‘Baby Driver’s’ poor treatment of women is all too familiar
When otherwise good movies minimize women, they perpetuate a systemically misogynistic media landscape.
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.
We need to fight discrimination, not self-segregation
Self-segregation is the looming elephant in the room, especially on college campuses.
Erasing “Curley” Byrd from campus erases our history — good and bad
If the equality we strive for today under Byrd’s name makes him roll over in his grave, then so be it.
America should legalize recreational marijuana
Alcohol and cigarettes are arguably more harmful, and they’re legal. There’s no logical reason why marijuana shouldn’t be legal, too.
Homeownership: the American Dream that has historically favored whites
We need federal housing policy that acknowledges racial history in America.
The English language plays a role in dividing cultures
Language is part of our identity, and English should not be universalized throughout the world.
Our policies regarding gender identity and expression on campus
If you are confused about transgender issues or want more information, I encourage you to become familiar with the programming of our LGBT Equity Center.
Modern technology hinders our relationships by promoting distance and conformity
Digitizing love doesn’t bring people together, it pushes them apart.