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Opinion: Latest FBI scandal reveals NCAA running out of time to clean up its act

Opinion: Latest FBI scandal reveals NCAA running out of time to clean up its act

By Chris Caldarera October 4, 2017

Imagine the scene of a poorly-lit restaurant at the end of a long weekday. It could be any day of the week, but let’s imagine it’s a Tuesday because no one really cares about Tuesday. The local...

masculinity

Opinion: Hypermasculinity toxic to men, society as a whole

By Miles Jordan October 4, 2017

The United States is in a period of its history that is riddled with political unrest from both sides of the spectrum, becoming more and more polarized. People are having conversations about everything:...

Mike the Tiger shields his eyes from the score during the Tigers' 24-21 loss against Troy in Tiger Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017.

Opinion: University students shouldn’t feel pressured to prioritize football games

By Jordan Miller October 3, 2017

LSU football is entertainment for the city, a weekly unifier for the student body and a good ‘ole southern source of pride. When you decide to attend the University, it’s more or less expected...

Opinion: Gym facilities a communal place for self-improvement

Opinion: Gym facilities a communal place for self-improvement

By Ethan Gilberti October 3, 2017

The gym can be a communal space for everyone and anyone who wants to either live a healthier life or simply have fun. Unfortunately, there are social barriers preventing many from enjoying themselves. Without...

Opinion: Toys R Us bankruptcy marks the end of an era

Opinion: Toys R Us bankruptcy marks the end of an era

By Breanna Smith October 2, 2017

The aisles were like a maze. Each one I went through I picked up another toy, begging my mom to put it in the basket. Aisles of puzzles, gadgets, Lego sets and coloring books seemingly went on for eternity.The...

Opinion: University professors should not regulate laptop usage in class

Opinion: University professors should not regulate laptop usage in class

By Casey Pimentel October 2, 2017

The debate of technology use in the classroom has been brewing for years as students have quickly become more dependent on laptops and smartphones. Many professors all over the country have placed bans...

Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome speaks about racial issues in the Baton Rouge community on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 in the Holliday Forum.

Opinion: Louisiana’s disapproval in state taxes unparalleled to its needs

By Kate Roy September 30, 2017

Before it ever saw the Nov. 18 public ballot, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome's “Better Roads and Transportation” tax was shut down on a 5-5 Metro Council vote, needing two more votes...

Opinion: Board games promote mental growth

Opinion: Board games promote mental growth

By Ethan Gilberti September 29, 2017

With the rise of television and electronic gaming, tabletop board games have taken a back seat for the past decade. However, with advent of a French study devised by Jean François Dartigues in 2013,...

Opinion: Hollywood needs more original content

Opinion: Hollywood needs more original content

By Anna Coleman September 29, 2017

From “Spider-Man: Homecoming” and “Beauty and the Beast” at the box office this summer to “Fuller House” and “Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life” streaming...

Black Lives Matter

Opinion: Racism means systematic, institutional discrimination

By Clarke Perkins September 28, 2017

There isn’t a limit on the amount of times a person can identify racism, and truthfully, society doesn’t recognize it enough. Any person who believes the apparent overuse and misuse of the...

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Opinion: Hazing shows unhealthy power dynamics in Greek life

By Jacob Maranto September 28, 2017

Every year something tragic happens centered around a hazing activity, especially on college campuses. When these things happen, we are reminded that hazing is sick and foolish tradition, which has never...

Opinion: Excessive homework negatively affects elementary students

Opinion: Excessive homework negatively affects elementary students

By Hannah Kleinpeter September 27, 2017

A 2015 study by the University of Oviedo found larger amounts of homework are linked to lower test scores among students. Research also shows little to no correlation between homework and elevated...