Opinion


When it became commonplace to have classroom icebreaker activities, I am unsure, but what I am certain of is how they have always made me…


In an era where appearances are more scrutinized than ever, “looksmaxxing” has surged in popularity (thank you, Patrick Bateman). This trend transforms workout routines, diets,…
Feb. 28, 2025
Consuming news and coping with burnout
We are only two months into the year, and it already feels like we have lived through a decade’s worth of headlines. From new executive…

Feb. 28, 2025
Navigating an academic transformation under a new President
As Drexel embarks on its academic transformation and prepares to welcome a new president, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment, presenting both opportunities and…

Feb. 28, 2025
Microsoft makes quantum computing breakthrough
After almost 20 years of research, Microsoft unveiled the Majorana 1, their new quantum computing chip. In order to create this revolutionary new processor, Microsoft…

Feb. 28, 2025
Interview and Co-op Position Advice from a Drexel Senior
Having completed my co-op program, I have gained a wealth of valuable insights I wish I had known during my first co-op position. From leading…

Feb. 28, 2025
Lady Liberty’s Torch Goes Out
The Statue of Liberty stands tall in New York Harbor, her golden torch a beacon of hope and promise. At her feet, the famous lines…

Feb. 28, 2025
Trans contributions to Stonewall erased
Last week, the National Park Service removed transgender activists’ contributions from Stonewall National Monument’s website. To placate the radically intolerant new regime, federal agencies have…

Feb. 14, 2025
You should know how the world works
People who know me will say that I have a lot of “random facts” or “lore” about seemingly arbitrary things. While this is true, I…

Feb. 14, 2025
Dear immigrants to America.
Dear immigrants to America, I am sorry for the unkindness you will encounter in the coming years. I am sorry you will not feel welcome…

Feb. 14, 2025
The TikTok exodus
As of Jan. 19 of this year, the widely popular short-form video service, TikTok, has been banned in the United States. The app had over…

Feb. 14, 2025
Can olives and IKEA determine true love?
What is your major? What is your sign? These are just two of the many questions people ask potential Valentines to test compatibility. But beyond…

Feb. 14, 2025
Think you have no valentine this year? Think again.
You probably do not need any more reminders that it is that time of year again. Your eyes are flooded with red and pink nearly…

Jan. 31, 2025
Love Triangle: First date flicks can really stick
With butterflies in your stomach, you and a potentially special someone plan your first date, imagining all the possibilities it could hold. You picture a…

Jan. 31, 2025
Will students’ academic integrity hold its ground against AI?
Stellar grades can be easily attained through the use of simple AI software, meaning that a 4.0 GPA has become an obsolete representation of hard-earned…

Jan. 31, 2025
Electives are classes too, take them seriously.
As university students, it is easy to put up blinders and focus solely on our majors. We choose these programs for good reasons – to…

Jan. 31, 2025
Are Winter Term and Seasonal Depression Connected?
Fall term on campus is often filled with the excitement of returning from co-op or summer break. Even students who have been in classes all…
