Columns

Opinion: Conformity is the death of individuality in students

Self discovery is more important than conforming in the face of societal pressures. 

By Sydney Rich | October 3, 2018

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Opinion: Cultural appropriation is harmful but ASU can help to avoid it

The harmfulness of cultural appropriation can be remedied through classes.

By Anjali Mistry | October 2, 2018

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Opinion: Philosophy plays a pivotal role in the conversation of artificial intelligence

Before applying concepts of consciousness in scientific fields via mathematics, there must be a precise understanding of which definitions are being used.

By Mark Sharma | October 2, 2018

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Opinion: Don't engage in anti-PC culture

Students have alternative options other than being offensive that will not cost them their career.

By Jenny Guzman | September 27, 2018

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Opinion: Brett Kavanaugh will be detrimental to the ASU student body

Brett Kavanaugh's appointment will disproportionately harm students from marginalized communities, students seeking to vote and students wanting to uphold their reproductive rights.

By Jenny Guzman | September 27, 2018

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Opinion: Modern online dating empowers college women

Online dating and feminism are a match that's meant to be.

By Jihan Reksodiputro | September 27, 2018

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Opinion: Mental illness shouldn't be the butt of the joke

Mental health is not something that should be made light of online. 

By Katie Fusillo | September 27, 2018

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Opinion: Women should say 'I'm sorry' less

Women tend to apologize more often than men because they feel they need to justify their statements.

By Payton Saso | September 27, 2018

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Opinion: ASU should take pride in its efforts to support DACA students

There is no shame in ASU being supportive of DACA students because support for Dreamers is basic human empathy.

By Anjali Mistry | September 25, 2018

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Opinion: Consequences of free speech are necessary for civil discussion

Backlash for inflammatory opinions on social media is integral to discussion, growth and holding others accountable.

By Jihan Reksodiputro | September 23, 2018

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Opinion: Students should stop going full steam ahead with STEM majors

STEM majors are not the only majors on campus, choose wisely.

By Devynn O'Donnell | September 23, 2018

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Opinion: 'Men are trash' is not how we should combat trash men

There should be a discussion about the actions of men instead of straight criticism.

By Maya Foxall | September 20, 2018

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Opinion: ASU's 'green light' rating for free speech is justified

ASU, a public university, sufficiently extends free speech rights to students.  

By Anne Snyder | September 19, 2018

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Opinion: Students should not feel limited by their major

Students should not feel pressured to stick to only one job or career field after graduation. 

By Devynn O'Donnell | September 16, 2018

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Opinion: The current voting process is too difficult

Voting in Arizona has not proven to be sustainable, so it is time to revamp the system before more voters get disenfranchised. 

By Jenny Guzman | September 13, 2018

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Opinion: Session A and B classes aren't for everyone

These classes include the same amount of work, just in less time.

By Devynn O'Donnell | September 13, 2018

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Opinion: College students should not tolerate Trump

Almost two years into his presidency, it's time for students to stop normalizing Trump.

By Anjali Mistry | September 13, 2018

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Opinion: All college students should take a gender studies class

Gender studies courses are essential for personal and professional success.

By Jihan Reksodiputro | September 12, 2018

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Opinion: ASU students should do yoga

Yoga can improve students mind, body and spirit.

By Mark Sharma | September 11, 2018

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Opinion: Engaging with bigots on campus isn't as effective as political participation

Students shouldn't argue with inflammatory demonstrators on campus.

By Anjali Mistry | September 10, 2018

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