Opinion

Opinion: ASU football's reliance on the transfer portal is not a long-term solution

ASU football's success in the transfer portal is not sustainable for improving performance long term.

By Jeffrey Hinkle | April 20, 2022

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Opinion: Teen dramas blur the line between fiction and reality

Exposure to shows where oversexualization of teenage characters is a prevalent theme, drug use and alcohol abuse is normalized and very serious topics are mishandled happens more often than not.

By Analisa Valdez | April 20, 2022

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Opinion: ASU needs to do more to keep students safe in the dorms

With multiple accusations of mold in the residence halls bringing students down with mysterious illnesses, the University should hold more detailed health and safety inspections. 

By Charyse Padgett | April 18, 2022

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Opinion: Gender Inclusive Housing process at ASU is insensitive and needs reform

From deadnaming to unspecified responses to requests, ASU's Gender Inclusive Housing is harmful to LGBTQ+ students who wish to apply.

By Charyse Padgett | April 18, 2022

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Opinion: On-campus living expenses prohibit equal opportunity for education

ASU should offer more inclusive housing and meal plans that are affordable and beneficial to students studying at the university. 

By Charyse Padgett | April 11, 2022

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Opinion: Anti-abortion legislation will harm both patients and health care providers

A bill banning abortion past 15 weeks will create dangerous conditions for patients and doctors.

By Brian Mecinas | April 7, 2022

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Opinion: ASU needs to address sustainability students' eco-anxiety

ASU is failing to support students with eco-anxiety by focusing mostly on the negative impacts of the climate crisis.

By Brian Mecinas | April 6, 2022

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Opinion: Proposed tuition increase is an obstacle for students success

With the proposed increase of tuition students are afraid they will have to stop prioritizing academics and focus on getting a job. 

By Fernanda Galan | March 28, 2022

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Opinion: Class collaborating with Arizona Cardinals paves the way for paid student jobs in sports industry

Thanks to a partnership with the Arizona Cardinals, ASU students can get college credits, gain real-world experience and be paid at the same time.

By Jeffrey Hinkle | March 22, 2022

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Opinion: ASU needs to do more to support Ukrainian students

The war in Ukraine has caused a lot of problems for the international students from Ukraine on ASU's campuses. Here's what some are feeling and how can we provide help.

By Vishrut Jha | March 22, 2022

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Opinion: ASU basketball needs to move on from Bobby Hurley

After seven years with the ASU men's basketball team and little to no success, it is time for Hurley to be put in the hot seat.

By Bennett Silvyn | March 21, 2022

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Opinion: ASU football will miss Jayden Daniels next season

With high expectations and an opportunity to make some noise in the Pac-12, Jayden Daniels leaving the program does not help Sun Devil Football. 

By Addison Kalmbach | March 14, 2022

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Opinion: ASU needs an official TikTok

ASU should make an official TikTok page to show off the diverse campus and unique student body to prospective students. 

By Addison Kalmbach | February 23, 2022

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Opinion: ASU golf is truly No. 1 in innovation

By the use of new technology and very unique designs, ASU golf has led the way in innovation among ASU athletics

By Jeffrey Hinkle | February 23, 2022

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Opinion: The Barrett Hawaii trip is rooted in colonialism and self-interest

The Hawaii trip being planned by Barrett, the Honors College shows a lack of care for the Hawaiian community.

By Haley Tenore | February 21, 2022

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Opinion: Desert Financial Arena is due for an upgrade

Desert Financial Arena needs to make improvements throughout the structure in order to increase its fan and student involvement in the athletic events that are held there. 

By Addison Kalmbach | February 17, 2022

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Opinion: ASU's parental leave policy reflects a need for national change

Most developed nations offer twice the paid parental leave of ASU, but the U.S. federal government offers workers even less.

By Haley Tenore | February 16, 2022

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Letter to the editor: ASU's success justifies President's pay

Chair elect of the Arizona Board of Regents responds to claims that ASU President Michael Crow's salary is unjustified, saying those claims don't consider the value and magnitude of his contributions to ASU.

By Fred DuVal | February 15, 2022

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Opinion: Wellness is a journey students should enjoy

Wellness can be tailored to each of us without reaching unrealistic goals, expectations and perfection. 

By Fernanda Galan | February 14, 2022

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Opinion: ASU and the Arizona Coyotes reaching a deal benefits the University

ASU has a once in a lifetime chance to make a deal with the Arizona Coyotes that can make Sun Devil hockey into a premier school in the west.

By Addison Kalmbach | February 13, 2022

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