The U.S. poet laureate matters — especially in uncertain times
Poetry can reassure us, it can challenge us and it can educate us. A good poet laureate can do all those thing as well.
Profanity is debasing American politics
Our leaders must refrain from speaking like a foul-mouthed teenager when addressing the public.
UMD Senate and president’s office: We must be transparent and work together to fight hate
Transparency is vital, but sharing incomplete information can stifle dialogue, the school’s assistant president and University Senate chair write in a letter to the editor.
Technology is killing print journalism
While impeccable print journalism still exists, it will continue to face competition from the average citizen and personal Twitter feeds.
Justin Bieber’s “Despacito” insults Spanish language and Hispanic culture
Bieber’s performance reveals that, for him, the Spanish language is one to make exotic.
Ignoring preferred gender pronouns is disrespectful to identity
Our society has long expected us to fit into socially acceptable boxes, but it’s simply the truth that most people don’t.
Two universities’ tragedies add an unprecedented level of urgency to improving campus climate
The Daily Texan’s editorial board emphasizes transparency and unity after the University of Texas experienced incidents of on-campus violence and hate.
After a year of violence and hate, students need transparency to feel safe
Two different tragedies at the University of Maryland and the University of Texas highlight the need for immediate change.
Exiting the Paris Agreement is awful for the planet — and great for China
With the U.S. retreating from the fight against climate change and China reaffirming its commitment, it is clear that China has become the leader on this issue.
For UMD to heal, President Loh must communicate better
Loh’s letters read like the work of a politician desperate to avoid making a gaffe.