‘Opinions’ Archives
Point-Counterpoint: Should social websites like Tumblr and PinInterest ban pro-anorexia content?
Pro: Healthy body weight is the way to go; leave “thinspiration” at home Recently websites such as Pinterest, Tumblr and Instagram have made news headlines over the pro-anorexia and “thinspiration” photos, quotes and blogs that have been posted on their sites by users. While some people [...]
Point-Counterpoint: Should social websites like Tumblr and PinInterest ban pro-anorexia content?
Anti: Censorship is not the answer If there is one thing that cannot be contained, it is an idea. The Internet plays host to all sorts of unsavory ideas and beliefs. However, the rights of freedom of speech and expression supersede how unpleasant some of us may find some of the content that’s [...]
Science Matters: Consilience Conference, keynote speaker E.O. Wilson put UMSL in academic spotlight
University of Missouri -- St. Louis is often overlooked and under-rated, despite having some first-rate academic programs, particularly biology. It is hard to be noticed in a town with two major universities with medical schools. But last week this campus garnered a little extra attention when the [...]
Mad World: The trouble with being a black parent
A black mother looks down at the infant son she holds in her arms. It is his first day of life, and he looks as innocent as can be, wrapped up in the hospital blanket and cradled safely in her arms. It is his first day of life, and he is absolutely beautiful. Despite the beauty of the moment, [...]
Point-Counterpoint: Will proposed limits on alcohol sales make East St. Louis a safer place?
Proposed rules are the first step toward a better city Cracking down on club hours and limiting liquor sales after a certain hour could help to decrease the violence amongst residents of East St. Louis. These changes could keep murder rates down as well by stopping events before they happen. [...]