Commentary - The Temple News

Increase suicide hotline staff to help more people

29 March 2022 Wendy Garcia

Two students argue the suicide hotline must increase answering capacity to be effective.

All Temple Students should utilize alumni networks

29 March 2022 Giovanna Cicalese

A student argues their peers should be making alumni connections in order to advance their careers.

Temple University students, donate to Cherry Pantry

15 March 2022 Julia Merola

A student argues that their peers should be involved with the pantry through donations or volunteering.

Gendered language reinforces stereotypes for everyone

15 March 2022 Wendy Garcia

A student argues that gendered language is harmful because of the gender beliefs it perpetuates.

Give back to female health care workers during Women’s History Month

12 March 2022 Julia Merola and Sophia Reis

Two students argue that, in honor of this year’s Women’s History Month theme, students should be donating their time and advocating for health care workers as a way to give back.

Talking about dating violence can help prevent it

27 February 2022 Sophia Reis and Wendy Garcia

Students argue that having frequent conversations on dating violence and healthy relationships can be effective in preventing it from occurring.

Temple University students need to be more sustainable

22 February 2022 Anne Gleason and Julia Merola

Two students argue that their peers must get more involved in sustainability efforts on campus.

Raising the minimum wage is necessary for all Pennsylvanians

22 February 2022 Molly Fiske

A student argues that the minimum wage should be raised for all Pennsylvania employees.

Entry-level requirements disadvantage recent graduates

22 February 2022 Julia Merola

A student argues that employers should not request years of experience from graduates.

Students must support TAUP in a better future for Temple

20 February 2022 Wendy Garcia

A student argues that their peers must support the union through organizing events and sharing their mission.