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Swanson: No, Not Liking Black Panther doesn’t Make You a Racist

Swanson: No, Not Liking Black Panther doesn’t Make You a Racist

By Gavin Swanson, Opinion Writer February 21, 2018

It kind of makes me upset that this is an attitude that has been accepted and embraced. Marvel’s "Black Panther" has been far and away one of the most hyped up releases of 2018. With the announcement...

Braden: One Utah Employer Reluctant to Pay Up

Braden: One Utah Employer Reluctant to Pay Up

By Paul Braden February 20, 2018

Living in Salt Lake City definitely has its fair share of perks. Located just above the smog line exists some of the best skiable acreage on planet earth. There's also a growing tech industry, an increasingly...

College Students Under Pressure

College Students Under Pressure

By Alina Hansen February 20, 2018

As a college student, I constantly find myself stressing out. Not only do I have to work to support myself while going to school, but I have to constantly be aware of how much time I have. I always find...

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Parkin: What College Graduates Wish They Had Known

By Natalie Parkin February 19, 2018

“College is the best time of your life. When else are your parents going to spend several thousand dollars a year just for you to go to a strange town and get drunk every night?” This quote by David...

Coleman: Addressing "Reverse Racism"

Coleman: Addressing “Reverse Racism”

By Nicholas Coleman February 19, 2018

“It is not possible to be racist against a white person in the United States,” read an article recently published by my colleague, Shaelyn Barber. Strap in, folks, it is time to address the myth of...

The University of Utah senior wide receiver Darren Carrington II (9) in an NCAA football game vs. The North Dakota Hawks in Rice Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, UT on Wednesday,Aug.30, 2017

(Photo by Jose Remes | Daily Utah Chronicle)

Braden: Coming to Terms With The “Athletic Fee”

By Paul Braden February 19, 2018

For Americans, it’s difficult to imagine a college experience without a hefty price tag. Other than the fortunate few who secure full-ride scholarships, the majority of students know the debt awaiting...

Barber: Celebrating Chocolate Mint Day, Not President's Day

Barber: Celebrating Chocolate Mint Day, Not President’s Day

By Shaelyn Barber February 19, 2018

Mint and chocolate — the perfect harmony. The two flavors melt together in unison, generating delight and pleasure with each taste. The sweet, rich flavor of the chocolate and the sharp, refreshing mint...

Parkin: The Best and Worst Study Locations on U's Campus

Parkin: The Best and Worst Study Locations on U’s Campus

By Natalie Parkin February 18, 2018

Getting sufficient studying done as college students is crucial for our grades and futures, but finding the perfect place to study on campus can be hard. Distractions are everywhere. Friends, noise, warm...

Patience: U's Security Escort Service Needs Improvement

Patience: U’s Security Escort Service Needs Improvement

By Alisa Patience February 18, 2018

The University of Utah is good about campus safety, and it has increased its efforts since Halloween, 2016, when someone reported a rape in broad daylight at gunpoint on campus. The campus is well-lit,...

Protesters gather outside of a Ben Shapiro speech at the University of Utah on September 27, 2017. Chronicle archives.

Barber: It’s Not About Free Speech, It’s About Respect

By Shaelyn Barber February 18, 2018

Political correctness is not about free speech, it is about respect. Tensions have been rising between those who argue for political correctness and those who decry it in the name of free speech. Arguments,...