Being upset about a party being shut down is understandable, but blaming those who were transported is inconsiderate, argues Anna Tolkien CM ’24.
Author: Anna Tolkien
OPINION: The importance of socializing meaningfully
College is great time for making friends, but figuring out friendship styles can be complicated, writes Anna Tolkien CM ’24.
OPINION: Don’t sell yourself short: Apply to study abroad
Studying abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime-opportunity, writes Anna Tolkien CM ’24. Students should not let anything deter them from applying to it.
OPINION: Professors, please reconsider your sick policies
Students with sicknesses other than COVID are often overlooked. Professors should revisit their sick policies if they truly care, argues Anna Tolkien CMC ’24.
OPINION: On mental health issues, a joke isn’t just a joke
Casually using mental health terms as a joke risks isolating and stigmatizing your peers who may be struggling with mental health issues, writes Anna Tolkien CM ’24.
OPINION: Gaming doesn’t have to be gatekept
The gaming community should be more open and inclusive to newcomers, especially to female gamers, who often face gatekeeping when they first enter it, writes Anna Tolkien CM ‘24.
OPINION: Dear 5Cs — please reconsider moshing
The 5Cs must address the various safety concerns posed by mosh pits at parties, writes Anna Tolkien CM ’24.
OPINION: Distance doesn’t automatically mean breakup
A long distance relationship can lead to multiple benefits for a couple, despite the common stereotype that it will most likely result in breakup, writes Anna Tolkien CM ‘24.
OPINION: We need to dismantle the beauty standard
Comments putting down your friend’s appearance can still be hurtful even if they aren’t very overt, writes Anna Tolkien CM ’24.
OPINION: The gym isn’t a place for competition. Don’t make it one
5C students must be welcoming to people of all fitness levels and maintain a positive dialogue surrounding exercise culture, instead of comparing and shaming others for their workout habits, writes Anna Tolkien CM ’24.