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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

OUR VIEW: Vote for Bob Vance

CW Staff November 5, 2012

To put it colloquially, one of the candidates for Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice on the ballot tomorrow is a snake in the grass. And, if this state elects him into office, it should expect him to...

Our view: UA’s ‘new day’ brings reason to be optimistic

CW Staff October 21, 2012

“It is a new day for The University of Alabama.” So said Assistant Dean of Students Lowell Davis on Thursday, speaking to the convened Interfraternity Council presidents. He then declared fraternity...

Our View: Anonymity used to keep sources safe

Our View October 16, 2012

Occasionally there comes a time when an editorial board of a media outlet must make the difficult choice to rely on anonymous sources. Today, we have made that decision. In today’s Crimson White, you...

OUR VIEW: Vigilance required for safety

Our View October 14, 2012

On Sept. 16, an anonymous author claiming to represent a group of parents of freshman UA students sent University administrators an email alleging excessive alcohol consumption in greek organizations on...

‘Stacking’ must end

CW Staff September 25, 2012

When a student receives more in scholarship money than the cost of tuition, textbooks, housing and other miscellaneous expenses, he or she gets a check from the University. It may seem like a simple practice,...

One man, one ticket, one seat

CW Staff September 10, 2012

Every student pays the same amount of money for football tickets, so it’s not unreasonable to expect every student to follow the same rules when it comes to football seating. Unfortunately, that is...

OUR VIEW: Despite concerns, Guy Bailey could serve UA well

Our View July 11, 2012

  The search for a new University of Alabama president created an opportunity for change that eluded the University under the leadership of Robert Witt. Even as the University grew and prospered in...

Our View: Committee itself must center on students

Our View June 13, 2012

The presidential search committee currently seeking a replacement for Robert Witt, former University of Alabama president and current UA chancellor, seems to be moving in the right direction, but may soon...

Our View: Wide range of student opinions must be heard in president search

Our View March 8, 2012

“Apathetic” is a word thrown around regularly to describe UA students, and indeed, young Americans in 2012. We are, allegedly, a generation bloated with self-absorption and lacking in attention span,...

Our View: Wilson for SGA president

Our View March 6, 2012

The past year for the Student Government Association has been one highlighted with corruption, leading to seven SGA officials, including the president, resigning. In determining the candidate most deserving...

Our View: Collins for vice president for Academic Affairs

Our View: Collins for vice president for Academic Affairs

Our View March 5, 2012

For the position of vice president for Academic Affairs, the editorial board endorses A. J. Collins because of his applicable experience and planned initiatives for UA Academic Affairs. His plans to expand...

Our View: Chandler Wright for vice president for Student Affairs

Our View: Chandler Wright for vice president for Student Affairs

Our View March 5, 2012

For the position of vice president for Student Affairs, the editorial board is endorsing Chandler Wright. Ultimately, the choice for Wright is based on her plan to transition the Office of Student Affairs...