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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

SGA election: Candidate pledges Bama Break, alternative scholarships

Letter to the Editor February 28, 2012

Fellow students: First, let me thank you for allowing me the opportunity over the past year and a half to serve you through the Student Government Association as a First Year Councilor and Senator. Upon...

Women underrepresented in politics

Michael Patrick February 28, 2012

This August marks 92 years since the Nineteenth Amendment was ratified to the U.S. Constitution. This amendment granted women in the United States suffrage by prohibiting the denial of voting rights based...

SGA election: Open communication key for executive secretary

Letter to the Editor February 27, 2012

Header to the SGA candidates’ letters to the editor: This week, The Crimson White opinions page will feature guest columns submitted by this year’s Student Government Association candidates for executive...

Letter to the editor: Thank you for adding power, meaning to Power of Pink meet

Letter to the editor: Thank you for adding power, meaning to Power of Pink meet

Letter to the Editor February 27, 2012

On Feb. 17, 15,075 pink-clad fans filled Coleman Coliseum for Alabama Gymnastics' 8th annual Power of Pink meet, and I want to express my heartfelt thanks and gratitude to everyone who has been a part...

SGA election: Leadership experience key for executive vice president candidate

Letter to the Editor February 27, 2012

Header to the SGA candidates’ letters to the editor: This week, The Crimson White opinions page will feature guest columns submitted by this year’s Student Government Association candidates for executive...

Relationships becoming redefined, challenging old traditions

John Davis February 27, 2012

Last week, The Crimson White ran an editorial piece that caught my eye. Titled “'Friends with benefits’ relationship possible,” it addressed the possibility – and benefits – of a platonic, physical...

Immigration reform should be left up to the Federal Government

Tray Smith February 23, 2012

An Associated Press report this week showed some evidence that illegal immigrants are returning to Alabama after fleeing the state in droves to escape HB 56. Of the 18 Hispanic immigrants the AP interviewed...

SGA should consider drinking ban if considering campus smoking ban

Letter to the Editor February 23, 2012

The UA Student Government Association is trying their hardest to ban smoking. While they are at it, they should also ban drinking on campus. I am a smoker but not a drinker. I have yet to hear anyone say...

Simply UnAshamed, or positively shameless?

Evan Ward February 22, 2012

As I was stepping into my car several days ago, I noticed a colorful piece of paper stuck under my windshield wiper. Perturbed, I reached down to remove the leaflet when, much to my annoyance, I discovered...

‘Friends with benefits’ relationship possible

Samantha Romo February 22, 2012

After the release of the 2011 box office hits, “No Strings Attached” and “Friends With Benefits,” audiences everywhere took a closer look at what exactly it means to be a “close friend.” Like...

Baptist Campus Ministries loves Jesus

Letter to the Editor February 22, 2012

I’ve always been a very independent person, so imagine my surprise when my first weekend away from home at college was one that was completely panic-stricken. I was concerned that I had made the wrong...

Project Rebound offers counseling

Letter to the Editor February 22, 2012

If the April 2011 tornadoes had a massive, irreversible impact on your life, Project Rebound is here for you. Project Rebound has served our University this school year by helping the campus community...