What else is left? On numerous divisive issues, voters are either clearly aligned on one side (pro-life, pro-gun, pro-religious freedom), or have had the issues decided for them by the Supreme Court and Executive Order (Obamacare, marriage equality, immigration). These social and economic issues have been the points on which […]
Opinion
Its Been An Honor
With the university in debt and with enrollment rates quivering, St. Thomas has to evaluate the programs and resources that attract students to the university now more than ever. Of the many enticing aspects of St. Thomas, what really sealed the deal for me was the Honors Program. As my […]
Despite Progress, Crooker Meals Still Below Par
As many UST residents will tell you, the Crooker cafeteria has much room to grow. Compared to UH’s or Rice University’s large variety of options, UST’s cafeteria is very lacking. Sure, Crooker does its job. We can’t complain for the service of the cafeteria employees or for the things that […]
In the Pursuit of Happiness
Have you ever done something that you knew was wrong or unreasonable, but you did it anyway? Maybe you pulled an all nighter right before an exam or passed on a bit of gossip about a friend. The majority of us know that actions like these are unreasonable and often […]
How to Turbocharge Your LinkedIn Account
From what I’ve seen, many college students don’t use LinkedIn. The few that do have LinkedIn often have few connections and an incomplete file. I get it: you don’t really have a real industry job yet and there are more interesting things going on Facebook. I thought the same thing […]
Time to Face the Truth about Trump
It was fun for a while but the joke's over. Obviously, we cannot forbid people to run for president. There are constitutional restrictions as to who can run, while parties have their own guidelines regarding how a candidate is to win their nomination. There are no established rules that if […]
Sometimes a Cup is Just a Cup
It’s 60 degrees outside, the department store sales are in full swing and that gingerbread spice latte is back in stock. It can only mean one thing. The holidays are here. Those festive red Starbucks cups are instantly recognizable but have been the object of some controversy lately. Since when […]
Making the Most Out of Your Meal Plan
The semester is almost over and many of us are just now realizing that there are still $400 in our Crooker meal plan left. For some, it may be even more. Guinan Hall Residents of the University of St. Thomas had to, prior to the start of the semester, select […]
A Tale of Two Parties
The Grand Old Party is in disarray. There is tremendous competition for the party nomination. Currently, 14 people are fighting for one spot on the ticket. This has led to confusion, infighting, and a lack of leadership. The media's focus on the circus the Republican presidential nomination race has turned […]
The Impractically Determined Right Winger
In the wake of the current frenzy following Planned Parenthood, I can’t help but reflect and really ask myself, “what’s exactly trying to be taken down and why?” For the most part, Planned Parenthood is a health care provider, a means to female and male sexual health education and an […]