I was in danger of becoming another statistic, the young voter who doesn’t show up, so I made myself a plan.
Student Voice
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What is the remittance tax and why does it matter?
The tax is intended to discourage illegal immigration while also raising revenue for the government, but it may have unintended consequences.
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Why did Gen Z males shift right?
Why did Gen Z males make a more conservative shift to the right?
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Where is God’s love in today’s politics?
Politicians may loudly proclaim their Christian beliefs, but it’s hard to see God’s love in their actions.
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DEI opponents wrongly conflate Asians and whites
When DEI despisers conflate my racial experiences with those of white students, they promote a false sense of Asian-white solidarity.
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Voter suppression in the name of a pre-existing law
Laws restricting non-citizens from voting already exist, posing the question of what the goal of the SAVE Act truly is?
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The power of loss: from grief to growth
Grief is not a rare or isolated experience; it’s a widespread issue affecting nearly half of the student population.
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My college masking journey
I’m not as worried about COVID as I used to be, but it is still worth it to be careful and considerate of others by wearing a mask.
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Make college in Connecticut accessible to all
Connecticut has affordable tuition in community colleges, but why should those who continue their education at four-year colleges be left behind?
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Why Gen-Z loves vinyl
I’m not alone in my love for record collecting. Music on vinyl is a rising trend among younger generations – and for good reason.
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The death of real discourse
Our obsessive need for 15-second explanations of complex political issues eliminates all possibility of nuance or critical thinking.
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A degree alone is not enough
A college degree alone is no longer a guarantee of career readiness. That’s why internships and career development need to be institutional priorities
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You think it’s better for Black women today?
“Better than it used to be” is still not good enough. We need spaces where Black women don’t have to shrink themselves just to get by.
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It is time to put healthcare before profit
Waterbury Hospital’s story shows what happens when healthcare becomes a profit machine instead of a public good.
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Gen-ed is a waste of time
Supporters argue that gen-eds make well-rounded students. Many students feel stuck paying for classes that don’t align with their professional goals.