We, the editorial board made up of section editors and copy editors, seek to use our voice to provide insight and opinion on important topics. Whether or not the articles result in agreement or disagreement with our opinion, our primary hope is that our writing will encourage students to think critically about issues and formulate opinions.
Read moreStudents, Not Administrators, Hold the Key To Inclusion
What this board sees is a shortfall in the way students are trying to improve the way we embrace diversity on this campus. Race issues didn't appear overnight and they won't disappear overnight.
Read moreSlacktivism is Not Activism
As opposed to slacktivist actions on social media, in-person protests can be effective, if done well.
Read moreEditorial: Classroom Conversations Cripple Dissent
Since we are a primarily liberal, democratic school, progressive professors often express their personal ideals and political thoughts in a way that suggests they believe all students in the classroom will inevitably share their views on issues like race and politics. Subsequently, our community tends to only embrace one way of thinking.
Read moreA Unified Campus; Healing Alongside Our Peers
But in times of unthinkable tragedy like this, it is that sense of solidarity and community at Skidmore that can be so valuable. We are capable of coming together, sitting to talk for a few minutes, and feeling this pain together.
Read moreEditorial: Encouraging Political Thought
The best reason we could conclude for Sanders’ popularity was his angry, quotable nature. He makes a great meme. An old socialist yelling about capitalism makes for internet-ready show that reflects the anger millennials feel over a post-recession economy plagued by inequality.
Read moreEditorial: Reducing Fear and Feelings of Vulnerability on Campus
Sure, the knowledge that there will be more officers present might dissuade one student from trying to assault another, but since incidents of this nature typically happen behind closed doors, it’s unlikely that the increased presence of officers will make a difference.
Read moreEditorial: Reducing Wait Times at the Counseling Center
Last year, we saw 174 students in the first four weeks of the semester and this year, we’ve had 197 [students] seek services.” This increase of students seeking counseling has pushed the wait time for an appointment to six business days.
Read moreNo Trigger Warnings Here
As students, we have made the decision to attend an institution that challenges our thoughts and ideas. If we continue to stifle the liberation of these thoughts, then we only inhibit our learning ability.
Read moreOn Hannibal Buress, Sensitivity, and The Big Show
The Big Show’s legacy is one of music, so when Skidmore’s Student Entertainment Committee announced that this year’s act would be comedian, Hannibal Buress, many of us were surprised, some students upset, and others thrilled.
Read moreWe Need More Space!
Skidmore is getting more cramped for space. The number of first-years housed in triples this year is 100%...
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