Opinion: Careers in the arts cannot fall victim to capitalism
What our current system fails to address is that not everything needs to be raking in money for it to be considered valuable or important. Read more »
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Opinion: Colleges need to push back on the judicial definition of 'free speech'
The line between free speech and hate speech must be drawn more clearly, and universities should be at the forefront of this battle. Read more »
Venezuelan immigrants deserve respect, especially from policymakers
As a young Venezuelan immigrant, our guest columnist has not yet had the chance to vote in the U.S. He says that those who can vote need to know that it's not just a right, but also a responsibility. Read more »
Opinion: AI has no place in academia or journalism
Not only does reliance on AI hinder the human aspect within journalism, it also limits progress within journalism and in greater society. Read more »
Opinion: SU dining needs to expand its plant-based options
Syracuse University is home to a diverse student body, and with that comes a variety of dietary needs and preferences. It's time for the campus dining facilities to reflect that diversity. Read more »
Opinion: Elon Musk is democracy’s biggest threat
By restoring their access to a platform as powerful as X, Musk is creating a space where misinformation, hate and division flourish. This is not an abstract concern. It’s a clear and present threat to the stability of democratic society. Read more »
Opinion: Targeted military recruitment impacts Latine voter decisions
We must understand the deep-rooted impact of early military recruitment, particularly in marginalized communities and how this ties into voting behaviors. Read more »
Opinion: It’s never too late to get involved on campus
No matter your age or how far along you are in your college journey, it is never too late to put yourself out there and join a new group on campus. Read more »
Opinion: Students must prepare for campus tragedy before it strikes
Knowing how to act when faced with adversity in a new environment, like in and around campus, is more critical than ever. Read more »
Opinion: Syracuse needs to find better solutions for its homeless crisis
Instead of punishing those who are already vulnerable, we should learn from the missteps of places like Oswego and take a more compassionate approach. Read more »
Activism needs to go beyond social media re-posts
Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our newsletter here. My Instagram account is a public collection of what is… Read more »
Invasion of privacy shouldn't come hand in hand with fame
Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our newsletter here. Not many people know of Missouri-born Kayleigh Rose Amstutz. But… Read more »
Opinion: Voting in local, state elections matters
Now is the time to engage fully in these elections and to recognize that the votes we cast locally are just as vital, if not more so, than those at the national level. Read more »
Opinion: Survivors of sexual assault deserve better support from SU
It is not until we address the problem at the source that we can make a real change, and everybody needs to pitch in to help. Read more »
New York should mandate and provide masks, not ban them
We can and should define our own ethos around disability, national and social liberation. Read more »
Debunking the 'freshman 15' myth: What incoming college students should know
By adopting a few simple strategies, you can maintain your wellbeing while enjoying your newfound independence. Read more »
Embracing the Orange spirit can lead to a fulfilling SU experience
Getting involved and integrated in our community is difficult as well as daunting, but it is the most integral aspect of the SU experience. Read more »
Graduating students need to carry their activism with them
Our writer discusses the experiences of students post-graduation, she dives into the idea of many losing their passion for advocacy. Without this drive, what might our futures look like? Read more »
Criminalizing homelessness is ushering in a new stage of capitalism
The reality is that it shouldn’t be illegal to live the best way we can, especially at the hands of a system that puts us there. Read more »
How boycotting drives liberation
We must recognize our privilege and leverage it to dismantle systems of oppression. Boycotting is not just a tactic, it's a moral imperative. Read more »
SU students need to stand in solidarity with the students at Columbia University
We can’t pretend nothing extraordinary and historic is happening just a little over 200 miles from our campus, where fellow students are risking everything, even their very lives, for what they believe in. Read more »
The ‘model minority’ trope doesn’t represent Asian Americans
Only by understanding the full spectrum of Asian American experiences through specified and pointed data can we begin to dismantle stereotypes, tackle inequities and ensure that all Asian Americans have the tailored support and resources they need to truly thrive. Read more »
The 'cult of celebrity' distracts people from real-world problems
As I grow older, I want to do a better job of not caring about a class of people who are growing more wildly out of touch with the rest of us. More of us, especially those in the younger generations, should think about doing the same. Read more »
Pope Francis is paving the way for inclusivity in the Catholic Church
Catholicism was meant to be an inclusive faith. If we don’t follow its most crucial tenets of unconditional love and forgiveness, our convictions are simply nominal and rooted in an identity rather than the belief itself. Read more »
