While the theory of student self-governance is radical, turnout in elections points to an unfortunate lack of student involvement.
If Madison House cannot handle the demand of student volunteers, then the University should pick up the slack.
Pitting the ideas of two presidential candidates against each other helps sharpen both, allowing the visions of the candidates — and priorities of the student body — to be expressed effectively.
Permitting DACA recipients to be police officers would result in increased diversity in police departments, allowing agencies to better reflect the communities they serve.
Acknowledging failure is not easy, especially in college. In fact, many people view failure as a threat to their self-worth.
By permitting a return to antiquated, inflexible attendance policies, the University is jeopardizing student health and wellness.
In continually promoting marriage-mindedness, the University and student organizations actually undermine the educational mission of this institution.
In reality, rules are contextual, and enforcement is selective.
The University's reliance on online classes as an equally effective alternative to in-person classes ignores the sheer disparity in learning experience between the two.
Retirement, as you can tell, has been treating me well. When people ask me now if I miss it, I laugh and tell them some things I definitely don't miss. But I don't always get to tell them about the things I really do miss.
My time at the University was shaped by the people who showed me grace and kindness and by those who had confidence in me, even when I struggled to have it in myself.
My time here taught me to look for the genuine, human connection in every moment.
Individuals and communities can use sports to inspire, to hold space, to heal, to break molds, to change narratives, to honor faith or to come home.
I surrounded myself with people who were so enthusiastic about the University and its potential, that after a while, it was impossible not to feel their passion and their convictions rub off on me.
Advocate for yourself unabashedly, even and especially when you feel like you don’t belong.
In retirement, I am also trying not to be hard on myself — I don’t have to hold onto all the mistakes that I made as an editor.
I have seen what student journalism can do — it can highlight the marginalized, influence the majority and spark conversations.
Four years at the University have taught me what it means to make an impact despite setbacks.
Ultimately, though, I now know that success in a role is possible if deep-seated passion is the main source of motivation.
If you ever find yourself stuck in the Doldrums, know that you are not alone. Look to your surroundings for escape. You will know the way out.
