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Opinion

Abortion case 

Opinion: The Louisiana abortion law creates unfair obstacles for women, dangerous and obstructive

By Cécile Girard March 10, 2020

On March 4, 2020, barely a week ago, the United States Supreme Court heard a case to determine the constitutionality of a 2014 Louisiana law that bans doctors from performing abortions if they do not have...

LSU students study on Tuesday Feb. 11, 2020 in Patrick F. Taylor Hall.

Opinion: LSU needs to teach students how to deal with adversity, not just PC culture

By Brett Landry March 10, 2020

Like many higher-education institutions across the U.S., LSU strives for a culture of acceptance on its campus. With such a goal in mind, the University often requires electives for many students that...

459 worker

Opinion: The difference in quality between The 5 and 459 Commons is extremely noticeable, unfair

By Evan Leonhard March 9, 2020

Everyone has thought it. We all know it’s true. It is time to come to terms with the unfortunate reality that the 459 Commons is significantly better than The 5. Ask any student who has ever been...

Tigerland cartoon 

Opinion: Tigerland is terrible, college students should experience real bars and better nightlife

By Brett Landry March 9, 2020

In an effort to relate my opinions to the University student body and not exclusively speak about conservative politics, an important issue must be brought to light: Tigerland makes absolutely no sense. For...

Coffee cartoon 

Opinion: Caffeine is harmful to student health, we need to cut down on the energy drinks, espresso

By Gabrielle Martinez March 8, 2020

While some people are addicted to drugs and alcohol, an overwhelming amount of students find themselves addicted to something a lot more obtainable: caffeine. With midterms looming, students are placing...

A sign hangs outside the Student Health Center warning students who have flu-like symptoms, recently traveled to China or come into contact with someone diagnosed with coronavirus to notify the front desk.

Opinion: LSU was right to cancel study abroad programs, but coronavirus panic is overblown

By Evan Leonhard March 7, 2020

The world is in a fever-fueled frenzy as COVID-19, better known as coronavirus, sweeps across the globe, eluding effective treatment. Institutions and organizations are bracing for the worst as a plethora...

Danger zone cartoon 

Opinion: LSU needs to help students, especially female students, feel safe on campus at night

By Grace Pulliam March 7, 2020

The closing shifts I often work at my on-campus job run well into the night. Since all of the parking lots closer to the building I work in are either paid or reserved for tags I do not have, these occasions...

One of LSU's famous Indian Mounds is bathed in sunlight Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2013 while clouds float overhead.

Opinion: Daylight saving time should be permanent, we shouldn’t have to change our clocks twice a year

By Elizabeth Crochet March 6, 2020

For those out there who are not ready to "spring forward" this Sunday, I am right there with you. The wonderful daylight saving time, that fantastic day where you lose an hour of sleep, is right around...

LSU Student Government Presidental canidates and their Vice Presidental canidates debate on Tuesday, Mar. 3, 2020 during the Student Government debate.

Opinion: SG campaigning week is full of empty promises, students deserve real change

By Cory Koch March 5, 2020

The usual sounds of screaming preachers and Greek philanthropies asking for money have been replaced. Free Speech Plaza has become a battleground for Student Government (SG) campaigns vying for the attention...

A rack of clothing sits outside local thrift shop Here Today Gone Tomorrow. 

Opinion: Thrifting is a great way to lessen your carbon footprint, create inexpensive ensembles

By Erin Stephens March 5, 2020

Tailgating season is a time for Tiger pride, fun and alcohol. It’s a highlight for many students, but one of its most underrated purposes is as a fashion show. Everyone dresses up in their cutest...

Death by class cartoon 

Opinion: LSU needs to amend attendance policies in light of coronavirus fears, mumps outbreak

By Marie Plunkett March 4, 2020

At 8:32 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 29, the University sent out a “Coronavirus Update” email to all faculty, staff and students. The email assured its recipients that the University was in contact...

Students study on the third floor in Middleton Library on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019.

Opinion: Middleton Library is charming, should be renovated instead of torn down

By Cécile Girard March 4, 2020

At the center of the financial tug-of-war between athletics and academics is one looming figure: Troy H. Middleton Library. As the football facilities are continually remodeled with their bottomless pool...