Slack: Despite college memories, best times yet to come postgrad
With commencement upon us and loved ones showering us with gifts like really nice pens, watches and that one Dr. Seuss book — by the… Read more »
Columns
O'Hare: Adam Sandler must work to maintain credibility despite recent comedic downfall
It’s fitting that an over-the-top criticism from one of your earliest movies can be applied to your latest projects, Mr. Adam Sandler. The movies you’ve… Read more »
Rockler: Graduating senior columnist offers final words following editorial career
For the past three years I’ve had the honor of writing for the liberal point of view in The Daily Orange. As a columnist, I… Read more »
Slack: Dependence on smartphones proves obvious when writer becomes stranded in NYC
My phone was dead and I was locked out on the streets of New York City. Read that again. I couldn’t open the door to… Read more »
Stikkel: Young Americans should opt for GOP; party committed to long-term concerns
As of last Thursday, the U.S. public debt was 74.22 percent of the gross domestic product, which is a measure of federal debt in terms… Read more »
Nasa: Feminism remains relevant in society as women’s inequality persists
Many people stray from identifying themselves as feminists today because of the term’s negative connotations and belief that it is no longer a relevant ideal.… Read more »
Hodge: Young people should continue taking chances despite career, relationship doubts
I hate “the maybes.” Often like the blistering cold days we experience here in Syracuse, there seems to be an infinite amount of them. “The… Read more »
Swenton: Personal, political sarcasm concerning poisonous letters addressed to Obama highlights societal issue
I stared at my computer screen in bewilderment as I pored over the comments people were leaving on a status that CNN posted on its… Read more »
Smith: Hacking scams can be combated if journalism professionals become more tech-savvy
It seems that self-made biases and blunders are not the only issues getting in the way of accurate reporting today, as the modern journalist now… Read more »
Romero: Mindless summer TV shows provide motivation for students to finish semester strong
Finals week is, unfortunately, right around the corner. That means writing papers last minute, cramming psychology notes into your head at E.S. Bird Library and… Read more »
Bethel: Dove campaign exposes female perceptions of true beauty in themselves, others
Dove is proving the drastic effects of the media on women’s self-perception in its recently released viral video. The expectations for women are overwhelming in… Read more »
Smith: Government counterterrorism measures may prove more threatening than terrorism itself
Last week, while you were watching martial law undertake the Boston area in the furious search for the Boston Marathon suspect, the U.S. House of… Read more »
Saffren: Ann Coulter's extreme, offensive rhetoric will provide disservice to SU students
There is a line in the sand between polemics and hatemongering. If the line were demarcated by sand castles, Ann Coulter would strike it with… Read more »
Callaghan: College students can easily pursue year-round sustainability
One of the most exciting times of the year is finally approaching — the end of the semester. With all of the hectic scrambling coming… Read more »
O'Hare: Extreme character traits, humorous quirks make 'Parks and Recreation's' Ron Swanson best character on TV
Ron Swanson of “Parks and Recreation” (2009) is the best character on television right now. Swanson, played by Nick Offerman, is the head of the… Read more »
Rockler: Media outlets must focus on content accuracy, not speed of news release
Live reporting and social media are capable of reporting news quickly and distributing it widely. At the same time, the ability for inaccurate information to… Read more »
Slack: Rules for interaction evolve as communication methods develop
We’re heading into an uncertain time in terms of social interaction. This uncertainty is evolving by the day with every new Internet tool introduced. Last… Read more »
Stikkel: Self-censorship limits public's access to ideas; Ann Coulter's critics ignore her valid arguments
Ann Coulter’s upcoming visit on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in Gifford Auditorium will surely draw fire. Coulter is an author, columnist and political commentator who… Read more »
SU honors program must become more elite
Before the Syracuse University administration attempts to increase enrollment or renovate the facilities in the Renee Crown University Honors Program, being an honors student must… Read more »
Nasa: Human trafficking in US should be combatted by establishing more severe punishments, creating educational programs
Failing to acknowledge human trafficking helps perpetuate this cycle of exploitation in the United States. Although this form of modern-day slavery is condemned by society,… Read more »
