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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...

Taylor Swift is one of the most influential figures in the music industry today, and recently, she has also showcased her impact on younger generations' civil participation.

Dolina: Taylor Swift’s effect on the 2024 election

Alyssa Dolina, Contributor October 2, 2024

Waiting in anticipation, voters all across the United States have been wondering who America’s biggest names are voting for, or if these celebrities would take a stance at all. Some citizens have...

In this climate, the political opinions of college students are more important than ever.

Peck: It’s time for Congressional term limits

Natalie Peck, Columnist September 19, 2024

In such a turbulent time in American history, there are so many places of middle ground that seem to be forgotten. It is incredibly important to take a step back and remember that there are places that...

A teal and purple bow symbolizes the commitment to suicide prevention and mental health support this September. Together, we can make a difference.

Bulman: Shattering the silence

Emma Bulman, Art Editor September 19, 2024

As September arrives, marking Suicide Prevention Month, it’s time for us to confront an issue that often stays in the background: mental health struggles and suicide. Even though awareness is growing,...

Donald Trump pictured on the front page of the New York Times.

Dubberly: Donald Trump is un-American

Mercedes Dubberly, Associate Editor September 5, 2024

There are many things one could say about Donald Trump, and a lot of negative things at that. But I am uninterested in those arguments; my issue is with why Donald Trump is problematic for the country...

It is important to let your youth be an excuse to get involved with important causes, not an excuse to avoid them.

Tutterrow: Let your youth be a spark, not a barrier

Kylie Tutterrow, Opinion Editor August 21, 2024

It can be easy for your youth to be an excuse to avoid scary topics and ideas, but civics affects all ages, so caring about what is happening around you is important. With the stress of class, extracurriculars,...

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