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Op-Eds
The ascension of a new pope: what’s in store?
A landmark event occurred on Feb. 28, 2013 when an acting Pontiff stepped down from active ministry. The last pope to do so was Gregory XII who stepped down as a result of the conflicts over the Avignon Papacy. Presently, this decision by Benedict XVI has not been without its diverse share of reactions, speculations, […]
Editorial Boards
Intuition of locked-in tuition
Often, the most disconcerting aspect of tuition increases is the year-to-year uncertainty — one that is easily absorbed by large universities and not so much by the average undergraduate. Read More
Editorial Boards
Expand SafeRide off campus
Currently, SafeRide, an SA funded program, transports students to and from any of the following locations: ITS, Carlson, Todd Union, Hillcourt, Southside, Riverview and the UR Medical Center. From the hours of 11 p.m. to 4 a.m., this service is vital to the student body, as travelling outside during this time is or feels unsafe, […]
Op-Eds
Don’t jump to conclusions, get to know your peers
Perhaps it’s just my small town southern upbringing coming into play here, but I feel that I am the only one on campus who notices how often you can meet someone, whether at a party or through a mutual friend, and then a couple days later observe how quickly it takes for them to act […]
Op-Eds
America’s (lacking) taste in mainstream music
Why is America’s taste in music so awful? Why do we support artists who display little to no musical talent? The music industry is no longer about producing quality music, but rather about seeing bigger paychecks. Let’s take a look at the Jonas Brothers. Just a few years ago, they were the biggest musical group […]
Features
Students gain from Lenten experience
Religiously motivated or not, giving up something you really like for Lent is no easy feat. Read More
Features
Yearbooks: graduation gift, keepsake
UR yearbooks annually provide a time capsule for students in new, sleek design. Read More
Op-Eds
Law school still worth it — if all things considered
No student should attend law school without a genuine interest in the legal profession. Read More
Op-Eds
Law school still worth it — if all things considered
Is law school worth it in today's market? Is it worth the financial investment? Read More