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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

All content by Alyssa Walker
Opinion | Time for adulting: Learn to cook

Opinion | Time for adulting: Learn to cook

Alyssa Walker, Contributing Columnist May 31, 2024

The bright lights of a Chick-fil-A sign beckon as you walk across campus. The Raising Canes right across the street from your dorm is oh-so-tempting. Wouldn’t it be nice to browse the variety of options...

Since 2018, nearly 42 million gallons of sewage have spilled into Tuscaloosa's streets amd streams.

Opinion | Mayor Maddox, keep the sewage out of our water

Alyssa Walker, Contributing Columnist April 17, 2024

Just across the road from campus, students and local citizens stroll along Tuscaloosa Riverwalk, gazing peacefully upon the Black Warrior River. Its waters glisten in the early spring sunlight as they...

Presidents Hall hosts several liberal arts classes.

Opinion | Support humanity. Support the liberal arts.

Alyssa Walker, Contributing Columnist February 18, 2024

Across high school and college campuses, students are being highly encouraged to pursue degrees in a STEM field. So much so that the liberal arts (language, literature, philosophy, life and earth sciences,...

Noccalula Falls Park located in Gadsden, Ala.

Opinion | Save America’s most treasured places

Alyssa Walker, Contributing Columnist January 24, 2024

In 1872, Yellowstone was established in northwest Wyoming and southern Montana as the first national park in not only the United States but the world. However, a bureau wasn’t created to protect it until...

The Student Rec Center

Opinion ❘ UA needs a women’s-only gym

Alyssa Walker, Contributing Columnist November 29, 2023

Across college campuses, students can be found flocking to gyms to avoid a common enemy, the “freshman 15.” Here on the University’s campus, there are only two places to turn to: the Student Recreation...

Taylor Swift performing during her “The Eras Tour” at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on April 29, 2023, in Atlanta, GA.

Opinion ❘ The genius behind Taylor Swift’s big reputation

Alyssa Walker, Contributing Columnist November 15, 2023

In the past few years, Taylor Swift’s music empire has reached unprecedented heights. From chart-topping singles to sold-out stadiums, her fame encompasses the globe. Whether you’re a die-hard Swiftie...

A student studies outside on the Student Center Lawn.

Opinion ❘ Your mind needs a breath of fresh air

Alyssa Walker, Contributing Columnist October 15, 2023

Fall is here, and with it comes crisp air, blue skies and beautiful color changes. What better time to step outside and enjoy our beautiful campus and environment? Yet, you might be thinking, how do I...