Opinion

Far from slim and slender, don't forget my education because of my gender

It's almost 2017, and a woman's body image still has more importance than her education. 

By Charlene Santiago | November 30, 2016

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It's time to laugh at the debacle that was the 2016 election

The only way to get over it is to just laugh it off.

By Austen Bundy | November 30, 2016

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Don’t wait until you are sick to help the sick

College students are pursuing volunteer work for the wrong reasons.

By Gabby Hirneise | November 30, 2016

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Counterpoint: Communities have people who don't get along – that's good

Don't kick people out of your community just because they don't make you happy.

By Mitchell Atencio | November 29, 2016

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2016 was a great year in sports

With everything going on in 2016, it was nice to have sports as a distraction. 

By Chris Wood | November 29, 2016

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Pessimistic youth may be on the road to health disorders

Unfortunately, a pessimistic attitude has become an expectation in college. 

By Gabby Hirneise | November 29, 2016

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2017 won't be better than 2016

It's time for people to stop posting on social media about how their lives will improve after New Year's day.

By Kynan Marlin | November 28, 2016

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It’s OK to like problematic things

It’s okay to like problematic stuff. Just be sure to educate yourself, too.

By Libby Allnatt | November 28, 2016

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There is no offseason for a sports fan

There’s no offseason for the dedicated fan, and following all these sports feels like a sport itself.

By Chris Wood | November 22, 2016

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Although churches seek unity, racial integration proves to be a slow process

There have been improvements over the decades, but American churches still have a long way to go on the road to racial reconciliation.

By Mitchell Atencio | November 22, 2016

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The ambiguity of the college hook up

We might talk about sex, but do we really talk about it?

By Sky Jordan | November 22, 2016

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The holidays aren’t joyous occasions for everyone

The holiday season isn't a positive experience for everyone.

By Gabby Hirneise | November 22, 2016

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State Press Play: Dealing with street harassment

Opinion columnist Libby Allnatt talks about her article "Street harassment: what creepers say versus what they mean." She also shares her own experiences that shape her writing and how to handle street harassers.

By Alexandra Watts | November 21, 2016

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We're not excited for Thanksgiving anymore

Although Thanksgiving is a well celebrated holiday full of cheer and joy, for students it's another story. 

By Charlene Santiago | November 21, 2016

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Stop complaining about third party voters helping Trump win, half the country didn't vote

Over half the country stayed home on election day, that's why Trump won.

By Austen Bundy | November 21, 2016

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Universities should do more to promote accelerated degrees

Many students are finding the value in graduating early, and Arizona State should work harder to encourage them.

By Savannah Haas | November 21, 2016

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Valley Metro Harrasment: the Route to Rape Culture episode 1

By Kelcie Grega | November 20, 2016

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I'm skeptical of a Trump military

How will Donald Trump's presidency affect the country's military?

By Chris Wood | November 20, 2016

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Laughter isn't the only medicine, but it is the best

Now would be a good time for a laugh. 

By Gabby Hirneise | November 20, 2016

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As a feminist, this is why I love the Kardashians

The Kardashians are smart businesswomen and fashion icons, and they don't deserve the sexist hate they get.

By Libby Allnatt | November 20, 2016

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