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 »
We must understand the deep-rooted impact of early military recruitment, particularly in marginalized communities and how this ties into voting behaviors. Read more »
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 »
Knowing how to act when faced with adversity in a new environment, like in and around campus, is more critical than ever. Read more »
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 »
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 »
By adopting a few simple strategies, you can maintain your wellbeing while enjoying your newfound independence. Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
By allowing SU students to immerse themselves in the richness of Arab culture, and learn about it in academic spaces, we can facilitate a collective appreciation and understanding of Arab contributions and achievements. Read more »
Seeing them now being subjected to this same kind of behavior from the public as adults is nothing short of frustrating and infuriating because it means we haven’t actually learned anything from watching “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV.” We haven’t learned our lesson about what pressure can do to people, how easily we can traumatize others. Read more »
Supporting local journalism through tax breaks is a crucial step in revitalizing an industry that serves as the bedrock of democracy. Read more »
It’s vital that we acknowledge our privileged status as students of a private institution. It is through highlighting change-driven voices that we make an impact in students' biases that go beyond a culturally-enriching event. Rather, we believe that student organizations are the catalysts needed to ignite systematic change as we have collective power in shifting the narrative through the resources that are at our disposal. Read more »
Ultimately, the fate of the AAS department isn't just a matter of academic administration, it's a reflection of our university's commitment to equity and justice. As students and stakeholders, we must demand better and hold our institution accountable. Read more »
If nothing else, this new census is going to make it that much more difficult to recognize and combat racism and anti-Blackness. It’s going to undo years of conversations we’ve had as a community to understand the differences between race and ethnicity and unlearn the myths we’ve been told all our lives. Read more »
It shouldn’t be the standard that queer people are only talked about when something really good or really bad happens; our everyday happy stories have a right to be heard too. Read more »
With every notable incident that gets widely reported on, there are many others that get swept under the rug; local legislatures should recognize the importance of citizen review boards and bolster their power to maintain a healthy and organic relationship between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. Read more »
“The Bachelor” and the shows in “The Bachelor” universe need to challenge racism head-on, rather than skirting around issues in vague platitudes and avoiding taking actionable measures to improve conditions on the show. Without change, “The Bachelor” will be known as a relic of an era of racist reality television. Read more »
