Opinions

Why motherhood?

Women have fought so hard to be seen as more than birthing machines. Despite this, society continues to pressure us into motherhood.

I’m just a girl (and it scares me)

With the fresh start of adulthood, it now feels okay to put the training wheels back on.

Notes by Nadia: Should artists be close with their fans?

When the love and respect is mutual between artists and their fans, it’s the best feeling in the world.

The impact of AI-driven EdTech on instructor autonomy in the classroom

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in educational technology (EdTech) has brought unparalleled convenience and efficiency to classrooms worldwide. However,…

Barbie goes to Hollywood – how much damage can one doll do?

I am here to say that the controversy surrounding the movie never had anything to do with the movie itself.

Thoughts on Barbie and healing the inner child

I would like to think that after watching Barbie, every woman is listening to the little girl inside her soul again.

Letter to the Editor: accusations of plagiarism against University professor

The pattern of plagiarism and misrepresentation does not suggest simply making a careless omission of a reference or two.

Respecting the earth we live on

We often forget to stop and take stock of what we are lucky to have here — both in terms of campus resources and the nature that surrounds us.

Acta, non verba

You bring the University value and add the dollar signs to the piece of paper they sell to thousands of families every year. Without you, this school is worthless. 

The lost opportunities for military dependents at UR

I am a military dependent: a child of an active duty or retired military member. If that’s not identity, then I don’t know what is.