can a university be bad if it's made up of excellent programs?

The perception of the separate academic programs at ASU have become much more esteemed than the reputation of the University as a whole.

By Taylette Nunez | September 17, 2014

Notice