Opinion

Opinion: The ASU community needs to stand against anti-abortion laws

Reproductive health care should not be politicized, and yet, Arizona lawmakers continue to come between a woman and her doctor. 

By Haley Tenore | June 7, 2021

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Opinion: Failed campaigns are instrumental to future campaign success

Although losing campaigns don't achieve intended goals, they do lend important data and strategies to future campaigns that can help political parties progress forward. 

By Alexis Tretschok | April 28, 2021

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Opinion: Gender-neutral restrooms deserve extra care

ASU needs to normalize and promote the use of gender-neutral bathrooms for the communities the restrooms are intended to serve.

By Haley Tenore | April 14, 2021

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Opinion: Companies only use social justice movements for their own profit

The public cannot rely on companies to carry us through times of social change, especially since that is not their incentive.

By Analisa Valdez | April 14, 2021

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Opinion: Arizona enables anti-maskers

Arizona is once again putting its residents at risk by lifting COVID-19 restrictions too early, potentially fueling another surge in active cases.

By Haley Tenore | April 6, 2021

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Opinion: We must stop perpetuating classist stereotypes in music education

Many factors that prevent students from participating in music education and performance are exacerbated by the actions of their instructors.

By Thomas Gerald | April 6, 2021

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Opinion: Online services are an important step toward equitable mental health care

Online counseling gives more students the opportunity to get mental health treatment, helping to further reduce the stigma around seeking mental health assistance.

By Alexis Tretschok | April 6, 2021

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Opinion: The COVID-19 vaccine should be an on-campus requirement

Certain measures must be taken to ensure the safety of ASU's community in the midst of a global pandemic, such as mandating the vaccine rather than encouraging it.

By Cassidy Reich | March 31, 2021

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Opinion: Dutch Bros customer service needs reform

Dutch Bros Coffee prides itself on unique and positive customer service but neglects to include precautions for staff when they experience harsh interactions.

By Alexis Tretschok | March 29, 2021

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Opinion: Higher education needs to find the inherent value in learning

The current model of education funnels students into careers instead of fostering curiosity.

By Thomas Gerald | March 23, 2021

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Opinion: ASU should implement a mandatory diversity and inclusion training program

Freshmen at ASU are automatically enrolled in courses in alcohol education, prescription drug abuse and violence prevention, but not diversity and inclusion training.

By Shradha Krishnamurthy | March 23, 2021

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Opinion: Students registered with SAILS deserve early registration

SAILS changing its early registration during a difficult time is harmful to students with disabilities at ASU who are already facing high levels of stress.

By Haley Tenore | March 22, 2021

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Opinion: Anti-Asian racism is a product of white supremacist norms that must be eliminated

Since the pandemic began, Asian communities have experienced a higher magnitude of hate crimes and mistreatment that must be brought to an end.

By Analisa Valdez | March 22, 2021

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Opinion: The University should keep ASU Sync

ASU getting rid of ASU Sync permanently is a slap in the face to students, considering they spent half of the CARES Act money on the technology.

By Haley Tenore | March 22, 2021

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Opinion: The class of 2024 must be included in this fall's welcome events

With ASU preparing to return to in-person classes for Fall 2021, current freshmen should be allowed to participate in welcome experiences they missed out on during the pandemic.

By Alexis Tretschok | March 17, 2021

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Opinion: ASU needs academic protocols for students who test positive for COVID-19

Some students recall not being given flexibility from professors after testing positive for COVID-19. ASU should have a protocol in place for all students who test positive so that no one has to worry about their GPA as they recover.

By Haley Tenore | March 16, 2021

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Opinion: Political involvement is unavoidable

Politics can be divisive, but that doesn't mean participation is optional. Our lives are inherently political and to implement positive change, political involvement is necessary.

By Alexis Tretschok | March 16, 2021

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Opinion: Our investment in education must change after COVID-19

COVID-19 has exacerbated many economic disparities in public education which are caused by insufficient investment in the schools and communities around them.

By Thomas Gerald | March 15, 2021

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Letter to the Editor: Arizona House bill harshening penalties for protestors targets student voices

House Bill 2309 "disproportionately affects minority groups protesting in the name of equal protection from the government," writes ASU student Taylor Miller.

By Taylor Miller | March 14, 2021

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Letter to the editor: House bill could create new education opportunities

House Bill 2523 allows community colleges to offer four-year degrees. The bill passed out of the Arizona House of Representatives, and ASU students should rally behind this bill in support.

By Ryne Bolick | March 14, 2021

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