Alison Kieler

Editorial: Sexual violence preventable

Almost 20 percent of women are estimated to be raped during their college careers.

To stop sexual violence from occurring, create a buddy system at parties. Leaving someone behind because they’re too drunk to move is not a good idea.

Editorial: Get lost abroad

Stray from the main road while travelling

How exactly can one gain the most of an international experience? First, try with the language... There’s nothing quite as amusing as the reaction obtained by screaming “I’m horny!” in a crowded dance club when attempting to say, “I’m burning up!”

Editorial: Pay attention to cries for help

Mental wellbeing could prevent tragedies like Virginia Tech

The Virginia Tech shootings elicited copy-cat threats from individuals desperately seeking the same attention as the original gunman. This behavior could be avoided if more people identify these troubled individuals before they act.

Kieler: Environmental issues affect us today

In a nation where anything we need is available, it may be difficult to think about a time when that won’t be the case.

The environment has been reduced to a political issue recently. It is important for everyone to realize that the impact of the choices made today may haunt us tomorrow.

Editorial: Election scandals are ‘unsettling’

Student Senate accusations reflect poor politics

Recent allegations that surfaced against student body politicians are unsettling and petty. Students running for positions of power need to maintain honesty and integrity.

Editorial: Tips for a healthy body, longer life

Certain foods can cause, prevent disease

A poor diet may not only cause obesity, but it can also lead to deadly diseases such as cancer. Here are a few tips on how to eat right to feel right.

Editorial: We can all help conserve energy

Critical Mass cyclists have right idea

With global warming becoming more of a problem, now is the time for all of us to start doing a better job of taking care of our planet.

Editorial: Civil rights a double-edged swords

First Amendment rights should be defended, but can easily be abused.

The case of Frederick v. Morse, otherwise known as bratty pothead v. anal principal, is in the Supreme Court, making a mockery of the judicial system.

Kieler: News can be funny too

People in the news aren't exactly stiffs

Forget the movies, just watch the news, it can be just as funny.

Editorial: Americans need to open eyes

Lack of use of democracy is disturbing

The government's recent political decisions are actually encouraging terrorism throughout the world.

Editorial: A plea to Mother Nature

May it not fall on deaf ears.

The weather roller coaster that is March has brought students to a new level of discomfort. With cold winds and sunless days, a final letter goes out Mother Nature in an attempt to adjust her attitude.

Editorial: Etiquette inherently sexist

Traditional manners make gender painfully obvious.

Students at the etiquette dinner were told that when a woman gets up from the table, all the men need to stand up as she leaves and again when she returns. In theory, this custom is respectful.

Editorial: Campus well-maintained

University works to fix outdated offices

The number of on-campus maintenance problems rises as available funds decrease.

Editorial: American dream is no reality

Our cash-obsessed culture pushes us to aim for a lifestyle of bigger, better and newer possessions, but economic opportunities are floundering. What Americans don't realize, however, is that even our middle-class lives far more comfortably than the majority of the world's population.

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