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EDITORIAL: The discrediting of the press places democracy at risk
The concept of “fake news” is a threat to journalism and to journalists, because it tries to discredit legitimate news as “fake,” simply because a public figure does not like what is written about them.
EDITORIAL: Taking pride in the LGBTQ+ community at UHCL
In the words of American writer Audre Lorde, “there is no thing as a single-issue struggle because we do not live single-issue lives.” The people of UHCL must understand that the LGBTQ+ community’s stride for inclusion is also their stride.
Academic partnerships place convenience over quality in education
In an attempt to tap into more of the financial benefits of increased enrollment, some colleges and universities have chosen to compromise the quality of what is being taught to students by partnering with online program management…
Game over: The collateral damage in American healthcare
It is time for all Americans to demand that their elected officials pass legislation ensuring healthcare for every citizen. Thanks to the internet, Americans have access to more information today and a louder public voice than ever before.…
EDITORIAL: UHCL’s progress and problems since becoming a four-year university
As of fall 2014, the university has offered freshmen and sophomores the opportunity to become UHCL Hawks. With the first freshman class entering its senior year, it is time to examine the progress made by UHCL while also noting the areas…
EDITORIAL: UHCL student body unfairly represented on shared governance committees
While the change has been officially approved and will be implemented, the fact remains that of the 8,000 plus UHCL students, only 44 were given the chance to actually vote on the matter.
EDITORIAL: SGA’s poor promotion of Executive Council election spotlights disconnect with student…
Have there been necessary changes made in the last year, in regard to SGA? Absolutely. The issue, however, is that without putting in the strongest effort to involve all students then the improvements are for nothing.
EDITORIAL: The frequent flooding in Houston needs to be fixed
Flooding in Houston is a frequent occurrence and we need to stop it. Find out ways the citizens of Houston can prevent flooding as well as what the City of Houston is doing to alleviate the problem.
EDITORIAL: Stop clowning around
Most people are scared to walk around at night because they have heard stories of others who have been robbed, shot, raped, or attacked by an animal. Recently, people are afraid to leave their houses, not out of fear of this list, but in…
EDITORIAL: UHCL needs some TLC
While it’s exciting to see UHCL expand into a larger campus, the buildings we already have need updates and better accessibility.