Anti-zionism is not antisemitic. Equating the two is dangerous. Just as we must condemn abuses against Jewish people, we must stand against the violation of Palestinian existence. Imaan Shikoh May 5, 2023
Safe Harbor Laws protect minors forced into prostitution. Why hasn’t Maryland passed one? Victims of human trafficking deserve a safe harbor, not fear Imaan Shikoh March 30, 2023
A ‘Live Near Your School’ program would encourage local graduates to stay in College Park College Park would benefit from more alumni and young professionals living in the city Imaan Shikoh March 1, 2023
We are not children. Professors must stop banning our laptops in class. Laptop bans undermine students’ ability to study in a way that works for them. Imaan Shikoh February 22, 2023
UMD’s Ramadan services are not expansive enough. They must be improved. On-campus Ramadan services must be expanded to help Muslim students Imaan Shikoh February 14, 2023
UMD clubs should stop hosting events at bars Students who can’t drink for health or religious reasons deserve to network too. Imaan Shikoh February 8, 2023
Universities should use artificial intelligence to enhance education Artificial Intelligence is a friend, not a foe. Universities should treat it as such. Imaan Shikoh February 1, 2023
Qatar and this World Cup are immoral—but so are we Our coverage of human rights violations in Qatar is hypocritical. Imaan Shikoh December 4, 2022
International students should be involved in American political efforts International students are civic-minded. It’s time the university recognizes that. Imaan Shikoh November 17, 2022
Only Israeli views have a platform at UMD. It’s time to stop stifling Palestinian voices. Diverse voices must be given a spotlight for the sake of active discussion. Imaan Shikoh November 7, 2022