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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

Stay responsible over Fall Break

Leigh Terry October 28, 2014

Despite what the 80-degree temperatures may tell you, fall is here and with it, fall break. Fall break is a wonderful time to go home and enjoy the comfort and relaxation of family time or to set out...

Alabama politicians: You’re drunk, go home

Leigh Terry October 22, 2014

I have to admit, I laughed when I saw the news Monday that state Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard had been indicted on 23 class B felony counts. Most of those charges revolved around questions of how...

Civil War state pride should focus on sacrifices

Leigh Terry October 14, 2014

“Don’t blame me, I voted for Jeff Davis,” is a bumper sticker that can occasionally be seen around campus. This and other Confederate States of America memorabilia like the stars and bars flag are...

Advisers need better career training, knowledge

Leigh Terry October 7, 2014

I have a confession: I am “that girl” when it comes to advising. That girl who has had her DegreeWorks planned for graduation since freshman year. I book my advising appointment in the first weeks...

Assault victims should not be blamed

Leigh Terry September 30, 2014

Women’s issues, particularly those involving personal safety, have been at the forefront of the national discourse for months now. Because of this, I was surprised to open my Crimson White last Thursday...

NFL subsidies come with high moral price

Leigh Terry September 16, 2014

The National Football League has been in the headlines for several weeks because of controversies that have arisen far away from the gridiron. Ray Rice’s domestic abuse conviction and Adrian Peterson’s...

Prioritizing size creates fallout

Leigh Terry September 9, 2014

My first Bid Day as a new member of my sorority was filled with excitement. I jumped out of bed knowing new sisters awaited me. Over the course of my freshman year, I eagerly learned their names and the...

Thank you, University police department

Leigh Terry September 2, 2014

Tanks rolling down University Boulevard. Men with automatic weapons and Kevlar vests enforcing curfew outside of Presidential Village. Tear gas raining down on students peaceably gathered on the Quad. All...

How to approach Get On Board Day

Leigh Terry August 26, 2014

   The Get On Board Day tables, of course. This year there will likely be close to 400 student organizations, intramural sports teams, community vendors, and local civic and religious groups vying...

Degrees don’t get college grads jobs, opportunities do

Leigh Terry August 20, 2014

Freshmen, welcome to campus. I am one of the many people who will attempt to give you advice during your college career. I hope you receive my message before you stop listening. My counsel is for those...

Entitlement is an asset for millennials, not a curse

Leigh Terry July 29, 2014

There is rarely an article written about the millennial generation that fails to mention that we have a strong sense of entitlement. It has become conventional wisdom that every member of our generation...

If you want high-speed rail, ride it

Leigh Terry July 15, 2014

What two things do our nation’s capital and the capital of the European Union – Brussels, Belgium – have in common?The answer is: my presence over the last two summers and thriving, multi-faceted...