Columns - The Temple News

Students, don’t overspend this back-to-school season

27 August 2024 Bradley McEntee

A student urges their peers to be more mindful when shopping for the upcoming school year, as it can prove to be very expensive and wasteful if done impulsively.

Temple, give greater clarity on tuition increases

27 August 2024 McCaillaigh Rouse

A student argues Temple’s need for greater communication and clarity in tuition increases.

Temple must mandate booster shots now, not wait for the city

30 December 2021 Lawrence Ukenye

The Editor-in-Chief of The Temple News argues that Temple University should require COVID-19 booster shots to slow the spread of the Omicron variant.

Temple’s students need to know how to use self-defense

26 October 2021 Julia Merola

A student argues that Temple should be informing students about self-defense programs.

Temple Student Government, set realistic goals for initiatives

15 October 2021 Julia Merola

A student argues that Temple Student Government should not make promises they can’t keep.

An S or U is not good enough for students’ midterm reports

12 October 2021 Jetta Holiday

A student argues that Temple should change their progress reports to be more detailed.

Learning North Philadelphia’s history contextualizes crime

14 September 2021 Julia Merola

Students must recognize the historical reasons for violence in North Philadelphia neighborhoods.

Anti-abortion restrictions are dangerous for Temple students

14 September 2021 Julia Merola

A student argues that anti-abortion laws will negatively impact college students if they are passed.

Professors, look for more affordable textbook options

09 September 2021 Stella Rodriguez

A student argues that professors should try to relieve financial stress by finding affordable options for textbooks.

The end is in sight, but not quite: double mask

13 April 2021 Ryan Zajdel

A student argues that double masking will help limit COVID-19 transmission into the spring.