Football health risks, dangers need to be addressed
By Ashton Becker There is a true danger that lies behind one of America’s most celebrated forms of entertainment. It has become more than a sport or a game or a business, it has become an integral part of our…
Interracial marriage, not issue of state, issue of racism
By Faith Smith Growing up, my parents always taught my siblings and me to never talk about politics with our friends. This was the way it was until we got older, then they told us it was time to begin…
Toxic environment in military schools must change
By Ashton Becker The United States military academies and Senior Miltary Colleges, SMC, are academic institutions designed to train and shape the next generation of military leaders. Thousands of students across the nation aspire to attend these renowned institutions, willing…
Depp v. Herd shows bigger issue
By Abigail Connolly As a $50 million defamation lawsuit trial unfolds before the world, it is time to consider the way domestic abuse is viewed and handled. Famed actor, Johnny Depp (“Edward Scissorhands”) is currently engaged in a fierce legal…
The Editor-in-Chief’s column: Final paper in charge means time to reminiscence
By Brandon Ladd This is my last week in charge, it seems bizarre to think about. College has been a marathon and a sprint at the same time. I have always described running a newspaper as a 400-meter dash that…
Catholic healthcare religious treatment detrimental
By Ashton Becker The Catholic healthcare system has endangered the lives of countless women with their strict adherence to the Ethical and Religious Directives; a set of rules which apply Catholic beliefs to medical care and prohibit use of certain…
Climate change humanitarian issue, needs to be addressed
By Kat Zelows Climate change is gradually getting worse and is a threat to our world. Climate change comes from light, sound, thermal and plastic pollution. Light pollution is excessive artificial light use during the day or night. Cities and…
Texas medical law threatens basic human rights
Following the abortion law that sparked nationwide debate, Texas is once again attempting to threaten basic human rights and bodily autonomy. The new law specifically aims to prohibit parents from accessing gender affirming procedures for their transgender children. Gov. Greg…
From my desk: The Editor-in-Chief’s column
By Brandon Ladd My inability to get out of bed in the morning these past few weeks has led me to start doing research on just why I feel too tired to move before 10:30 a.m. What I found on…
Birthday meant to celebrate life, memories, friends
By Brandon Ladd My birthday is the day after this paper is published, I will sadly be 22 years old and my last weeks of college are fast approaching. This has made me realize that I do not like people…
