Bri Kirkham is a senior telecommunications and journalism news major and writes ‘Miss Brihavin'' for Ball State Daily.
Anna Bowman is a junior English and telecommunications major and writes ‘Film Annalysis’ for the Daily News.
Last week, the Star Press published an article by Ball State student Malachi Randolph titled “End the Witch Hunts at Ball State.” Randolph, whose series of racist tweets were published by the Daily News last year, condemns the blowback he received, as well as blowback over other incidents of public racism at Ball State, as a “witch hunt” and an example of “persecution.” This claim is horrifying and dangerous, as is the amount of support his statements have received from the student body.
Behind all actions — constructive achievements and destructive exploits alike — are people: individuals who make decisions, voice opinions and consciously interact with the world around them. We are all too quick to claim responsibility for our positive actions, those that bring affirmation, acclaim and a sense of accomplishment.
AT ISSUE: The Daily News editorial board evaluates the outgoing Student Government Association executive slate Although Cardinal Connection did not accomplish all of its platform points, the slate succeeded by adapting to solve problems and challenges. In some cases, such as the plan to open Bracken Library for 24 hours during Finals Week, the slate decided a point was not possible.
Lauren Chapman is a senior journalism news and telecommunications major and writes ‘Miss Know-It-All’ for The Daily News.
Dear Daily News, In years past, students were able to vote in categories like ‘Best Religious Hangout’ or ‘Best Religious Organization’ on ‘The Best of Ball State’. This year, you removed any type of religious organization voting completely.
Regarding "Letter to the Editor: State should place sexual orientation protection under civil rights law" (4/2/15) To the Ball State University Democrats :
Former Student Government Association President Malachi Randolph asks the university community to enact positive social change, but recognize the flaws in people.
I wouldn't say I'm an activist, but I’m opposed to people being silent on this issue because it's easier—especially at an educational institution.
The past several weeks have been trying for all of us in the university community. Monday’s announcement that Jennifer-Jones Hall was resigning to “pursue other opportunities,” came as a complete shock to me.
Back in elementary school, one of the first lessons taught to you was the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have done unto you.
While Indiana debates the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, Ball State has been dealing with its own issues of diversity and tolerance. After a student who formerly owned a Confederate flag won the John R. Emens Outstanding Senior Award, some students felt they were not being fairly represented on campus. They called for a university-wide diversity workshop; this alone demonstrates the depth of the concern about diversity on campus.
Breanna Daugherty is a sophomore photojournalism major and writes ‘In BRiEf’ for The Daily News.
Matt McKinney is a senior journalism news major and writes ‘Binge Watcher’ for the Daily News.
As the sequel to its 2012 predecessor, Hotline Miami 2 builds upon every aspect of that game to great success.
There was a time in my life when I enjoyed a drink from Starbucks fairly regularly. Though, perhaps “enjoyed” is too generous a term, because I soon realized that I was drinking that latté plastered with the green logo for purely social reasons; it didn’t even taste good.
Kendrick Lamar's new album is definitely worth talking about.
Now in its 10th year, Sunshine Week continues to promote freedom of information and open government.
Matt McKinney is a senior journalism news major and writes ‘Binge Watcher’ for the Daily News.
