Opinion

Sexual violence is not a one-way street

The way we support victims of sexual abuse should also be universal — with positivity and sympathy in all cases.

By Harrison Finzel | October 29, 2014

American universities should look to foreign grading systems

Foreign systems eliminate concerns regarding minor deficiencies and petty mistakes some instructors like to pick on.

By Kaelyn Polick-Kirkpatrick | October 29, 2014

Has FCKH8 lost its mind?

If FCKH8 really wants to attempt to fight the oppression of women, it should deliver its own message instead of using young girls as a shield.

By William Ruof | October 29, 2014

Yik Yak and the scary truth of Internet anonymity

What was intended to be an outlet for students to anonymously share thoughts without fearing judgment has turned into a medium for cyber bullying, death threats and questionable morals.

By Ryan Lynch | October 28, 2014

Arizona law still doesn't allow inclusive sex education

With gay marriage now legal in Arizona, what role does the education system need to play to keep the momentum toward tolerance rolling?

By Becca Smouse | October 28, 2014

Ectogenesis is not a worthwhile solution

Growing babies in artificial wombs as opposed to within the mother is a futuristic endeavor that brings few benefits.

By Desiree Pharias | October 28, 2014

Election polls replace actual election coverage

Polling has clearly become the default filler in election news reporting.

By Donnell Probst | October 27, 2014

Au revoir, Arizona election season

It's been a compelling election cycle, but we're ready for it to be over.

By Editorial Board | October 27, 2014

NFL should avoid expansion, move two teams to London & L.A.

There's no doubt that London wants a football team –– the U.K. government even said so last week. However, the buck stops as soon as it becomes a British pound.

By Ryan Clarke | October 27, 2014

UK lacks moral fortitude in combating anti-Semitism

The U.K. needs to take a stronger stance on anti-Semitism. Words and rhetoric are not enough when innocent Jews are having their civil rights violated.

By Jordan Brunner | October 26, 2014

Why Breast Cancer Awareness is a marketing ploy

The NFL and other major corporations use Breast Cancer Awareness Month to play on the public's emotions and rake in money.

By Megan Janetsky | October 26, 2014

Society still blames women for aging

Men in the public eye are scot-free from criticism and are praised for their age, rather than condemned as women are.

| October 26, 2014

ASU's Tempe Undergraduate Student Government media guidelines unfairly limit dissent

There is no reason to believe that USG Tempe is made more effective by having members report to leadership every time they want to express an opinion to the press.

By Editorial Board | October 23, 2014

Approval of new skyscraper downtown puts Phoenix one step closer to an urban paradise

Building a skyscraper in downtown Phoenix is a baby step — an admittedly expensive baby step, but one with definite long-term potential.

By Ryan Lynch | October 23, 2014

Boos & Bravos: Oct. 23

Boo to UNC for making a mockery of higher education, but bravo to the heroic actions of an ASU police officer.

By Editorial Board | October 23, 2014

ASU students should take course evaluations seriously

Course evaluations are not just a bunch of questions that you can answer without much thought; they require you to think carefully before giving your feedback.

By Anima Sahu | October 23, 2014

ASU's Zero Waste by 2015 initiative is incomplete

2014 is coming to a rapid conclusion and the Zero Waste policy has not been completely adopted at ASU.

By Kaelyn Polick-Kirkpatrick | October 22, 2014

Graham exceeding expectations, alleviating concerns

How has Todd Graham performed in the third year of his tenure?

By Editorial Board | October 22, 2014

The folly of expensive weddings

Shouldn’t a wedding be a celebration of two people, not a show for the audience?

By Becca Smouse | October 22, 2014

Millennials must prepare early for financial burdens

While some people may think preparing a will or starting to contribute to a retirement fund before you're 30 is too early, it should be on the minds of many Millennials.

By Kayla Chan | October 22, 2014

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