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KNAYSI: Silence no longer

This was the first ever mention of sexual violence in a University president’s Convocation Welcome address, and such a break from tradition underscores recent attention to the issue.


Opinion

KNAYSI: Silence no longer

This was the first ever mention of sexual violence in a University president’s Convocation Welcome address, and such a break from tradition underscores recent attention to the issue.


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The affirmative effect

Education at all levels about sex and consent will hopefully break down that barrier and make it easier for people to practice affirmative consent.


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BROOM: Welcome back

My role in the paper’s structure is similar to the paper’s role in the University community — an independent voice to take stock of what’s going on, look at what may be missing and highlight what can be improved upon.


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The wrong kind of mandate

But some survivors simply are not ready to report. To juggle an emotional recovery along with a formal complaint and/or investigation can be too much to handle.


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Embracing a second chance

Taking responsibility should be a minimum requirement to be given a second chance, and if the majority of students accept that principle for Honor, perhaps it makes sense that it apply to fraternities as well.


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RUSSO: Word crimes

The primary issue with the phrase “politically correct” is that it implies that we refrain from using certain language just to keep ourselves within the confines of our societal standards.


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BROWN: Less is more

But before you pay dues, commit to a leadership role or promise to work on behalf of that organization, ensure you have the time and willingness to do so.


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CONNOLLY: A to-do list

This university is a haven, in many ways, from the turmoil that plagues the outside world, but that is not to say that the institutions that govern student life at this University are perfect, or even close to it.


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Polishing policies

The inventors have said their product “empower[s] women to protect themselves,” and though a woman may feel empowered by averting an attack, we still need to ask why she needs to avert one in the first place.


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Coverage controversies

With the implementation of the Affordable Care Act and the simultaneous resistance against it, women’s reproductive rights have clashed with claims of the right to religious freedom.


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The more you know

Though Visitors are not elected officials, they still owe a duty to the public — to be open and honest about the issues the Board discusses.


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WHISNANT: A long time coming

Rather than being an isolated incident of poor policing or just a side-effect of giving cops ever more dangerous weapons, Michael Brown’s shooting can be traced to systemic changes in American life beginning half a century ago.


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SPINKS: Better representation

Having a more diverse faculty can “spread the wealth” in terms of academic opportunities. Currently, the majority of tenured professors at institutions of higher education are white males.

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Latest Podcast

The University’s Orientation and Transition programs are vital to supporting first year and transfer students throughout their entire transition to college. But much of their work goes into planning summer orientation sessions. Funlola Fagbohun, associate director of the first year experience, describes her experience working with OTP and how she strives to create a welcoming environment for first-years during orientation and beyond. Along with her role as associate director, summer Orientation leaders and OTP staff work continually to provide a safe and memorable experience for incoming students.