HomeOpinion

Opinion

Free Speech Allows for Open Debate Among Students

First and foremost, the College Republicans would like to state unequivocally that in no way was Tuesday's event meant as an attack on anyone. Our sole purpose was to discuss Islamic extremism in an open and intellectual manner per our First Amendment rig

There Is Such Thing As a Stupid Question

Have you ever had your professor take weeks to respond to your e-mail or just not respond at all? It was probably because your e-mail was impolite, or perhaps you asked a stupid question. In all likelihood it was both. A recent New York Times article hi

Partisan Politics Rethought

The debate over abortion and gay marriage has completely taken over the political arena, so here is an oversimplified, compromising solution. Democrats, give up your pro-choice beliefs and Republicans give up your antigay polices.

On-Campus Study Areas: Extreme Makeovers Needed

Since the decision to expand the Student Center was put into action, I have, for the most part, accepted the inevitable fate of our school. Although obvious inconveniences remain, I realize that the expansion is a necessity and it just so happens that cu

Holocaust Denier Punished

Amid the chaos that has erupted throughout the world over the question of free speech, a new controversy has sprung up in the country of Austria, where British historian David Irving was arrested for publicly denying the Holocaust.

How to Avoid Dreaded Roommate Drama

Living off campus with other students is an important part of your college experience and a good way to save money. But let's face it: Living with other people sucks.

Take Advantage of Office Hours

We college students usually get the class syllabus the first day of class. Most of us glance through it looking at when the midterms and finals are and what we'll have to read. Many people, more than you would think, don't even give a second glance to one

The ‘Penis Fly Trap’ Turns Predators Into Prey

South African women will potentially face a more secure future with the recent invention of what ABC News calls the 'penis fly trap.' Baffled by the unfortunately high incidence of HIV/AIDS among women of her nation

Whittington Should Apologize for Shooting

On Feb. 12, a horrible accident occurred on a private Texas ranch. During a hunting excursion, lawyer Harry Whittington accidentally forced 65-year-old Vice President Dick Cheney to apologize.

Brits Fail at Americanism

A recent heated battle in the English Parliament resulted in a win for Prime Minister Tony Blair over the issue of 'glorification of terrorism.' The House of Commons voted 315 to 277 in favor of laws that will take legal action against citizens who perpe

Up In Smoke: Legalizing Marijuana

Grass. Weed. Cannabis. Ganja. You can visualize what I'm going to be talking about at this point. Growing up, your parents instilled in you all the negatives associated with the drug, but do the negative aspects of legalizing marijuana really outweigh the

Divestment is Not the Answer

That there exists a humanitarian crisis in Darfur is undeniable. Over a million people have fled their homes and currently have little or no access to clean water, let alone health or sanitary services. It is a disgrace that the global community is not

News

Entertainment

Sports

Privacy Disclaimer: After submitting content for publication the New University, in print or online, contributors relinquish the right to remove or alter contributions as they appear in publication.