Opinions
Environment
The hidden dangers of microplastics
Many of the negative impacts humans have on the environment are visible to the naked eye. Trash washes up on…
complaint
Some problems we need to address
As a junior, I think I’ve gone to school at UR long enough to have complaints that deserve an airing on a public forum.
love
The perils of all-or-nothing romance
We should be honest with ourselves about what we need from our friends, so we don’t solely put the burden on our partners.
american
Ariana Grande and society’s problem with details
It’s important to remember that Asian Americans are equally American.
Long distant relationships
It takes a lot of effort to be in a long distance relationship
Long-distance relationships are extremely hard to work through and in most cases don’t work. They take a lot of effort,…
name
What’s in a name? A lot, actually
A name is more than just a word. It carries the weight of a person’s whole identity. A name can…
Ed Observers
Why UR should have a summer session
Say goodbye to winter blues, and spending months looking unsexy in your puffy winter coat.
cancellations
UR needs to take the weather seriously
UR is known for its policy of not closing during severe winter storms. How does this affect the students, staff, and faculty?
cancel culture
Why don’t we treat celebrities like everyone else?
In society, we treat celebrities like gods. They set our standards for beauty, fashion, and culture. Essentially, they are our…
Editorial Observer
Valentine’s Day has lost its meaning
Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love — in theory. In actuality, the day has firmly established itself as…