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Opinions

The Trump administration continues to underestimate the severity of natural disasters. Photo via flickr.

SCHABLIN: Presidential political agendas affect disaster relief

Kevin Schablin, Opinions Columnist September 10, 2019
Hurricane Dorian made its way along the United States' eastern border, but the Trump administration underestimated the hurricanes' damage, and therefore, underprepared for the aftermath.
Sodexo employees create a welcoming environment for Marquette students. Photo via twitter.com/sodexoUSA

FOGARTY: Sodexo staff exhibits ‘cura personalis’ best

Sheila Fogarty, Opinions Columnist September 10, 2019
Marquette University's dining hall staff, Sodexo, greets students with warm welcomes to start off their days.
Trumps green card policy creates divide between immigrants.  Photo via flickr.

BEG: Trump’s new policy undermines immigrant contributions

Aminah Beg September 10, 2019
Trump's new policies restrict both immigrants' ability to better their lives and become United States citizens.
Marquette students and families deserve more university transparency. Marquette Wire stock photo.

EDITORIAL: Marquette community deserves university’s transparency

September 10, 2019
Marquette students and parents are unaware of new programs or infrastructural changes on campus until they happen, leaving them with no voice or personal investment in the university’s decisions.
The university recently closed the ombuds office, leaving faculty and staff with less resources. Marquette Wire stock photo.

EDITORIAL: All voices essential to thriving campus

September 3, 2019
The words of administrators don't match the words on policy pages.
Marquette University football team beats Holy Cross 30-12 Nov. 21, 1959. Photo courtesy of Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

SCHABLIN: Marquette needs to bring back football program

Kevin Schablin, Opinions Columnist September 3, 2019
Bringing back a football program to Marquette University would benefit the university.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahus denial of congresswomen Omar and Tlaib showcases Trumps influence and ignorance. Photo via flickr.

BEG: Trump’s influence on Netanyahu perpetuates widespread hatred

Aminah Beg September 3, 2019
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's denial of congresswomen Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib's entrance into the country showcases President Trump's international influence and motives to spread his racist agenda over seas.
Abrupt end to Epstein case perpetuates rape culture in America. Photo via flickr.

FOGARTY: Sexual assault justice for victims unrealistic after Epstein’s death

Sheila Fogarty, Opinions Columnist September 3, 2019
The dismissal of Jeffrey Epstein's sexual assault trial, due to his suicide, sheds light on a new danger of rape culture in America.
A suspected altercation took place near 16th Street and Wisconsin Avenue. 

Marquette Wire Stock Photo

EDITORIAL: Mandatory active shooter training necessary for Marquette community

August 27, 2019
Marquette University's freshman class of 2019 received active shooter training during orientation. Unfortunately, upperclassmen, faculty and staff are not required to take training.

BEG: Social media effective tool for activism

Aminah Beg August 27, 2019

It was like any other June day when I woke up and checked my social media timelines. I went to Instagram and immediately noticed that countless stories on my feed were slightly different than the usual,...

Yellowstone National Park leads the way in conservation practices. Photo via flickr

FOGARTY: National parks set example for state conservation practices

Sheila Fogarty, Opinions Columnist August 27, 2019
Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park are paving the way in waste disposal and management in their parks. State parks and patrons should follow their lead.

SCHABLIN: The Commons’ reduced dining hall hours will benefit everyone

Kevin Schablin, Opinions Columnist August 27, 2019
The Commons' reduced dining hall hours, while unpopular among students, proves to have beneficial long-term effects.
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