Writer: Jonah Weintraub
A 'culture war' threatens legitimate political participation
Conservatives have always been sidetracked by the “liberal media,” but now we’re in the midst of a mutual rubbernecking that has us more focused on winning the “culture war” than we are with discussing real political topics. Read More »
After 50 years, hip-hop is still denied a seat at the table
Reinforcing anti-hip-hop notions, whether malicious in intent or not, discounts the ingenuity and storytelling of so many unbelievably talented artists. Read More »
Artists owe their fans sincerity, respect
Trying to strike a balance between maintaining fame and practicing self-care shouldn’t be at the expense of those who put you in the position of influence. The hard truth is that stringing along one’s supporters, like Ocean did this past weekend, creates a toxic relationship and a cycle of building fans up and then letting them down. Read More »
With perpetual bad news, why shouldn’t I be pessimistic?
Abandoning all belief in America gets us absolutely nowhere, but on the other end of the spectrum, seeing bad news and wishing for betterment is equally futile. Read More »
LinkedIn's emphasis on individual success doesn't connect people, it sets them apart
Being a university student is already challenging enough, and getting caught up in the idealistic world of LinkedIn only works against you. Instead, shift that focus towards improving on yourself and celebrating your own progress. Read More »
America’s obsession with serial killers, true crime is alarming
The entertainment industry is a heartless game of supply and demand and our fascination with serial killers has made murderous content a hot commodity. Read More »
The New York governor election is a wake up call for Democrats
Moderate liberalism is losing its steam nationwide, even in the often blue empire state, and it’s time for Democrats in New York and across America to get their head out of the sand. Read More »
SU needs to break the pattern they've set in reacting to incidents of hate
There is a continuous trend of SU only handling these problems when they stare administration in the face. It took the longest protest in campus history, one that literally shook the core of the school, for SU to take extensive action towards reshaping its culture. Read More »
Break-ins and burglaries should not be the norm. DPS needs to be more proactive.
Intercepting burglaries is a difficult task, but it shouldn’t be on the student body. Read More »
Enjoy the warm weather before it's too late
Once the fall comes around, we’ll be wishing for the heat to return. I recommend embracing the opportunities that warm weather provides before campus returns to its usual frigid state. Read More »
The new Veo scooters pose potential risks
Beyond any accident involving a larger vehicle, someone who has consumed alcohol on an electric scooter could be prone to minor accidents that still run the risk of injury. Read More »
Returning to the 'BLUE' level shows we were never ready for the 'YELLOW' level
SU let its ambition get the best of it by declaring level “YELLOW” when it did, as it put the ball in the students’ court despite encouraging-but-unproven COVID-19 patterns. Read More »
To end the semester strong, put yourself first
Keeping the bigger picture in mind is a difficult task, but conserving energy and enjoying each other’s company throughout the course of these upcoming weeks will minimize the burnout. Read More »
Bandersnatch is one University Union’s most underrated events
It feels as if Bandersnatch is treated like a lower-tier event compared to other UU events. But it’s not like the headliners are some sort of underground artists who only attract a niche fanbase. Read More »
Going home to rest for spring break is healthier than partying all week
You should feel no humiliation in giving your body the week to decompress. Read More »
An overabundance of chain-restaurants on Marshall Street harms SU's unique culture
With Marshall Street having been commodified with an influx of non-local restaurants, it now has very little that makes it feel like SU’s own. Read More »
Greek Life at SU is not as widespread as social media makes it seem
Looking at social media alone, one could easily assume that fraternities and sororities are one of the only ways to be involved at SU outside of the classroom. Read More »