Opinion

GLICK: Reflecting on a Year of Change

Jacob Glick  —  Apr 30, 2013

During my first attempts to begin my final column of the semester, I could not shake the feeling that I wasn’t doing it right. Maybe that’s because I’m in the midst of writing three papers at once, and the thought of yet another thesis statement made me nauseous. Or maybe it’s because I don’t need a sappy farewell address — I’ll be back in the fall!

WU: Confused, Poor and Blissfully Happy

Joyce Wu  —  Apr 30, 2013

“What are you doing after graduation?” is a loaded question, but one that I have fortunately perfected a response to. I shrug sheepishly, give a little sigh and say, “I wish I knew.” It’s a question that stirs my most deep-seated fears, but one that all seniors inevitably face. I’ve been trying unsuccessfully to evade it for the past couple of months.

GUEST ROOM: #Substories

Sam Dean  —  Apr 30, 2013

Whenever I pictured myself as a teacher, I envisioned a more bodacious, blonder Mrs. Frizzle who flounced around a beautifully postered classroom while her students gazed on in doe–eyed fascination. In my dreams I was also the most badass teacher in the world and peppered every worksheet I collected with gold stars and smiley face stamps.

PUBLIC EDITOR: Respecting Victims’ Privacy

Nicholas Kaasik  —  Apr 29, 2013

This semester, The Sun has had the unfortunate responsibility to report on too many horrible events affecting our Cornell community. From the tragic deaths of a student and a recent alum to a reported rape, it is clear that The Sun reports on some of the most grave situations a community can face. The Sun must conduct itself accordingly.

SEPPINNI: With Doubt, Freedom

S.D. Seppinni  —  Apr 29, 2013

This is the last column of my collegiate career. I have never had much trouble choosing a topic to write about during my year as a columnist, but this week is different. I know I’m supposed to write a sappy sign-off column and give advice for how to squeeze the most out of our four years on the Hill (hint: don’t take Wines, just drink them). But I don’t need to do that.

JIN: Leave Cornell Redefined

Jing Jin  —  Apr 29, 2013

Two months ago, I stood onstage at Bailey Hall in front of a sold-out audience to perform in the Vagina Monologues with 50 other bright and beautiful vaginas and our fearless publicity manager, Doug.

LURIE-SPICER: Stifling Dissent: Exploring the Role of Protest on Campus

Tyler Lurie-Spicer  —  Apr 26, 2013

What role do “Use of University Property” permits play when people are organizing a protest? When people are asked to apply for their right to free speech, who becomes privileged and who does not? Currently the University Assembly is considering a change to the Campus Code of Conduct that could greatly impact our right to free speech. 

GUEST ROOM: A Course That Changed My Life

Alexis E Santí  —  Apr 26, 2013

When I was a sophomore, I took a class that changed my life and continues to guide my value system and worldview. You can’t take this course today — not here at Cornell. In fact, it was never offered here at Cornell. It has been taught at Drexel University, Hobart and William Smith College and today a version of the course is taught at Union College.

BERRY PATCH: Reporters Need Not Apply

Apr 26, 2013

 Careercast.com crushed our hopes and dreams this month when its editors hopped on the bandwagon — started driving the damn thing, really — and declared newspaper reporter the single worst job in the nation for 2013.

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