CHRONICALLY COFFEE: Make schooling more compassionate

November 8, 2024

Students have to leave St. Louis Community College every day because of finances, mental-health issues and other barriers to education.

Officials have attempted to bridge some gaps with services, such as those offered by the Student Advocacy & Resource Center. However, that’s only fixing a symptom of a bigger problem. […]

SKY’S THE LIMIT: Don’t vote for leaders who violate rights

October 18, 2024

As we prepare for the upcoming general election, I should clear the air. In April, I wrote a column reflecting on how the hardships I faced growing up shaped my core beliefs, especially those regarding modern politics and its many controversies. But there was one thing I failed to men­tion: My general distrust of politicians and law enforcement. […]

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SKY’S THE LIMIT: Cultural appropriation or appreciation?

May 10, 2024

In trying to create an empathetic society, we often swing from one extreme to another. Discrimination remains rampant all over, with one example being cultural appropriation. It’s a legitimate problem, but we often forget that genetics can be unpredictable, and cultural appreciation also exists, leading to false assumptions. […]

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