We live in a nation that is quick and proud to boast that it is a beacon of freedom, equality and social justice. Yet we know it has not always been the case that our pride is justified by our practice....

In response to the op-ed piece by Michael Patrick, I find myself confused and a bit dismayed. I am confused as to how a conversation about teen death can become a tirade against “flamboyant gays.”...

Ironically, in Michael Patrick’s article “Sexuality not so divisive,” division is made in the form of the author’s dichotomy of individuals as “gay or normal.” It appalls me to read an article...

I couldn’t disagree more with Michael Patrick. Not only did he lack logic and facts, he also gave the notion that gay people should stay in the closet rather than come out and just be themselves. While...

Dear UA, quit messing with my campus routine. Since the beginning of the school year there's been a lot of talk about aggravation with the terrible parking situation around campus, the useless new bus...

Every time someone does something to restore my faith in humanity, the Tea Partiers destroy that hope. It’s something new every week with these people. I mean, really, just when you thought they couldn’t...

First, allow me to thank Wesley Vaughn and the CW for a very insightful and relevant statement regarding the Honors College Assembly.  Indeed, a large number of HCA leadership includes University Fellows,...

An estimated 4,000-plus students comprise the University of Alabama Honors College, which is made up of the University Honors Program, International Honors Program, Computer Based Honors Program and the...

After attending Saturday’s game at Williams-Brice Stadium, I can’t help but wonder, “What happened to sportsmanship?” To say that my husband and I are avid Alabama fans would be an understatement. We...

We’ve all heard the old adage, “There are only two constants in life: death and taxes.” The only problem with that adage is one has the ability to increase significantly. For college students, the...

On Saturday night, my friends and I arrived at Allen Bales Theatre and stood at the back of the line for admission to Guerilla Theatre. The show wasn’t starting for another hour, and the doors were not...

Last year, we had an idea. The Student Government Association wanted to capture the creative talents of our student body and to turn anyone’s ideas to reality. So we formed Ideas to Action, a program...