The Climate Clock counts down the time until we burn through the global carbon budget. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues we can’t let the climate crisis be pushed aside, especially with the limited time we have remaining to take action.
Many college students rely on caffeinated beverages to get through the day, and the need for it often overshadows its potentially harmful effects. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues students should be more conscious of the amount of caffeine they are consuming.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell insists on voting to fill the Supreme Court justice vacancy before the election. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues the American people’s input, through voting, should be considered before the justice position is filled.
This year’s election will be different than any other with the particular responsibility placed on the U.S. Postal Service. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues that in order to have a fair and legal election, and to ensure the rights of voters, we have to support the USPS.
Throughout her life, no matter her position at the time, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg fought for all people. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters recounts the life and career of Ginsburg and comments on the legacy she leaves behind.
Worldwide, over 5.08 million people have had COVID-19. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters analyzes this and her own personal experience with the virus, asking the question: What now?
Utilizing rhetoric reminiscent of Civil War broadsides, President Donald Trump tweeted on April 17 encouraging citizens to liberate their states. Columnist True Dabill looks at this present-day situation and compares it to past protests.
The root of being a conscious consumer is to understand how the way we consume goods and services affects our lives and environments. Columnist Zaid Khan argues we need to make a transition back to a more localized and sustainable lifestyle for farming, manufacturing and retail.
The humor of Generation Z contains irreverence and cynicism due to the world they inherited. Columnist True Dabill argues younger generations turn to social media, memes and other forms of humor as defense mechanisms.
States have started reporting the demographic data of who is getting sick with COVID-19, and minority groups are being affected disproportionately. Columnist Kayla Mayer argues the pandemic has exposed the structural racism in society.
The University of St. Thomas has postponed plans for commencement ceremonies until further notice due to the uncertainty around COVID-19. Columnist Gustavo Gutierrez-Nidasio argues graduating students and their families should accept that the commencement ceremony they envisioned before will probably not happen.
The reality show “The Circle” displays all of the follies and miscommunications of social media in real time among a group of strangers secluded to their rooms. Columnist True Dabill argues the show allows contestants to let go of their social media charade and reveal their true selves.
If consumers are not educated enough about proper waste management, and if it is not properly enforced by environmental regulations and sustainability policies, problems such as plastic waste will not decrease as much as we need them to. Columnist Gustavo Gutierrez-Nidasio argues before banning certain materials or taxing the use of certain products, people should be well-educated on environment-friendly practices.
On average, we spend 26 years of our lives asleep. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues we should invest in healthy sleeping habits so that we can make the most of our time awake.
Distancing is especially difficult when we need the comfort and support of each other so badly. Columnist Kayla Mayer argues while physical isolation is important for curbing the pandemic, we can, and should, maintain safe contact with others.
