Opinion

Opinion: So… What’s up With the Future of Climate Change?

In this ever-changing world, new things become more relevant to us every day. One thing that has constantly been relevant, and will continue to be relevant, is climate change. Although this is a tricky topic to discuss, it’s one that needs to be discussed. According to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, even if steps are taken to prevent further climate change, such as lowering greenhouse gases, it will still continue on a negative trend  for decades afterwards. Climate change has been a big topic within the recent presidential debates, and it can get kind of confusing to follow along with. So, here’s a breakdown of each candidate’s plan for climate change and what that could mean for the future.

It's Time We Talk About Disposable Masks

Live for the now, you’ll die anyhow

Slow and steady, the old me died out like Juicy tracksuits from 2003. 

Getting to know the Gilmore Girls

The show proved to be both engaging and a lovely break from stress, which takes the form of different things for each of the three of us. 

Reading days? We sure hope not

They should be branded as mental health days, intended for students to shut down their laptops and take some time for themselves like we typically do in mid-March.

Uncle Sam wants you to wear a mask

A piece of cloth over your face may be irritating, but it will save lives.

Low-Waste Product: I Tried a Menstrual Cup

For the last year or so, I have been trying to take small steps towards living a more low-waste life. It is something that can’t be done right away in the world we live in. To be able to manage it effectively, small changes in your daily life need to be taken. I have been making those changes, and this last week I have made what I feel to be one of the biggest changes in my lifestyle: I tried a menstrual cup. 

How ‘The Puffy’ has impacted my life: one chocolate-chip cookie through the years

In a crazy world like today’s, it is key to hold on to what normalcy we can get — like the ordinary measuring, mixing and scooping of baking cookies.

Letter to the Editor: Hate-Free Campus Now

These stickers espouse abhorrent anti-immigrant, anti-Semitic, deeply racist ideologies which do not belong anywhere in the code of love and honor which our university so prides itself on.

It’s not easy being green, but that’s no excuse

As the younger generation, the stakes of rapid response to climate change feel much higher — we’re the ones who are going to be around when the clock runs out. 

Six Environmental Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

Are you a podcast person? Do you want to be? As students, I know our lives are busy and on-the-go. I listened to six environmental podcasts so I could share them with you! Of course, actively changing and adopting behaviors is vital, but so is simply learning– and these podcasts provide an opportunity to do so.

Greek life and COVID-19: creating bonds while socially distanced

I joined Greek life to feel more at home on campus, but I feel more disconnected and distant than ever before.

Do this justice some justice

Ruth was a warrior for change. Let a piece of her live on in you by registering to vote, actually voting, staying informed, staying passionate and staying on the side of what you believe is right. 

Sustainable Brands for Athletes

Growing up as an athlete was always tasking. Your body is constantly asking more from you, and you’re doing the best you can to treat it with patience and kindness. You train for hours on end to get one play right. It’s a constant go-go-go with little time to recover.

Anyone order a case of COVID-19 with a side of internal shame?

I let go of the feelings of uncleanliness, of the doubts and the questioning. My reality was a period of coronavirus isolation. And that was OK. 

We don't know how to feel — and that's OK

Miami administrators say they want to protect our health as well as our reputation as a university. That leaves us with a lot of questions – not just for the university, but for everyone. What’s the cost?

Thoughts from a 2000s baby who is becoming a 2020s adult

I just … am now at the start of the third decade of my life. But right now, I guess it all feels relative. 

New Assignment Uploaded”: Anxiety and Online Learning

The constant reminders, buzzes and notifications caused my mental health to suffer, and I’m not alone.

Don’t talk the talk if you won’t walk the walk ... to the polls

We all know our generation loves to talk a big game about political advocacy on social media, but if we’re going to talk to talk, we have to walk the walk. 

Coronavirus isn’t your excuse to be a jerk

Let me spell it out for you: coronavirus isn’t your excuse to be a jerk.