Tag: Against the Current

Due to the fact most people’s time goes either toward work or sleep, it’s rare that one can find time to devote themselves to charitable work. Since most people can’t…

In the past year, we have seen countless events of police brutality, corruption and racism which have left a major wound in the psyche of many Americans, especially those directly…

When I first began my time here at Portland State, I was hopelessly optimistic that my education was worth the investment and would put me ahead in life. As my…

I never thought I would have to write about a water rights issue here in Oregon. In a state where recycling is more widely practiced than Christianity, you’d think that…

Sexual assault awareness month is coming to a close, but Portland State still has a lot left to talk about in regard to this issue and how we talk about it….

Like many Americans, I had almost forgotten that the state of Indiana was a place that demanded my attention, let alone that it was a place that existed. Sadly, my…

Here in the United States it is important for elected officials to appeal to their voting base with issues that are concerning to them. Oftentimes these issues are related to…

Recently there was a lot of hullabaloo at Reed College over issues of free speech, classroom etiquette, trigger warnings and how colleges should handle classroom discussions. The controversy involved a…

I’m well aware that issues such as the price of tuition are complex and that it would be difficult to assign blame for the most recent increase solely on the…

In recent years, majoring in the social sciences has become like the talkative and neurotic boyfriend or girlfriend you’re ashamed to introduce to your parents. I’m sure every person who…

On Feb. 12, over 500 college students from all over Oregon went to Salem in order to show their support for higher education on the steps of the capitol building….