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Journalists, publishers and the public have been celebrating National Newspaper Week since 1940.

From the Editor’s Desk: Happy National Newspaper Week

Blake Mauro, Editor-in-Chief October 5, 2023

This year marks the 83rd anniversary of National Newspaper Week! Since 1940, newspaper organizations across the U.S. and Canada have dedicated a whole week to recognizing their local, state and national...

Writing an essay about something that you're not passionate about is a daunting task that students face.

Tiger’s Two Cents: ‘How do I write a paper about something I’m not passionate about?’

September 21, 2023

Unfortunately, this is something all college students seem to struggle with. There is no guarantee that every paper you write or class you take will interest you or be something that you are passionate...

Finding out what kind of learner you are early on can set you up for academic success.

Tutterrow: Find out what kind of learner you are now

Kylie Tutterrow, Opinion Editor September 21, 2023

Going to college is a huge transition for many people. Learning in college-level classes isn’t always as easy as it was in high school. Many students tend to find high school coursework easy enough to...

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Speak Up!: How do you feel about Clemson’s mental health resources?

Madison Akers, Asst. Opinion Editor September 21, 2023

“Speak Up!” is a weekly collection of student opinions on relevant topics around campus. The Tiger interviews randomly selected students to hear their thoughts on the question at hand. This week,...

Each time a professor cancels class, a student can lose more than $175.

From the Editor’s Desk: The true value of cancelling class

Blake Mauro, Editor-in-Chief September 21, 2023

We’ve all been there. It’s a jam-packed week. You are taking 18 credit hours, have three exams and are expected to be at multiple club meetings. Sometimes, sitting in class isn't the most beneficial...

If you come across a friend, or even a stranger who is trying to drink and drive, don’t let them.

Akers: Enabling drinking and driving is just as bad as doing it yourself

Madison Akers, Asst. Opinion Editor September 21, 2023

College is a transformative period in a lot of our lives, and let’s be honest, there’s a lot more to those four years than just studying and academics. It’s a time to find out who you are, to create...

Clemson will hold its 67th Tigerama pep rally on Oct. 6. This year’s theme is “Beyond the Paw.”

Tutterrow: Tigerama is evolving, and it’s for the better

Kylie Tutterrow, Opinion Editor September 21, 2023

This year, Clemson University is holding its 67th annual Tigerama in Memorial Stadium. This time, it was revealed that the event will be headlined by Waka Flocka Flame. The announcement is facing some...

Movies, like 22 Jump Street, portray college in an unrealistic manner, leading to harmful stereotypes.

Tutterrow: The media’s unrealistic portrayal of the college experience is harming us

Kylie Tutterrow, Outlook Editor September 7, 2023

For years, various media platforms have been producing content to cater to a broader range of audiences. The media creates content that consistently gains traction by revolving around college life, either...

Clemson University and CUPD have implemented several recent changes to help ensure campus safety in case of an active threat.

Speak Up!: ‘How do you feel about campus safety here at Clemson University?’

Madison Akers, Assistant Opinion Editor September 7, 2023

Speak Up is a collection of student opinions on relevant topics around campus. The Tiger interviews randomly selected students to hear their thoughts on the question at hand. This week, The Tiger asked:...

Unpaid internships are also exploitative and a way for companies to continue to take advantage of college students

Akers: Exploitation disguised as experience

Madison Akers, Asst. Outlook Editor September 7, 2023

It happens too often. You’re scrolling through LinkedIn or Indeed and making your way through all of the current job listings. It starts to feel hopeless when suddenly – there it is. The perfect job...

Student journalism is an irreplaceable resource to local communities.

Robertson: Support student journalism before it’s too late

Justin Robertson, Associate Editor September 7, 2023

I’ve heard it all over my three years of being on The Tiger. I’ve been told that nobody reads our newspapers. I’ve been told people who write are losers. And I’ve been told that my career path...

Nikki Haley admires the crowd during her campaign announcement on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023, at the Charleston Visitor Center.

Your SC reps in the 2024 race for the White House

Blake Mauro, Editor-in-Chief August 23, 2023

Two South Carolina representatives will compete for it all over the course of the following year.  Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley and sitting South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott have both launched...

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