SURVEY: All about fandoms
Defining “fandom“ Fandoms is the term for a subculture made up of a group of people who share a passion for a topic, usually within pop culture, fiction or music. People in fandoms can obsess over even the smallest details and bond over them, whether in person or over the internet. Fans often create fanart,...
Staff Editorial 4/15: Innovation leads to success
From grade school to middle school and into high school, students are taught to get ready for college, but not ready for the innovative and rapidly changing world that lies ahead. Individuals go into college knowing they will all be taking general education requirements – English, mathematics and history – while filling up the rest...
Staff Editorial 4/11: Coaches should mentor, not bully
Last Wednesday, the Rutgers basketball head coach Mike Rice was fired after the release of a video showing him throwing basketballs at his players, physically abusing them, and yelling degrading slurs. However, Rice was not fired on the spot. He was initially only suspended for three games, fined and ordered to enroll in anger management...
Staff Editorial 4/8: Clear path to citizenship needed
Congress has returned from its spring break, and immigration is ready to be addressed. The “Gang of Eight” – four Democrats and four Republicans – will be presenting a bipartisan plan that attempts to resolve the status of 11 million undocumented immigrants living in the U.S. In Miami, thousands of individuals marched through Little Havana...
Staff Editorial 4/4: Stigmas stunt healing process
When people get sick, they are advised to go see a doctor. When people want to lose weight, they are advised to go to a gym. However, when people are depressed, they are advised to let it pass. Society has unfairly stigmatized mental health problems such as depression and anxiety, which leads many college students...
Staff Editorial 4/: Tool useless without training
Last month, the University of Miami changed its myUM software system to CaneLink. The look of our own personal portal where we are able to access our financial aid information, exam grades, student employment and degree audit has been completely revamped. The interface is different, the navigation is different, and the simplicity is different. The...
Staff editorial (3/28): Laws should not dictate love
On Tuesday and Wednesday, the Supreme Court argued over same-sex marriage cases, including Proposition 8 and the Defense of Marriage Act. Though the ruling may not be determined until late June, the nine justices attempted to solidify an opinion that will impact society for years to come. Same-sex marriage is the most controversial topic tackled...
Staff Editorial 3/21: Don’t tread on our sugary sodas
Obesity in America is rising at a higher rate than in any other country in the world. Some adults, and children alike, don’t take care of their physical health as they should. Not exercising regularly and eating poorly are the two main reasons for being overweight, or obese. It doesn’t help that fast food restaurants...
Staff Editorial 3/7: Cuts devalue college degree
It is official: The sequester that cuts $1.2 trillion over nine years across various government agencies has been in effect since Friday. And of course, higher education is one of the agencies being impacted. These cuts will harm students who receive financial aid through Federal Work Study, the Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant and eventually the...
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