As mandates lift and everything returns to normal, here’s some things I hope we keep from our pandemic year, and some things I’m happy to see go.
Opinion
CLOSED. Poll: Return to Normal
Out of 84 responses, 69 said they were ready to return to normal life.
The Troops Are Coming Home
President Biden has announced that he plans to withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan this year. But instead of feeling any strong way about it, I mostly feel confused.
Is A-State Really Bike Friendly?
A-State currently has a Silver Award for Bicycle Friendly University from The League of American Bicyclists. But are they really that bike friendly?
Nothing Has Changed Since Fall 2020, So Why Remove Credit/No Credit?
Despite an ongoing pandemic and struggling students, the Credit/No Credit option will not be available for Spring 2021.
CLOSED. Poll: Icing on the Cake
Out of 76 responses, 32 said buttercream was their favorite type of frosting.
“You Don’t Really Believe the Peeing in Bottles Thing, Do You?”
Amazon warehouse workers and drivers are overworked to the point where many are forced to relieve themselves in bottles to meet delivery quotas. Amazon denies this.
CLOSED. Poll: Bikes Begone
Out of 50 responses, 31 said they had noticed that the VeoRide bikes have gone missing from campus.
Transphobic and Discriminatory Bills in the Arkansas Legislature
Arkansas state legislature has recently passed two bills which discriminate against transgender individuals, and there is a third bill in committee. Here’s a breakdown of those bills, and why they are transphobic and discriminatory.
The Ongoing Trial of Derek Chauvin
The trial of Derek Chauvin began on March 29. Here’s an explanation on the background of the case, and my thoughts on it.
