Opinions

Campus Voice: Centering blackness for 28 days

Buffie Longmire-Avital, associate professor of psychology and coordinator of the African and African-American Studies program at Elon University, reflects on the celebration of Black History Month.

Letter from the Editor: Don't take the leadership of a black student for granted

Being a leader is a humbling privilege, and it’s something we all chose to do. But what people don’t see is the stress these students endure in these elevated positions.

Campus Voice: To my students, from your adjunct professor

The right thing to do is usually the hardest. The David up against the Goliath. The vulnerable against the powerful. I can only hope you will be choosing the side of right, increasing your confidence and learning just how much you really can do for the rest of your lives.

BENSON: Be mindful this holiday season

Capitalism will fight for you to sell your soul to materialism this time of year, but a cute new outfit can’t move someone the way that compassion and generosity can. 

Campus Voice: Where are Elon’s Writing Center consultants of color?

There is still an absence of students of color in many of Elon’s spaces: one in particular being the Center for Writing Excellence.

BECK: Spread body positivity even when others don't

In today’s society, body image and mental health are increasingly sensitive topics due to how many people openly struggle with it.

CAMPUS VOICES: Thoughts on the SGA proposed budget

The current budget process that SGA uses is from 1999, making it older than many of the students on Elon’s campus. It is time for a change and SGA has been working on one for this upcoming academic year. The potential changes were discussed at a town hall on Thursday, Nov. 29 in downstairs Moseley and the new policy will come to vote at the SGA meeting on Thursday. Dec. 6.

BENSON: Stay motivated in the year of women

Try not to get bogged down by the micro-invalidations of the people you find yourself with at a holiday party. Try to tell yourself that maybe they grew up in a different time where female independence wasn’t celebrated, or if it was, that they didn’t have the courage to grab it by the horns.

Campus Voice: I am...we are...here for you

Every semester I start my classes by asking students, most of whom are freshmen, about their goals while attending the course. Then the semester flies by.

BECK: The daily grind will pay off

Finals season is right around the corner, and everyone will be hiding out in the library to work toward that. The hard work will definitely pay off. Don’t be discouraged if one day in the library doesn’t make you an expert on statistics. Like anything, the A comes with time and effort. It’s not worth beating yourself up.

Campus Voice: Uniting as faculty for the best interests of our students and community

As non-tenure track professors, ranging from adjunct instructors to lecturers and continuing track faculty, we are proud to be part of Elon. Despite successes, Elon faces similar challenges as our peer institutions regarding employment of non-tenure track faculty. In the past, non-tenure track positions were the minority among college instructors. 

MORGAN: Schar Center sold out against UNC. But will it happen again?

Elon men's basketball was able to exceed capacity for the opening of Schar Center on Nov. 9. With over 5,200 fans packed in the space, it truly was a sight to see, but will we ever witness that again?

BECK: Adopt a growth mindset for long-term success

MACK: Social justice is key to global citizenship

Elon University prides itself on the concept of global citizenship. This is evident on homepage of Elon's website, which boasts about being globally engaged and ranking No. 1 in Study Abroad and says that Elon students learn in every corner of the world. But I’m not convinced that learning in every corner of the world gets at the depth of what it means to be a global citizen. 

MACK: Social justice is key to practicing global citizenship

Elon University prides itself on the concept of global citizenship. This is evident on homepage of Elon’s website, which boasts about being globally engaged and ranking No. 1 in Study Abroad and says that Elon students learn in every corner of the world. But I’m not convinced that learning in every corner of the world gets at the depth of what it means to be a global citizen.

CAMPUS VOICE - BECK: We must respect the right to freedom of religion

CAMPUS VOICE - LETSINGER: We need more socioeconomic diversity at Elon University

College administrations love claiming they want people of all socioeconomic backgrounds to attend their schools. This makes sense as overall trends show affordability has become increasingly important to those searching for their perfect higher education institution. This also leads to many universities adding affordability to their lists of attributes.

ASCH: The issue not enough Americans talk about

After the Civil War, the U.S. passed the 13th, 14th and 15th Amendments to ensure rights to former slaves. The 15th Amendment gave them the right to vote, stating, “the right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude.” 

EDITORIAL: Don't take your right to vote for granted

Voting is a key part of our democracy. According to the Pew Research Center, college students are historically less likely to participate in midterm elections even though we make up a majority of voters. But who is to say that voter turnout will be different this year? 

EDITORIAL: Another Halloween, another racial controversy

Tangible actions need to happen in response for students wearing racially insensitive costumes over Halloween weekend.