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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

Our View: Zimmerman for vice president for External Affairs

Our View: Zimmerman for vice president for External Affairs

Our View March 5, 2012

For the position of vice president for External Affairs, the editorial board endorses Kyle Zimmerman. His goals were extensive and detailed, and many have already left the planning stages, entering the...

Our View: Smith for vice president for Financial Affairs

Our View: Smith for vice president for Financial Affairs

Our View March 5, 2012

The position of vice president for Financial Affairs presents two strong and experienced candidates in Christian Smith and Andy Koonce. The editorial board endorses Christian Smith because of his current...

In search of beauty, don’t compromise your health

SoRelle Wyckoff March 1, 2012

With spring break quickly approaching, females on this campus are taking drastic measures to prepare themselves for swimsuit season. A male-dominated world has created a laundry list describing the perfect...

SGA election: Candidate promises useful, achievable projects

Letter to the Editor March 1, 2012

I have had an overwhelming love for this University as long as I can remember. I was also brought up with a great desire to serve others. When I arrived at the Capstone, I quickly found an outlet for both...

Understanding your diet

Lindsey OBrien March 1, 2012

With Body Appreciation Week just behind us, the important concepts of loving, accepting and taking care of our bodies is fresh on our minds. In hopes of continuing in this mindset, it is important to establish...

SGA elections: Candiate wants university life to expand past campus

Letter to the Editor March 1, 2012

Being a college student is something that applies to us at all times, not just when we’re on campus. The Student Government Association serves students at all times and seeks to maximize each student’s...

Attempt at integration a political move, not an altruistic one

Sophia Fazal February 29, 2012

Traditionally, the secret organization known as the Machine has only endorsed candidates for the University of Alabama’s Student Government Association involved in their coalition; however, this year...

Students should not survey professors or determine class rigor

Evan Ward February 29, 2012

If you’re like me, your inbox has recently been flooded with requests from the Provost to participate in evaluative student opinions surveys. Lately, I’ve been invited by Dr. Judy Bonner to participate...

Candidate seeks to foster better communication

Letter to the Editor February 29, 2012

My name is Kyle Zimmerman. I am running for vice president of External Affairs and I have something different to offer. Leo Burnett, a Time magazine Most Influential Person, once said, “When you reach...

Candidate creates ‘T.I.D.E plan’ for students

Letter to the Editor February 29, 2012

In the weeks leading up to the Feb. 7 statement of candidacy deadline, I thought about my goals in seeking the office of Vice President of Financial Affairs. I formed my T.I.D.E. plan to benefit YOU and...

SGA election: Candiate seeks an end to status quo

Letter to the Editor February 28, 2012

A few months ago, while sitting in a meeting for Senators supported by the Machine, I wondered what this University would be like if an institution like the Machine, that has historically been an obstacle...

Reflecting on time spent with man's best friend

Reflecting on time spent with man’s best friend

Jake Gray February 28, 2012

Pepper came into my life about ten years ago, when I was 12 years old. Still mourning from the death of our first family dog Gatti, my family was reluctant to bring in any new additions. Nevertheless,...