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Op-Ed, Opinion
The constant power struggle between faith and politics
Faith and politics are simultaneously at work when voting
Columnists, Opinion
Self-acceptance can help students overcome unrealistic Miami standards
Body positivity can often be easier said than done.
Opinion
E-cigarettes a symptom of societal shortcomings
Top selling companies like JUUL and Vuse are profiting off people’s innocence and are helping to breed a new generation of addicts
Opinion
Summer vacation spurs straw conversation
These gestures may seem small, but at the very least, they are opening people’s eyes and creating some environmentally conscious conversation at the dinner table.
Opinion
Storm of uncertainty brings great damage, but also great efforts
A little more than two weeks ago, as Hurricane Irma rapidly intensified in the Atlantic, my family made the decision to leave our house in Miami and head to Georgia. This was not a decision I took lightly. Packing up our most precious belongings and important documents pained me. Everything in our home for the…
Opinion
Bring music back to the Music Television network
MTV, the Music Television network, first came on the scene in 1981. It became an international hotspot for the latest music and up-and-coming artists, giving a whole new meaning to the term “music video.” MTV became an instant cultural phenomenon, a force that has revolutionized the world of music, fashion and movies for the past…
Opinion
South Florida residents must prepare for unprecedented hurricane season
This year’s hurricane season is already underway and forecasters are warning the public to expect an active season. As residents of South Florida, we are used to the talk of upcoming hurricanes, but we have not seen a serious storm sweep across our state for 12 years since Hurricane Wilma in October of 2005. South…
Opinion
Celebrities should platform to tackle mental health awareness
For a long time, the conversation surrounding mental health in America has been practically non-existent. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in five adults in the United States experiences mental illness in a given year. Despite this concerning reality, controversial topics are often brushed under the rug. In order to achieve comprehensive…
Opinion
Ultra brings more harm than good to Miami
Ultra Music Festival is a hub for EDM, encouraging people from all over the world to travel to Miami each year. However, quite a bit of controversy has surrounded the festival in recent years. It has become less about supporting music and DJs and more about drug use and racy outfits. The massive, rowdy crowds…
Opinion
Maddow’s tax return letdown shows need for more accuracy in reporting
Today’s politically charged atmosphere has become a shouting match to prove who is better and who is right. This bitter spectacle prompts people to bypass daily news cycles. But every so often a story breaks that entirely captures the public’s attention. One of these stories unfolded on Rachel Maddow’s MSNBC show March 21. She tweeted…
Opinion
UM must ensure housing expansion does not alienate commuters
The City of Coral Gables’ Development Review Committee is currently considering UM’s proposed plan to build new on-campus student housing. This plan aims to create a stronger sense of campus community life and activity for the residents of the university and interest more students to live on campus. Expanding housing on campus will be beneficial…