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The way that we interact with others online has had an effect on the way we talk to people in person.

Douda: The internet’s impact on the ‘cruelty epidemic’

Lauren Douda, Opinion Editor April 3, 2025

Recently, I spoke with my younger sister about how difficult it is to make friends in our generation. This led to a minor disagreement with our parents, who argued that simply walking up to someone and...

It’s important to not base your knowledge on a subject through headlines alone.

Jersek: It’s important to read past the headlines — especially this one

Cole Jersek, Contributor April 3, 2025

I find myself scrolling through Instagram and only giving a few seconds to read important news on a post, then scrolling right past it, with it almost instantaneously leaving my mind. I'm not forgetting...

The Department of Education is responsible for substantial reforms to the education system in past decades and houses many key programs.

Merzlak: Destroying the Department of Education is a mistake

Thomas Merzlak, TimeOut Editor April 3, 2025

On March 20, President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at accomplishing one of his most ridiculous campaign promises: the dismantling of the Department of Education. While Trump cannot...

With the 2025 Formula One season starting soon, it’s the ideal time to be a fan of the global motorsport.

Jersek: It’s the perfect time to get into F1

Cole Jersek, Contributor March 13, 2025

If you're looking for a new sport to watch, I highly recommend Formula One. F1 is a rapidly growing global sport, shaping up for one of its best seasons in 2025. It's worth checking out — even if you're...

Being in the mosh pit means being arm-to-arm with a stranger who may or may not be wearing deodorant.

St. James: Hygiene in the mosh pit is crucial

Sophie St. James, Contributor March 10, 2025

Have you ever been to a show where there is a mosh pit, and you’re left on the outskirts pushing someone’s back away so that they don’t crash into you? As you touch their back with both hands,...

The social media craze TikTok is an app that consumes a large portion of 18 to 24-year-olds time.

Douda: Maybe a TikTok ban is a good thing

Lauren Douda, Opinion Editor January 30, 2025

Jan. 19 was a sad day for many of us in the United States. It was the day that our beloved app, TikTok, was banned seemingly for good, only for it to be back up around 14 hours later. But before it came...

Newly inaugurated President Trump appointed Tesla founder and X owner Elon Musk as the head of the “Department of Government Efficiency.”

Herrick: Elon Musk’s proponency of the H1-B visa is concerning for American workers

Matt Herrick, Contributor January 30, 2025

President Donald Trump's second inauguration has begun a new chapter in American politics. Trump has ushered in this new era with many claims that could affect college students. He has announced that he...

Communicating and listening to those around you is an effective way to make political discussions less uncomfortable.

Jersek: Make discussing politics less uncomfortable

Cole Jersek, Contributor January 30, 2025

With the end of the U.S. presidential election comes the beginning of a new administration. Whether you are pleased with the election's outcome or not, we must be willing to work together as American citizens,...

Douda: Making and keeping new years resolutions

Lauren Douda, Opinion Editor January 16, 2025

As we enter the new year, people worldwide establish New Year’s resolutions to better themselves. New Year's resolutions are nearly 4,000 years old, and people have tried to keep up with them since Mesopotamia...

Children's television and media should be more inclusive for all ages.

Dubberly: The value of children’s media and the decline of ‘all ages’ storylines

Mercedes Dubberly, Associate Editor December 5, 2024

I watch a lot of movies and TV. No, seriously, a lot. And a lot of times, I enjoy things that may be geared toward kids but still have plotlines adults can enjoy. While I may be able to walk in and see...

Technology and social media can make an impact on our ability to talk with others

Douda: The internet’s impact on socialization

Lauren Douda, Opinion Editor November 14, 2024

In our formative years — when we first started to experience independence — whether in high school or the beginning of college, our ability to socialize was stunted by COVID-19 and the quarantine. Because...

Robert F. Kennedy will heading the Department of Health and Human Services under President Trump.

Merzlak: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is a terrible choice for public health

Thomas Merzlak, TimeOut Editor November 14, 2024

Shortly before winning reelection, President-elect Donald Trump offered onetime campaign rival Robert F. Kennedy Jr. “control of the public health agencies.” The possibility of a Kennedy led Health...

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