Op-Eds
Antisemitism
What antisemitism at UR looks like
I am troubled by a pattern of excluding Jewish voices from conversations about what language is harmful to Jews. Read More
Israel
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict: A tale of historical grievances and human cost
We need to address the ongoing crisis affecting the Palestinian people and advocate for the protection of their rights and dignity. Read More
Community
Withstanding the flames
Even in the midst of all this madness, it’s important to remember that the world is still getting better every day. Read More
longing
Losing a love that was never yours
You kept me in this precarious limbo between platonic friendship and an unreciprocated crush for your own entertainment. Read More
age of technology
Technology, humanity, and the death of death
I have long felt that the most human phrase of all time is a simple and short one: “I was here.” Read More
self care
On “wasting time”
There is no such thing as “wasting time” when it benefits you in the long run. Read More
childhood
Notes by Nadia: Why are we so eager to grow up?
I don’t understand why, in America, we're all in a rush to grow up. Read More
be better
Missing person case highlights University’s failings
While I’m disappointed in the University’s lack of response to Professor Rantakari’s disappearance, I can’t say I’m surprised. Read More
Feminism
Notes by Nadia: I love being a woman
I feel powerful being a woman. The world may be against us, but as long as we have each other, we will always come out victorious. Read More
advice
What the first-years want you to know
We never knew about Danforth being closed on the weekends or the maze that is Rush Rhees. We didn’t know how much we’d miss home. Read More
