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When I am criticized, whether in a peer writing session or in a conversation with friends, I know that I tend to justify my actions rather than admit wrongdoing.
Putting names, personalities, and lives to theories that are often presented as lifeless graphs and equations can prove to encourage typically uninterested students to pick up economics.
It is high time that Christians take a strong response on violent Christianism and white supremacy in America. A strong response would emphatically state why these violent ideals do not align with the faith.
It may be easier to address our trivial concerns than these underlying phenomena, but let’s face it—we know where the real problems are. We’re just really good at ignoring them.
Given the violent contestations over land and economic power endemic to the post-Civil War United States, Hamer’s efforts were nothing short of radical.
Only then can we bridge the disconnect between those who make policy and those whom the policy affects.
Because to do all that we can to “solve” the climate crisis is to embody the values we praise and to realize the world we want to live in: one that cares about people and planet, profits be damned.
Many libertarian, religious, and even socialist students also chafe under the woke yoke of campus liberalism.
A hard-left swing will not only dissuade moderate voters who are otherwise fed up with Trump, but will also rally the Republican base around fears of socialism and draconian wealth redistribution.
Because club auditions are based on outward skill, not enthusiasm, dedication, or work ethic.
Despite thorough transition guides or the cooperation of former leaders, the learning curve is steep when the buck stops with you.
What would it look like for this pain to take up space?
You’re not a Duke student if you’re not cramming in Perkins, rushing off to your third meeting in a row or running on three hours of sleep.
In comparison to the shiny, publicized culture of other religions, my religion felt different, like it was hiding in the shadows.
Senior Leah Abrams, The Chronicle's Editorial Page Editor, hosts a live discussion with two columnists—Alice Dai and Elliott Davis—following the Democratic Party's Presidential Debate.
She would always ask, in this order: “How are classes going? Do you have a boyfriend? How are your friends?”
I think we have forgotten who we are as Asian Americans.
The decision to allocate space (or not) to student groups, the design of our living spaces, the donations given to certain construction projects but not others, the defacement of cultural spaces, the threats against those that ask for recognition—these are the markers of a University steeped in “white supremacy and cultural imperialism.”
If I really think about it, there’s honestly only one piece of advice I feel completely qualified to give: don’t eat the fish in West Union.
Facebook may lead you to believe that all international students are stupidly rich, but the cost of being international is much higher than you’d think.
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