Opinion
Opinion
Whether you choose to be a bra-burning feminist or not, remember to be happy
Apr. 10, 2018Amid the chaotic portrayal of parenting while newly divorced on ABC’s new sitcom, “Splitting Up Together,” appears Mae. She’s the middle-school-aged daughter of well-meaning parents played by Jenna Fischer and Oliver Hudson. When we first meet Mae, we learn she has forgone buying lunch in favor of buying a mug labeled “Male Tears.”
Sports
Lack of love for women’s sports is frustrating
By Skyler Lebron | Apr. 10, 2018Late last week, I was perusing the Twittersphere when I came across a tweet that caught my attention.
Sports
LeBron has a right to be mad at Saban
By Andrew Huang | Apr. 9, 2018I was reminded of a scene from the 2007 crime-drama “American Gangster” last week when I heard about the drama between LeBron James and Nick Saban.
Opinion
As the semester hits peak amount of work, start thinking strategically
Apr. 8, 2018Ah, yes. The March and April wave of work has crashed upon our shores once again. We’re entering that part of the semester when suddenly we have so many assignments due, some of them must be in classes we’re not even taking. But never fear.
Opinion
When a water shortage comes, toilet-to-tap water will be a solution
Apr. 8, 2018Some may think toilets have a “magic flush.” One does their business, flushes the toilet and the wastewater just disappears. That’s how much people would like to think about it because most wouldn’t want to know more about what happens to “poop water” once it’s flushed.
Opinion
Safety outweighs privacy with mental well-being
Apr. 8, 2018In March, the survivors of the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, returned from Spring Break to a new set of security measures. Perhaps the most notable of these new measures is a requirement to use a see-through backpack.
Opinion
Is a Trump presidency actually good for the feminist movement?
Apr. 8, 2018After the 2016 Presidential election, many American women felt anguish and fear for their future. The actions and words of President Donald Trump during his campaign hinted at a “The Handmaid’s Tale”-esque future and a lack of progression for the feminist movement and general equality.
Sports
Villains are a must-have to keep sports interesting
By Benjamin Brandt | Apr. 5, 2018Lost in the craze of college basketball championship games and Tiger Woods’ highly anticipated return to the Masters, a particular moment on the baseball diamond stole my attention this week.
Opinion
Darts & Laurels: April 5, 2018
Apr. 5, 2018As you speed walk to your 12:50 p.m. class because you woke up late, you finally reach the corner of West University and 13th Street. You’re sweaty and 20 minutes late when the Hub comes into sight. Will being five minutes late to lecture actually make a difference? You did bring a reusable traveling mug, after all. You go to the Starbucks counter, give them your typical order — a grande French vanilla iced latte, double the syrup with caramel drizzle and an extra shot of espresso — and they stick on the label.
Opinion
Gainesville is not as welcoming as it claims to be
Apr. 5, 2018Two years ago, Gainesville declared itself a welcoming city. However, a recent incident with the Gainesville Police has shown it may not be all that welcoming.
Opinion
So you want to get more funding for the DRC and the CWC?
By Zachariah Chou | Apr. 5, 2018I was quite disappointed to see the feature Friday article from last week detail the blight of insufficient funding for the Disability Resource Center on campus. The article made reference to the decision by the local fee committee not to increase funding for the DRC back in October, which brought back a lot of bad memories, as it was that very same meeting in which the committee turned down an opportunity to increase funding to the Counseling & Wellness Center.
Opinion
Why did digital downloading die?
Apr. 5, 2018A recently released Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) report revealed physical music sales surpassed digital downloads in 2017 for the first time since 2011. The difference is only 2 percent, but it is still significant. It is an indicator of the two factors that killed digital downloading: the rise of vinyl and the dominance of streaming.
Sports
What the hell does “Herky-Jerky” mean?
By Jake Dreilinger | Apr. 5, 2018I’ve heard my fair share of what I like to call “coach speak” over the past couple of years covering UF sports.
Opinion
Letter to the Editor from SG Sen. Keith Saint
Apr. 3, 2018The number of students seeking services from the Disability Resource Center has more than doubled since 2013, yet only one learning specialist has since been added to the center’s staff, according to The Alligator.
Opinion
A much needed ode to brick-and-mortar shopping
Apr. 3, 2018In the age of Amazon and a seemingly endless amount of one-touch shopping apps, it’s not exactly shocking that many storefronts are saying goodbye and shopping malls are struggling to stay relevant.
Opinion
Studies show women of all ages support the #MeToo movement
Apr. 3, 2018Attention women of all ages: We’re not so different after all — even when it comes to our views of the #MeToo movement.
Opinion
It’s time for a women’s history museum
Apr. 1, 2018Earlier this month, the head of the Smithsonian Institute announced the museum complex will launch a Women’s History Initiative to highlight women’s achievements throughout history. Unfortunately, according to The Washington Post, Smithsonian Secretary David J. Skorton said he does not support the idea of creating a stand-alone museum to honor this initiative — at least not right now, anyway.
