Clik here to view.
Opinion | A very necessary ranking of ancient civilizations
When discussing the ancient world and how it impacts us today, there’s perpetually a massive tunic-clad and public-bathing elephant in the room: the Roman Empire. According to a recent social media...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | The genius absurdism of ‘Adventure Time’
The boy in the spacesuit watches the purple orb explode before his very eyes, assuming sentience. Its three eyes stare at him and ask, “Finn, do you remember?” The encounter between Finn and the...
View ArticleOpinion | It’s OK to not want to see your family for the holidays
Thanksgiving break is quickly approaching and the anticipation of copious amounts of food, our beds and Black Friday has us all itching to get home. While it may be exciting to be at home and in our...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | Video games promote lifelong friendships
Video games have evolved from simple forms of entertainment into social platforms, shaping relationships and creating bonds that extend far beyond the virtual world. Take “Valorant,” for example. Riot...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | Instead of hacking your life, try macro-ing your life
Last week, while I was scrolling through TikTok, I found myself mesmerized by a dog doing a handstand. After a good laugh and a share with friends, it hit me — while TikTok is a goldmine for instant...
View ArticleOpinion | Consider the hidden beauty of the Midwest
Of all of the regions of the United States, the Midwest is often the most forgotten and the least loved. The phrase “from sea to shining sea” does little to highlight our corner of the country, and...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | Weighing in on the art restitution debate
The British Museum recently put out a call for a new director. As one of the foremost museums in the world, this position is highly valued and respected. At least, it used to be. In recent months, the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | Bring back unapologetic villains
It’s so much more fun to write villains than heroes. Creating a great protagonist is no easy task. To make sure readers and audiences continue to root for the hero and stay invested in their story,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | Valentine’s Day shouldn’t be so serious
Valentine’s Day is a holiday filled with many mixed emotions. If this day were a romantic comedy, the scenes would capture a spectrum of emotions surrounding the holiday. For those who are single, the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | Yes, Taylor Swift plays the victim
Let me start with the fact that I am a Swiftie. I appreciate and recognize Taylor Swift’s gift for songwriting and poetic lyricism. But that doesn’t negate the fact that I am growing uncomfortable with...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | Stop calling people of color ‘whitewashed’
Growing up, the concept of “whitewashing” never played a role in how I saw myself. It wasn’t until I became older that I learned how this term could be used to attack my own identity, leaving room for...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | I’m a Black-identifying biracial: Here’s what that implies
I recall when I was at my grandma’s house with my Aunt Bib, God rest her soul. Aunt Bib randomly said to me, “Jasmine, I need you to know that you are a Black girl.” In my head, I thought, isn’t that...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion |‘Freedom of thought’ is losing its meaning
You may have yet to hear of the University of Austin. Different from the University of Texas at Austin, UATX will welcome its inaugural class this fall. Exploring its website reveals a common theme:...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | Indigenous history education needs a serious upgrade
The Trail of Tears. Something every high school student taking AP United States History should know. Check out that singular flashcard on Quizlet, and done — one more point towards an A. Something is...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | COVID-19 reshaped how students learn
As another semester comes to a close, I’m compelled to look back on the history of my relationship with education — especially during the last four years since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | The Met Gala needs to be canceled
Fashion’s biggest fans have long awaited the first Monday in May to watch the highly anticipated Met Gala. Hosted by Vogue magazine’s Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour, viewers watched with bated breath to...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | Gosling and Monet: Adapting masculinity through art
Ryan Gosling and Claude Monet have much more in common than one might think. What many say is a handsome and relatable Hollywood actor, Gosling has recently attained the highest rungs of stardom...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | Why don’t we care about each other?
If you were to ask the public what the current state of empathy is in the U.S., the majority, including me, would assume it is deteriorating. Narcissism, individualistic attitudes, political...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Opinion | The unexpected loneliness of off-campus living
When I first moved into my apartment my sophomore year, I couldn’t help but notice a dreadful feeling of loneliness — one which I’m sure we all know but dismiss as: “That’s what adulthood is.” I’d like...
View ArticleClik here to view.
DI Voices | You can learn to love communal living
Nearly six weeks into my junior year at the University, I’ve come to a startling realization: I no longer dislike communal living. More than that, I’ve discovered I enjoy living with three roommates in...
View Article