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Elgersma: LGBTQ+ struggles emerge in Title IX lawsuit

Recently, a class action lawsuit against several Christian colleges and universities called into question the value of the religious exemption written into Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Furthermore, it also prompts an important conversation about whether or not religious exemptions have any place in civil and human

Wicks: Anonymous speech necessary historically, presently

Many of the voices that have echoed most loudly in history are those without a name attached. Frankenstein was first published anonymously. Three founding fathers — Alexander Hamilton, James Madison and John Jay — wrote the federalist papers under the pen name “Publius.” And the British street artist that goes by the

Sorenson: Growing plants a simple way to reduce stress levels for students

A strand of ivy climbs a shelf, weaving in between textbooks and boxes of granola bars. Rows of succulents in squat, colorful pots line a window ledge looking out on a college campus green. Taking in the streaming sunlight, a broad-leaved fern stands in the corner, wedged between a futon

McCabe: Students should be mindful of food waste.

Picture this: A large plate piled high with well-seasoned fried rice, crispy egg rolls, saucy sesame chicken and crab rangoons galore is placed in front of you. Your mouth waters at the tanilizing scent. As you hungrily dig in, your friends are presented with similar plates of their own. Soon,

Soapbox: Cancel culture limits conversation

Over the last few years, cancel culture has risen strong, ending celebrities, brands and even films left and right. While it has its place taking religion and racism out of national anthems, holding public figures accountable for their actions and other similar roles, cancel culture has gone too far. Today,

Angles: How should Augustana handle emotional support animals?

Emotional support animals (ESAs) are pets that provide comfort and support through the decrease of depression, anxiety, loneliness or other challenges that may compromise a person’s life, according to the American Kennel Club. Any animal can be an ESA, and ESAs are not legally required to have specific training,

Struck: We were told the COVID-19 vaccine is safe. It is.

What gives you the right to put us at risk? No really, tell me. On Jan. 25 President Joe Biden told Americans he believed the United States would be able to administer 150 million shots in 100 days, a bold plan he said would be possible in part, “with the