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BEG: Celeb mental health discussion necessary

BEG: Celeb mental health discussion necessary

January 15, 2019
Those in power, such as parents, bosses or professors, must understand the need for young people to take time to focus on themselves and their mental state.
Course evaluations are a simple way for professors to get feedback.

EDITORIAL: Course evaluations lack details crucial for adequate responses

December 4, 2018
The more structured the university makes the evaluations, the better students will be able to give feedback.
Kutchers support for Israeli soldiers enraged Palestinian supporters.

BEG: Celebrity opinions affect public

December 4, 2018
Since these public figures have such a large and constant role in American society, their actions and opinions have a real effect on the views of the general public.
NITSCHKE: Risks ignored regarding marijuana legalization

NITSCHKE: Risks ignored regarding marijuana legalization

Emma Nitschke, Copy Chief December 4, 2018
Some people turn to marijuana to self-treat their anxiety and depression. While this works for a short time in low dosages, it’s no different from turning to alcohol.
HARTE: Trump policies unnecessarily cruel to asylum seekers

HARTE: Trump policies unnecessarily cruel to asylum seekers

Matthew Harte, Opinions Columnist December 4, 2018
The difficulties faced by Central American asylum seekers are detrimental to the U.S. reputation as a welcoming destination for oppressed people.
HARTE: Title IX proposal would decrease misconduct reporting

HARTE: Title IX proposal would decrease misconduct reporting

Matthew Harte, Opinions Columnist November 27, 2018
According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, about 20 percent of college women and 15 percent of college men are victims of forced sex during their time in college. More than 90 percent of sexual assault victims on college campuses also don’t report the assault.
HARRINGTON: Small businesses deserve increased focus during holidays

HARRINGTON: Small businesses deserve increased focus during holidays

Reilly Harrington, Assistant Opinions Editor November 27, 2018
Remove the association of these special, smaller sales from the commercialized yuletide nightmare that is Black Friday and allow it to stand on its own, shining more of a light on the benefits the day could have on your local peers and community members.
BEG: US relationship with Saudi Arabia unethical

BEG: US relationship with Saudi Arabia unethical

November 27, 2018
rump does not intend to take any action against the serious situation regarding Khashoggi’s death despite agencies and individuals from both the Republican and Democratic parties calling for a response.

EDITORIAL: University unfairly scrutinized for decision regarding homeless

November 27, 2018
Winter is rapidly approaching and it would be nearly impossible for the university to turn the Ramada into a homeless shelter in time. The building is not in good condition and would first need refurbishing before it would be a suitable place for people to live.
Mashuda Hall is one residence hall open during Christmas break.

EDITORIAL: Residence hall policies for break periods alienate students

November 13, 2018
Students should be able to stay in their own residence halls if they need to save money or simply can’t afford hundreds of dollars to travel home.
HARTE: Early morning classes harmful to learning

HARTE: Early morning classes harmful to learning

Matthew Harte, Opinions Columnist November 13, 2018
There are many causes that force college students to forgo sleep. They may pull all-nighters to study for an exam or finish an essay. They could also have heavy work or student organization schedules, which forces them to put off homework until later in the night.
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KORENICH: Prison health care reforms needed

Maya Korenich, Executive Opinions Editor November 13, 2018
If inmates are required to make copayments in order to receive medical attention, they may decide to forgo necessary medical treatment in order to buy other things like soap or food.
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