Guest Opinion: Why “The Talk: A War on Silence” matters
By Langston Brannon-Pugh We aren’t really talking if no one is saying anything, even if it’s misunderstood or completely wrong. Mistakes are what groom our […]
Opinions
Opinion: How will Facebook’s anonymous app be any different from Yik Yak?
Facebook now features a mobile app that allows users to access the site without having to identify who they are. The app, called Rooms, was […]
Why the Tigers can still win the ALDS
The month of October holds a special place in my heart. It’s not because of Halloween, changing leaves, or even pumpkin spice-infused everything. October means […]
Let’s talk about “The Fappening”
On Sunday, the Internet exploded when every 12-year-old boys’ dreams came true. On Sunday, a poster on the internet message board 4chan leaked naked pictures […]
Opinion: Why I love “Shake it Off”
On Monday, Aug. 18, Taylor Swift released her newest single, “Shake it Off,” the first single from her upcoming pop album. Yes, pop album. And, […]
President Ditzler’s reflections on the last day of summer
A guest column by Albion College President Mauri Ditzler In many ways, this afternoon is like so many others since I arrived on campus in […]
Editor’s welcome
It’s the first day of class, Brits. 400 or so first-years are sitting through their first college classes with you right now, loaded with anticipation, […]
Opinion: The 65-year legacy of Orwell’s 1984
Quick! Get away from your TVs and computers! The government is watching you… That’s a warning that would be relevant, if George Orwell had accurately […]
Opinion: Playoffs more entertaining than NCAA
With the 2014 NBA playoffs having recently started, the discussion of whether the NCAA tournament or playoffs is the better entertainment has risen again. There […]
Opinion: Errors & cover-ups fail rape victims
Recently, the Tallahassee police force and Florida State University came under fire for not investigating a sexual assault case in due time. The accused is […]
Opinion: Albion overspends on administration
It’s no secret that school is expensive. Especially at Albion College, where the official cost of enrollment for the 2013-14 school year topped $45,000. The […]
Opinion: Oil spill receives little coverage
Lake Michigan is a major point of pride for our state. No matter the season, many Michiganders flock to its cool waters to stare at […]