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Point of View: Your Guide to Taking Advantage of Student Resources

What services do you have access to as a University of Utah student? Well, you're probably not using them. Join host Estella Weeks and her Student Success Coach Stephanie Santarosa as they talk about why you need to take full advantage of university resources and how to do so.

By Estella Weeks, Point of View Host | August 27, 2024

Transcript: Intro: [music] Welcome back to The Daily Utah Chronicle’s opinion podcast. I’m your host, Estella Weeks, and you’re listening to Point of View. Estella Weeks: I'm here with my...

Jang: The UAC Lacks Mental Health Support

Utah Asia Campus students deserve better mental health resources, just like students on the Salt Lake campus.

By Eseudel Jang, Opinion Writer | August 20, 2024

Mental illness in South Korea consistently reaches alarming levels. The latest Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development statistic states South Korea experiences the world's highest...

Hufford: Elevating STEM Through the Arts

Whether or not students plan on participating in an arts major, embracing diverse coursework is vital.

By Olivia Hufford, Opinion Writer | August 17, 2024

Though commonly known for its business and science majors, the University of Utah features a robust and diverse collection of arts programs. The arts, dance, film, music and theatre departments...

Langley: The U Enforces Liberalism

The U isn’t a haven for the marginalized, as it may seem from the outside. And as long as our administration shies away from siding against hate, it won’t.

By Jeffrey Langley Jr., Opinion Editor | August 13, 2024

In recent decades, the U.S. has become a politically polarized nation. While most people have similar beliefs regardless of party, contention on a handful of hot-button issues has created an...

Jang: Explore More Local Arts

Pay attention to how the arts develop Utah and how Utah develops through art.

By Eseudel Jang, Opinion Writer | August 12, 2024

While Utah is well-known for its outdoor activities, not everyone recognizes the vibrant arts scene that enhances the state’s appeal. The arts play significant roles economically, culturally...

Timpa: Trump Has Destroyed the Republican Party

If Trump fails to secure re-election, the future of the Republican Party is on shaky ground.

By Matthew Timpa, Opinion Writer | August 12, 2024

Donald Trump has never been popular among Democrat voters. This shouldn’t come as a surprise. However, the growing rift between lifelong conservatives and the former president is a surprise. This...

Griffee: Armed Queers Protect Radical Leftism

Local leftist organizations such as Armed Queers are imperative for political change. The work that Armed Queers does is just as important as it is radical.

By Elizabeth Griffee, Assistant Opinion Editor | August 11, 2024

Armed Queers is a leftist organization founded in 2020. Its creation was due to concern over a lack of anti-fascist organizing in Salt Lake and beyond. This LGBTQ+ organization has been devoted...

Hall: The Fight For Our Fundamental Rights

We cannot afford complacency in the face of a dire threat such as Project 2025. We must mobilize now to safeguard the future of America.

By Lexi Hall, Multimedia Director | August 4, 2024

Project 2025, a manifesto crafted under the guise of preparing for a future Republican presidency, has gained a lot of traction during recent election discourse. It proposes sweeping changes that...

Nshangalume: A Win for Utah Voters

The Utah Supreme Court's ruling against gerrymandering shows that not all hope is lost for democracy.

By Iragi Nshangalume, Opinion Writer | July 31, 2024

Gerrymandering, the epitome of electoral corruption, has been ruled illegal in the state of Utah by the Utah Supreme Court. In a unanimous decision, the Court reminded the Utah Legislature of...

Jang: Who Defines Literary Value?

H.B. 29 makes it easier to ban books in Utah. Here's how this new law will limit students’ opportunities to understand different sides and perspectives of our reality.

By Eseudel Jang, Opinion Writer | July 17, 2024

H.B. 29, a recent bill signed by Gov. Cox, now allows for an easier book-banning process starting July 1. The government can remove a book from all schools in the state if at least three school...