Commentary Temple, expand paid parental leave for all employees 27 February 2024 Valeria Uribe A student argues about the importance of changing the current paid parental leave policies.
Commentary Break the stigma: It’s time to talk about teen dating violence 19 February 2024 Valeria Uribe A student argues about the importance of discussing dating violence and how to recognize some of the signs.
Featured I have acne, and that’s okay 05 February 2024 Valeria Uribe A student reflects on her experiences with acne and how she has learned to accept the condition of her skin.
Commentary International students deserve equal access to online classes 30 January 2024 Valeria Uribe A student argues that the Department of Homeland Security should lift the restrictions on online classes for international college students.
Featured Learning to navigate life as an overthinker 22 January 2024 Valeria Uribe A student reflects on her tendency to overthink and how she learned to cope with it.
Commentary Temple’s support to first-generation students should start before they apply 08 January 2024 Valeria Uribe A student argues that Temple should join the Common App’s direct admissions program to make the college application process easier for first-generation students.
Commentary Fidget toys belong in the classroom 14 December 2023 Valeria Uribe and Chase Gilroy Two students argue about the importance of incorporating fidget toys in learning spaces.
Featured THE ESSAYIST 2023: A Day That Defines You 05 December 2023 Claire Zeffer and Valeria Uribe The Temple News’ 2023 Edition of The Essayist answers the question: What happened on a day that defines you?
Featured The impromptu end of my need to plan 05 December 2023 Valeria Uribe A student reflects on how a spontaneous trip on July 5, 2022, led her to realize the importance of unplanned experiences.
Commentary It’s okay to not be “healthy” all the time 26 November 2023 Valeria Uribe A student argues it’s important to not get caught up in advice and recommendations from health influencers on social media.