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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

Saying ‘no’ sometimes crucial to cut down on stress

Amber Patterson February 20, 2013

The life of a college student can be summed up to early mornings, late nights, deadlines, papers and endless hours of classes. We sprint from class to class, where we have presentations and group projects...

Students should not forgo handwriting for typical notes

Lucy Cheseldine February 19, 2013

A recent surge in online lectures, learning material and degree programs has shed light on the effect that computers have on education. Of course, online content is one means of a higher level of equality...

Men need to step up, have a voice in sexual consent war

Maxton Thoman February 19, 2013

Recently, the article “Consent a campus issue,” which ran in The Crimson White, has been receiving quite a bit of attention, mainly from people calling for the job of Jessica Vickery, the assistant...

Concerts provide opportunities for interesting friendships

Beth Lindly February 19, 2013

I saw fun. in Atlanta, Ga., this weekend. The tickets were a Christmas present from my mom, and not until the show was over did I realize that she gave me more than an audience with one of my favorite...

American Dream becoming just a dream to U.S. citizens

Mazie Bryant February 19, 2013

What is the American Dream? It’s a phrase thrown around in today’s society to inspire and encourage people to make something of themselves, but what does it encompass? The values our founding fathers...

Saban should remove criminal players without question

SoRelle Wyckoff February 18, 2013

Glancing at the muted television, I watched the words scroll along the bottom of CNN: “Four Alabama players arrested.” Obviously, I was embarrassed. These words were soon followed by: “Saban removes...

Freshman Advisor position the right step forward for UA

John Brinkerhoff February 18, 2013

Some of my most memorable experiences in college occurred while living in Blount Hall my freshman year. Beyond the normal antics every student seems to share, I still distinctly remember the help I received...

Gender-based acts of violence are the problem, not false reporting of crime

Guest Column February 18, 2013

The recently published CW article, “Consent on Campus an Issue,” subsequent backlash from the campus community, and the University’s official response has me deeply disturbed. Many of the commenters...

TFA detrimental to impoverished kids

John Speer February 14, 2013

In an inspiring letter on education last week titled “Teach for America can close poverty education gap, locally, nationally,” author Jasmine Cannon asserted her belief that poor communities require...

Suspension not enough; muggers must leave team, campus

Nathan James February 14, 2013

Football is more than a game here at Alabama. Everyone knows that. It’s a cultural institution, a source of identity for the University and a financial bastion that has helped make this University great....

Traditions, Christian values may cause younger marriage age in Alabama

Hannah Waid February 14, 2013

I am an avid reader and was Southern born and bred, which has somewhat caused me to be a hopeless romantic. People sing about it, write about it and make movies about it. Love. And with Valentine’s Day...

Members of Internet age must go back to dating basics

Amber Patterson February 13, 2013

It’s about that time; Valentine’s Day is right on the horizon. Roses and candy hearts will begin to rain down, and inspirational love tweets will flood our timelines. Reflecting on this upcoming Valentine’s...