Who’s afraid of Virginia’s coywolf?
The debate over the eastern coyote demonstrates how the notion of species remains a social construct.
Tokenism can be a recipe for isolation and casual racism
There is a fine line between being treated as “other” and being treated as an equal.
A Maryland auction house did not sell Hitler’s artifacts responsibly
The auction house should not have sold Hitler’s phone to an anonymous bidder.
Face off: Mandatory service enhances both individuals and communities at large
Instituting mandatory community service will teach the importance of empathy, hard work and sacrifice.
Face off: Mandatory service can promote selfishness and harm impoverished communities
Those who mandate service work must understand that it is not about performing a number of hours in a specific community, but about the quality of the hours spent there.
There’s a difference between appreciation and exploitation
Appropriation lies on a spectrum, but it can often be exploitive.
Saturday Night Live must find a way to satirize Trump without legitimizing him
Donald Trump is already a comedic character. SNL must be careful not to normalize him as a public figure.
Maryland’s outdated pension system is keeping valuable talent away
Maryland needs to modernize its pension offerings to attract top talent to the state government’s workforce.
Money alone will not bring about academic excellence
Passionate educators and engaged students are motivated intrinsically, not by monetary benefits.