Letter to the Editor: Why should I tell someone what to do with their body
“I should not be the one deciding for a woman I have never met if she should have an abortion.” Many men I’ve met have made this argument. This isn’t […]
Tag: Opinion
Idaho State Gun question on ballots is a waste of voters’ time
The legislature should be focused on things that improve Idahoans lives
One of the items appearing on the November Midterm Ballot is Advisory Question: House Bill 932. This item lets voters cast their opinions on what the Idaho State Gun should […]
OPINION: What President Scott Green’s retirement means for UI
The legacy Scott Green is leaving behind and what type of strategies the next president may use at the university.
Just a few weeks ago, University of Idaho President Scott Green announced his retirement after 8 years serving in the position. As a replacement has yet to be announced, this […]
OPINION: Midterms are more than just tests
Midterms can be stressful, but they also give college students a chance to reflect, reset and finish the semester strong
For many college students, the word “midterms” can bring stress, late nights and a growing list of assignments. As the semester reaches its halfway point, students are expected to balance […]
OPINION: Live music makes campus more memorable
Whether it’s the marching band at sports games or students gathering to learn from expert performers, music creates a sense of community and engagement all around
Imagine football games without the band. This means no fight song at touchdowns, no live halftime performance and no music to celebrate school pride. Live music is an essential part of campus culture […]
OPINION: E-Sports lab flood should be a wake-up call
The E-Sports program bounced back from a flooded lab, but the university should act before students and staff are forced to overcome the same problem again.
The University of Idaho’s E-Sports Lab flooding should not be treated as just another campus inconvenience. It should be a wake-up call for the university to take the E-Sports program and its […]
OPINION: Busy ≠ Productive
Productivity and busyness don’t always go hand in hand, and that’s not always a bad thing
Being busy is probably the one quality that all college students have in common. Whether it is classes and labs taking up a student’s time, or a particularly strenuous part-time job, it is no secret that […]
OPINION: College is more than a degree
It is a journey of growth, discovery, and the experiences that shape your future
By the time graduation arrives, the focus often falls on the diploma: a framed document that represents years of classes, assignments and exams. But reducing college to a degree misses its larger purpose. A […]
OUR VIEW: President Donald Trump’s press ban hits close to home
What kind of precedent comes from banning journalists from the people’s house?
Over the weekend, CNN, Politico, and MS NOW reporters were banned from reporting at the White House. In a report done by AP news, they had their badges confiscated, and […]
OPINION: University construction negatively impacts students
Construction impacts student's everyday schedule
If you have been walking around campus lately, you have probably seen at least one part of campus under construction. While for some, it might not be a big deal, for many students […]