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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

In defense of pants, dressing for success

Letter to the Editor April 1, 2013

As the weather begins to change and our days become a little longer and a little warmer, I’d like to reach out to all the young women and ask them to keep those jeans on. Now I realize that many of...

In response to Brad Erthal’s column ‘Liberty means birth control coverage’

Letter to the Editor March 20, 2013

Mr. Erthal’s article in Tuesday’s issue is mistaken in his representation of Catholicism. He presents many errors in his column, all of which I cannot address. I will, however, address the following:...

University should pick up financial slack for veterans

Davis Vaughn March 20, 2013

Imagine giving the ultimate sacrifice of fighting for your country. Imagine the years of training, the mixed emotions of deployment and the eerie sounds of the battlefield. Imagine the pain of fallen brothers...

Reflection on our Civil Rights past should inform future decisions on LGBTQ issues

Letter to the Editor March 20, 2013

As The University of Alabama celebrates its 50th anniversary of the desegregation of the school, many events and celebrations regarding civil rights concerns have surfaced. While we must celebrate the...

Despite contrary claims, college must focus on learning

Tarif Haque March 20, 2013

There was something seductive about his philosophy. He told me he didn’t care much for a formal education, that his time could be better spent elsewhere, that he was here to get in and get out. This...

Youth have to hold UA accountable for sexual assaults

Nathan James March 20, 2013

We’ve all heard the statistics, as much as we might wish we hadn’t: 20 percent of women will be sexually assaulted during their time at college. Only about five percent of sexual assaults will be reported...

It’s time to recognize pervasive problem of HIV/AIDS in this country’s women

Letter to the Editor March 20, 2013

March 10 was National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. The reason we need an entire day recognizing women and girls affected by the disease is because about one in four Americans living with HIV...

Future GOP: Breaking molds, finding common ground, embracing diversity

Regan Williams March 20, 2013

It was a tough time to be a Republican last election cycle. With the Grand Old Party losing races that should have been won and losing the presidency, for many it seemed like the end was ever nearer for...

Reasons to study abroad and how to make the most of it

Lucy Cheseldine March 19, 2013

As the carpet of the academic year begins to roll further and further to an end, I have been speaking to quite a few students about their plans for the coming summer and fall semesters. Many students seem...

Experience trumps GPA in real world

Amber Patterson March 19, 2013

As the semester winds down and spring break finally approaches, many students are scheduling meetings with their advisors to prepare for the upcoming summer and fall semesters. I recently attended my advising...

Smith’s assertions about Accountability Act equate to absurdity

John Speer March 19, 2013

In light of the opinion editor’s recent call for purpose and accuracy on the opinions page, I feel this is a rather apt moment to discuss the ill-informed arguments of my colleague Tray Smith with regards...

Students should support Crimson Tide basketball even in NIT

Elizabeth Lowder March 18, 2013

At The University of Alabama, we may be a bit spoiled with winning, especially when it comes to football. You can’t even get to the stadium without stepping across the Walk of Champions or hearing the...