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Opinion: Modern art equally significant, impactful as previous eras

By @soheilsaneei February 25, 2018

There is no doubt media affects our cognition of what art is in the exchange of different ideas and perception. In his famous Cambridge University debate in 1965, James Baldwin articulates, “In the...

snap

Opinion: SNAP reform degrading, limits options for recipients

By Chantelle Baker February 23, 2018

Imagine yourself as a child. You’re told you have to eat the food in front of you because your parents give you no choice. Now imagine being put in the same predicament as an adult, except the government...

Opinion: Diversity in media should be recognized, not overlooked

Opinion: Diversity in media should be recognized, not overlooked

By Seth Nieman February 22, 2018

People of color often struggle to receive the type of representation they deserve in mass media and other areas of public life. White people like myself, not so much.Forty-four of our country’s 45...

Opinion: 'Fifty Shades' franchise toxic, shouldn't be romanticized

Opinion: ‘Fifty Shades’ franchise toxic, shouldn’t be romanticized

By Abigail Varnado February 22, 2018

In 2011, the book “Fifty Shades of Grey” by E. L. James was published and what was originally “Twilight” fan-fiction quickly became the next best erotic romance novel. The trilogy...

fandom

Opinion: Online fandoms toxic to fans, poorly influence media perception

By Kyle Richoux February 21, 2018

Merriam-Webster defines the word “fandom” as simply “all the fans” of a particular thing. In the broadest sense, such a weak definition suffices. However, it would be...

Opinion: Kylie Jenner glorifying teen pregnancy to fans, young girls

Opinion: Kylie Jenner glorifying teen pregnancy to fans, young girls

By Sarah Grobety February 20, 2018

Unless you live under a rock, you probably heard Kylie Jenner came out of hiding and announced the birth of her daughter, Stormi Webster, with “baby daddy” Travis Scott. Stormi was born on...

FWB

Opinion: Friends with benefits relationships overrated, complicated

By Kiana Naquin February 20, 2018

It is crazy to think we have come to a time where sex is a casual thing. Having sex on a first date is considered normal. Going out to the club and bringing home a one-night stand is common. Having sex...

Opinion: Complicity fosters rape culture, sexual misconduct in Hollywood

Opinion: Complicity fosters rape culture, sexual misconduct in Hollywood

By @soheilsaneei February 20, 2018

The #MeToo movement is a phenomenon that has transcended social justice throughout America. More than ever, men, regardless of power status, are being held accountable for sexual misconduct, harassment...

pride

Opinion: Super Bowl fans uncontrollable, expose importance of peaceful protest

By Ashlon Lusk February 19, 2018

The bigotry in America was aggressively displayed after the Eagles won the Super Bowl on Feb. 4.When the Super Bowl was over, people went to the streets to “celebrate.” Cars were flipped...

Opinion: Doritos ‘lady-friendly’ chip sexist, inconsiderate advertising

Opinion: Doritos ‘lady-friendly’ chip sexist, inconsiderate advertising

By Chantelle Baker February 18, 2018

Doritos' recent development has caused some serious uproar among consumers. In an attempt to be new and innovative, the company has decided to create a chip more fit for women. Unfortunately, it may...

LSU parking lots stay full on April 21, 2017, on campus. 

Opinion: Cars unnecessary for freshmen, harmful to first-year experience

By Sarah Grobety February 17, 2018

In September 2017, the University announced a new policy requiring students to live on campus during their first year. They cite research that indicates living on campus for the first year leads to higher...

Opinion: Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream for Black America not yet fulfilled

Opinion: Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream for Black America not yet fulfilled

By Justin Franklin February 16, 2018

April 4, 2018 will mark 50 years since the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. As the nation celebrates Black History Month, let us compare what King envisioned for our future to the reality of...