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The Crimson White

Serving The University of Alabama since 1894.

The Crimson White

Serving The University of Alabama since 1894.

The Crimson White

OPINION

University, downtown must become connected

Will Gonzalez November 19, 2013

The city of Tuscaloosa actually has a downtown area that is roughly double that of Athens, Ga. Unfortunately, it is so underused you’d never know it. Tuscaloosa is less of a city and more a weak grouping...

Lack of an Office of Diversity at UA is shameful

Noah Cannon November 18, 2013

Last Tuesday, a story ran in The Crimson White examining why The University of Alabama does not have an Office of Diversity, despite the presence of such offices at public universities across the United...

BOE election another local injustice

Marina Roberts November 18, 2013

Last week, a Tuscaloosa County judge ruled that the Board of Education election contest brought by Kelly Horwitz against Cason Kirby lacked sufficient evidence to proceed. Of the 397 votes contested...

Philippines world news should be personal

Victor Cuicahua November 18, 2013

On the other side of the world, thousands of miles from Tuscaloosa, one of the strongest storms in recorded history spiraled directly across the Pacific Ocean and crashed into the heart of the Philippines,...

More students should get SEC football game tickets

Zachary McCann November 14, 2013

The slogan “At some places they play football, at Alabama we live it” is familiar to nearly every Alabama student. Last Saturday, when Alabama played LSU, Bryant-Denny Stadium was rocking during “Dixieland...

Bama Dining quality, variety improving

John Brinkerhoff November 14, 2013

After living on campus for four years, I have come to terms with certain realities: I am not able to drive often, I will be largely living among freshmen, and most importantly, I have to find food on or...

Republicans must sever tea party connections

Regan Williams November 14, 2013

Republicans across the country will be faced with pretty big races in 2014. And with popularity ratings at an all-time low, Republicans must change something to win. However volatile it may be, the Republican...

Additional routers key to better connectivity

Erynn Williams November 13, 2013

In today’s age, the Internet is crucial in the lives of college students. We depend on it for anything from research to homework, projects, email and of course, social networking. But the Internet connection...

Sytrofoam hinders sustainability

Maxton Thoman November 13, 2013

The gravy smothered on top of my limp, soggy piece of chicken-fried steak had begun to slowly crawl onto the bottom of my take-out box, inching closer and closer to the pooling salsa and sour cream-induced...

Time for an open conversation about female sexuality

Samaria Johnson November 13, 2013

We have a huge problem when it comes to women having sex. I talk a lot about the need for open and honest communication about sex because I believe that treating sex as if it’s something to fear has...

Understanding rights key with police officers

Guest Column November 12, 2013

There are few things college students dread more than police encounters. All it takes is flashing lights in a rear-view mirror, firm knocks at a front door or figures staking a street corner to send hearts...

Mal Moore’s legacy continues even after death

Ross Green November 12, 2013

Minutes before kickoff each home game, those loyal to the Crimson Tide reflect back on our history. Reverence is displayed as the “Legends” video offers us a time to be thankful even if it isn’t...