Opinion

5 events that shaped the 2015 political year

Let's take a look back at the best (and worst) political moments of the year.

By Austen Bundy | December 1, 2015

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'Funny' subjective in this day and age

It is not enough to call something “funny” anymore; it is all dependent on the individual’s tastes.

By Gabby Hirniese | December 1, 2015

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This Christmas season, holiday cheer required, nativity scene optional

Although December is home to days celebrating the cultures, traditions and faiths of many different people, the U.S.’s melting pot roots still end up covered in tinsel.

By Sydney Maki | November 30, 2015

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TV shows have natural end-date, but some seek to keep a dead show walking

 It’s a really lame joke, but one that keeps getting repeated. “The NeverEnding Story” is a pretty well received film.

By Damon Smith | November 30, 2015

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Lightning port headphones are the future

If the rumors shared on the site turn out to be true, the headphone game is going to be changed forever.

By Cody Fitzpatrick | November 30, 2015

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Primary elections need playoffs to simplify presidential races

I’m not suggesting an end to our beloved democratic process, but a modification.

By Austen Bundy | November 29, 2015

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Live in moderation: Sleep, social life or good grades don't have to be a choice

Whether it be sleeping only during the day and staying up all night or skipping meals to do some last-minute cramming for a test, it is difficult to establish the healthy habits necessary for success.

By Gabby Hirniese | November 29, 2015

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Those that are famous should use their popularity for good, not evil

Society has a unique place in their heart for those who are "famous for being famous," but do they actually deserve it?

By Noelle Lilley | November 29, 2015

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Hollywood's gender issues will finally be addressed at Oscars

Having the Best Actress completely outshine the Best Actor competition has the potential to finally bring attention to gender issues that Hollywood should be talking about.

By Noah Smith | November 25, 2015

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Americans face repercussions of poorly-planned Obamacare

The goal was to prevent private health insurers from competing and raising prices for customers, as well as to make insurers working with Obamacare agree to cover high risk patients.

By Alexis Berdine | November 24, 2015

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Turkey about to get stuffed

Turkey is playing geopolitics at the expense of the global siege on ISIL. 

By Harrison Finzel | November 24, 2015

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Black Friday turned green

For those of you looking to avoid the possibility of being stampeded by a crowd or skipping time with family, here are a few good alternatives. 

By Rebecca Lydford | November 24, 2015

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Calls for 'tolerance' normalizes difference, entrenches social ills

The optimism held by those who declare tolerance the ultimate solution requires the belief that there may never be a panacea to our issues.

By Ben King | November 24, 2015

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Marketers, stop misleading your customers

In contemporary marketing, false promises and misleading statements have become widespread across the market as businesses seek new ways to procure revenue.

By Graham Paul | November 23, 2015

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Grimes changes face of pop music, doesn't care what you think

Indie sensation Grimes' new album is a danceable, aggressive attack on the music culture that made her a star.

By Maureen Van Dobben | November 23, 2015

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One video game's 'reboot' shows industry grasping at straws

The fact of the matter is that a game should stand on its own two feet, not on a platform made of nostalgia.

By Damon Smith | November 23, 2015

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ASU counseling centers, society at large face mental health stigmas

Mental health services need to be talked about so students know where to go when they are facing it. It should be more widely discussed so it is more widely accepted.

By Editorial Board | November 23, 2015

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The people we're forgetting when we talk about domestic violence

Men and women are both victims of domestic abuse, but the public won’t acknowledge that.

By Gabby Hirniese | November 22, 2015

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Mental health a sweeping problem in US, needs to be acknowledged

As a society we need to stop trying to criminalize mental disorders, and start trying to treat those who have them.

By Kendra Penningroth | November 22, 2015

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Revenge is a daesh best served from 20,000 feet

Call them ISIS, call them ISIL, call them Daesh: I dub them screwed.

By Harrison Finzel | November 19, 2015

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