OPINION: The troubles of getting older
Reaching milestones with age, though exciting, only imply the hesitant reality of life coming at you faster and faster.

I turned 21 this week. I am simultaneously ecstatic and concerned for what is in store ahead.  I am pessimistically convinced that life will, over-achingly, get worse from this point […]

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OPINION: Idaho needs Gun Reformation
Boise’s mass shooting opens up our eyes to the real problems

Gun violence has never felt closer to home than it does now.  On Monday the 25th, a shooting occurred in the Boise Mall. Two victims died and four were injured—the […]

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OPINION: The Great Resignation: how we got here
After millions of Americans lost their jobs to COVID-19, millions refuse to come back until things start to change for the better.

The labor shortage is not the result of a Ponzi-schemed consequence to the trillions of dollars of government pandemic aid, it’s the result of millions of Americans taking a stand.  […]

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OPINION: The Frat Flu in the Era of COVID
Staying aware of all sicknesses this upcoming flu season and what they mean for safety

Every year, right as the sun starts to set a tad earlier and the weather gets a little colder, a mysterious plague washes over our beloved Palouse. Call it the […]

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OPINION: Vandal Pride for Homecoming
Fans turning out for Homecoming Week will improve school spirit

Close to ten months ago, I made a bold claim. We don’t have Vandal Pride.  I uttered those fated words knowing that I would rustle some old-head feathers. And that […]

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The transition between Carlsen and Mai
How ASUI President Carlsen handled the COVID-19 curveball and what Mai plans to do next

The transition to Associated Students University of Idaho’s new elected leaders is underway. ASUI President and Vice President-elect Kallyn Mai and Katie Hettinga will replace current President Lauren Carlsen and […]

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OPINION: Don’t forget to call your mom
It’s easy to get wrapped up in life without reaching out to those who matter most

During these trying times, we often let time slip by all too quickly. The daily monotonous tasks of work and school consistently fill up my schedule. Weeks will go by […]