It is no secret that America today is politically polarized after a divisive presidential election and many instances of party-line voting in congress. In such an environment, it may seem natural for some...
We’ve all seen the health studies about our favorite food or beverage being linked to an increased risk of cancer. Perhaps we’ve even seen a later study that seemed to contradict it, proving it to...
One of the more frustrating aspects of a college education is how separated the subjects are. Divided into their own departments, teachers and class catalogs, each major is treated as a unique thing....
In the way we talk about the Internet it is apparent we recognize how it can draw us in. We say we “surf” the web, talking as if we were caught up in a wave that we can't get out of. Given the studies...
Black History Month Enriches America
Sean Williams
Any discussion of Black History Month is supplemented by the discussion of why we have holidays in the first place. In setting aside time to honor...
Since the end of the space race, exploration of the solar system has had trouble establishing itself as a national priority. Many are rightfully skeptical about space investment, preferring that we focus...
In government, we rarely notice what’s going well. While corruption and inefficiency take the center stage in political discussions, tangible benefits of government programs are often harder to see....
When it comes to the future of education, it is vital to look past slogans. Though the promise of additional “school choice” certainly sounds tempting, the devil is in the details. Some school reformers...
As our country has a powerful appreciation for separation of powers, we rightly fear executive action. On the other hand, we know that the president oversees a multitude of executive agencies and has...
Throughout the course of a college education, you are exposed to a huge variety of perspectives, many of which can inspire you to change the world. It should be no surprise then, that many students are...
