As racial extremism continues to rise, how should journalists cover it in their own backyards? By Isabella Rosario [email protected] On Aug. 20, 1939, The New York Times ran a glowing profile...

In Iowa, there is not a law protecting against hate crimes based on gender identity. Hate crimes are crimes committed against people or their property “because of person’s race, color, religion, ancestry,...

According to its website, the goal of the University Lecture Committee is “To stimulate thought, discussion, and engagement, the University Lecture Committee presents an intellectually diverse program...

The global community is shifting toward smarter energy, but the GOP tax plan will be a step in the wrong direction. By Jacob Prall [email protected] Beneath the Arc de Triumph, electric cars zip...

Giving thanks is important all times of year and can improve your way of life. By Ella Lee [email protected] It seems as though since last fall, the world has hardly gotten a break from strife. Among...

When I was in high school, my school put on the play To Kill a Mockingbird. Regardless of my school’s lack of actual black students in a play that focused heavily on racism, the performance was quite...

Of all the problems facing this society — and as soon as you say that, some wag points out that problems don’t really face society, they gaze off obliquely at the horizon, where they can see the future...

There isn’t a whole lot of bipartisanship remaining in American politics. It’s hard to come up with specific solutions to complex problems. It can be even harder agreeing on if a problem exists and...

Last year, I lived in the dorms, constantly exposed to germs in very close quarters with other people. I got sick a lot — but I still went to class because I knew I’d lose points if I didn’t. After...

With almost any debate, it’s possible to see both sides. Whether it’s capitalism, free speech, or pizza toppings, there’s always room for mature conversation, but one side refuses to talk about...

President Trump uses terrorism to push immigration and national security reform, which is not in line with U.S. values.  By Constance Judd [email protected] It is not uncommon for presidents...

On Nov. 3, President Trump’s Twitter account was deactivated for 11 minutes, providing America with a hiatus much overdue. While the 11 minutes of reticence were a nice break from Trump’s customary...