Ed Observers

Art’s role in fostering conversations

We can appreciate art as a catalyst for dialogue and a medium for meaningful expression in an ever-evolving cultural landscape.  Read More

Weighing in the war in Gaza for this year’s presidential election

What are each candidate’s views on the conflicts in the Middle East, and how will they be dealing with the issue when becoming president? Read More

The children will not save us

The debate was no more well attended than last year, and no more inspiring. Read More

You shouldn’t need a network to get work

As I wiggle my way into society, it seems like every opportunity depends on who you know, rather than what you know. Read More

Blindspots: Dick Cheney is still a war criminal

The Iraq war was a mistake, which killed almost a million people, and the people who zealously ginned the U.S. into that conflict should be made into pariahs, not platformed and commended by presidential contenders. Read More

Nobody is coming to save you.

At the end of the day, you have to realize that you are responsible for your own life and outcomes. Nobody is coming to save you. You have to learn to save yourself. Read More

People are going to remember, and it’s all right

I stick to my belief that people do remember, and maybe sometimes, it is that deep. Some people do remember when you make that mistake. Read More

Add/drop that (cl)ass

If UR wants to keep a month-long add/drop period, there needs to be a more streamlined process of providing support for students trying to add new courses.  Read More

The importance of Title IX training

Regardless of what you think of the content of the training, however, it provides a time for reflection, particularly on your own actions. Read More

Blindspots: Universities must value free speech over reputation

Colleges across the country have adopted a clear message: "Never again shall students make the university look bad." Read More