Opinion

Keep religious bickering out of sports and competition

In a world of increasing religious strife, even the world of sport is being corrupted.

By Chris Wood | November 3, 2016

How we can all take a lesson from Shailene Woodley’s arrest

"If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor." — Desmond Tutu.

By Savannah Haas | November 3, 2016

We are in debt to Arizona's homeless demographic

We are neglecting and disregarding our relationship with the homeless by failing to acknowledge them as part of our community.

By Charlene Santiago | November 2, 2016

Photo illustration depicting a student voter filling out a sample absentee ballot.

Every vote counts: Absentee ballots are more important than you think

Absentee ballots are more important than you think.

By Austen Bundy | November 2, 2016

The patient is suffering from severe anxiety in the Presidential Electors category

Voters can avoid election anxiety by being informed about the media

Voters in this presidential election need to be wary of the media's coverage of the election.

By Gabby Hirneise | November 2, 2016

Don't feed the trolls. Illustration published Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016.

Silence is not just gold — it's power

Sometimes silence can send a more powerful message than words.

By Rebecca Lydford | November 2, 2016

Illustration published Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016.

If it has nothing to do with sex, stop calling it porn

Social media accounts are filled with mentions of porn. Even when lacking sex or nudity, this has to stop.

By Mitchell Atencio | November 2, 2016

Emma Hobbs poses for a photo with her trained service dog, Bernie.

Pets on a college campus are there to serve a purpose

College students often overestimate their ability to care for a pet.

By Gabby Hirneise | November 1, 2016

Cubs fans deserve this World Series

Cubs fans have endured everything from curses to Steve Bartman during this century-long championship drought. These dedicated and loyal fans deserve to see their team finally win it all.

By Kynan Marlin | October 31, 2016

Women should avoid using "vocal fry" in the workplace

Women should stay away from vocal fry because it chips away their credibility and hurts their ability to get hired.

By Kelsey Mo | October 31, 2016

Donald Trump rejects the outcome of his final exam. Illustration published on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2016.

Trump is no better than a whiny student if he doesn't accept election results

If you lose, deal with it, Trump.

By Austen Bundy | October 30, 2016

Spectators dressed as "Nasty Women" pose for a photo in the Phoenix Convention Center during a campaign stop featuring first lady Michelle Obama for Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016.

Be a 'nasty woman' and reclaim insults, but with caution

Many women have taken their power back by making sexist insults their own, but this can only be effective if it's done with real consideration.

By Libby Allnatt | October 30, 2016

Chelsea and Landon Meyers' engagement photo.

Young and In Love: The stigma of getting married early

Marriage doesn’t restrain you or hold you back, but it pushes you forward and toward your goals.

By Sky Jordan | October 27, 2016

Global climate change: Taking action is not optional

Rather than feeling helpless about climate change, individuals need to examine their personal decisions and pressure for political action.

By Mia Armstrong | October 27, 2016

Maricruz Ramirez dances outside of the Trump rally in downtown Phoenix on Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2016.

The misunderstanding of culture is a set back for society

In society the notion and understanding of culture is often limited to dance, language, food and music but in reality, culture is a very broad concept with many fascinating elements to explore.

By Charlene Santiago | October 26, 2016