Many students ponder whether they should attend graduate school or pursue a job. However, has the role of college transformed to push us towards post-graduation pursuits rather than appreciate the expansion of our knowledge during our time at school?
Read moreAll College General Education Requirements Still Under Review
In November, the Skidmore News reported on the current state of the general education requirements that are currently under review. The Committee for Educational Policies and Planning (CEPP) is in the process of reviewing the requirements, and since November there have been some changes to the proposed new requirements.
Read moreThe Movement of the Moment: Alicia Garza’s Talk on Black Lives Matter
At 5 PM on Saturday, February 27, in Gannett Auditorium, Alicia Garza will be at Skidmore College discussing her pivotal role in the Black Lives Matter movement.
Read morePalace Theater Announces: Bill Maher
For more than twenty years, Bill Maher has set the boundaries of where funny, political talk can go on American television.
Read moreReel Talk: Oscar Predictions 2016
This year has been one of the most unpredictable awards seasons in recent memory. While many awards groups have been rewarding Alejandro González Iñárritu’s The Revenant this year after failing to reward him for Birdman last year, the major awards group that did recognize him last year was the Academy. So the main question boils down to: will they recognize Iñárritu’s work two years in a row? Check my predictions below to find out.
Read moreStudent Activists Petition for FX Spin-Off Show
"People our age—in this age of Netflix and chill—we just know good TV when we see it."
Read moreThe Other Side of Hollywood Sexism
Everybody knows that sexism is rampant in Hollywood—in fact, the entire industry is currently being investigated by the federal government for discrimination against women, particularly concerning female directors. But, what a lot of people don’t realize is that the sexism goes the other way, too.
Read moreThe Future of Plum Dandy Cookies & Milk is Unknown
The owner of Plum Dandy Cookies & Milk, Philip Levitas, is unable to give any definite future plans for the reopening of Cookies & Milk.
Read moreFrom Aggie to Assault: The Fall of Johnny Manziel
As soon as the Cleveland Browns selected Johnny Manziel, I knew that the team was in for a rollercoaster ride. Sure, he was talented, but he was undersized and was really only popular because of his ability to escape from defenders and make highlight reel type plays.
Read moreRecapping Everything You Missed During the MLB Offseason
To refresh everyone’s memory, here is a recap of the six biggest moves of the baseball offseason, and my take on whether or not these moves will be successful.
Read moreCountering Common Criticisms of Bernie's Candidacy
Bernie and his supporters often poorly address common concerns over his candidacy. I decided to write a hypothetical dialogue between two well-meaning, liberal college students in which Brian, a Bernie supporter, tries to convince Harry, who is leaning towards Hillary, why he should feel the Bern.
Read moreHoverboard Ban
Recently Skidmore, as of January 25, followed many other institutions and colleges in banning hoverboards from its campus. Other colleges that have banned or temporarily banned hoverboards include Wellesley College, American University, Brandies University and George Washington University.
Read moreRequirements and Scheduling Hindering the Liberal Arts Experience?
When asked what the biggest adjustment for students coming to college is, most will tell you it’s freedom. This freedom translates to the ability to concentrate their studies in a particular field they find most interesting. The nature of a liberal arts college is to encourage students to explore various topics such as the natural sciences, humanities, and arts—regardless of a student’s major—to ensure they receive a well-rounded education. Enrolling at Skidmore is like clicking “accept terms and agreements” to this goal.
Read moreSkid News and Gloria Steinem Teach You How to Meet Boys
The Skid News editorial board was unanimously in favor of the idea that young women are only political to meet men.
Read moreSkidmore Student to Set World Record for Most Work Ever
Students attend college expecting a challenge, but sophomore Kelly Litewate had no idea her challenges would go down in history forever.
Read moreThe Donkey in the Room: What Might Bernie’s Momentum Tell Us?
A window did exist this primary season for an alternative to Clinton to prevail—even if Sanders cannot occupy that space in the long-run.
2016 Could Actually Matter (If We Make It)
This year, for the first time, every one of the presidential candidates has been talking about the problem of big money in our political system, and each has said that something must be done. They know that the American people are demanding change.
Read moreNews and Notes from National Signing Day
Every year, on the first Wednesday of February, hundreds of high school football players sign letters of intent that bind them to a university to play football and further their education. Here are some of the news and notes from National Signing Day.
Read moreConfessions of a First Timer at Chowderfest
Taking on Chowderfest is not for the faint-hearted, but as a senior, I thought it was high time I tried some chowder.
Read moreThoughts on Cam Newton and Peyton Manning in the Aftermath of Super Bowl 50
Super Bowl Sunday is a double-edged sword. It’s the best sports day of the year in America, but it’s also depressing to realize we will be without football until September once it ends. Fortunately, there are some intriguing storylines to discuss in the aftermath of Super Bowl 50.
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