Opinion

Opinion

We need women in STEM

“Too emotional for science.” Phrases like this have continuously hindered women trying to break the glass ceiling in STEM. Why are these barriers...

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Cultural appropriation rising

According to Google Trends, words such as “astrology chart” and “rising sign” have peaked in early 2021, and many professional astrologers report that...

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Waste not, want not

While some have argued that the recent popularity of thrifting is problematic, thrifting – when done responsibly – is a more sustainable, affordable...

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Letter to the Editor: The Mercury should do better

The Mercury has begun descending into a den of right-wing misinformation. As former editors-in-chief, it is heartbreaking to watch the paper that we...

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Sensitive topics need a second take

Film production companies bank on compelling and entertaining storylines for high ratings that often don’t portray reality. Unfortunately, these bingeable plots are often...

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Scrutiny of leaders is key

The Jan. 6 Capitol Hill riot and its aftermath are a reminder that we must be critical of our political leaders – especially...

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Editing with (more) care

Op-eds can be dicey, to say the least. Remember last summer when The New York Times published an incendiary editorial by Arkansas Senator...

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It’s time to stop crunch time

As students enter the game industry, it is important that they recognize their responsibility in advocating for more sustainable industry labor practices. Every...

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Possible side effects include: misinformation

“Common side effects can include dizziness, fatigue, nausea, problems with memory and even death.” Statements like this are often attached to promotional ads...

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Stability through civility

The Democratic Party, not just former President Donald Trump, bears much of the responsibility for the Capitol riot. Many politicians and the mainstream...

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