Online bullying prevalent at USD
USD Confessions is a popular Facebook page where students can post anonymous confessions essentially about anything. I’ve never posted anything on there, but sometimes it’s simply fun to see what other people have to say. On Oct. 7, I saw one post that basically recalled the anonymous poster’s trip to Walmart and how they had […]
Expenses hinder education for middle class
As children, we tend to grow up believing that going to college is everything, and without it, no one can succeed. The problem with this mindset is that wanting to go to college means people need money — and a lot of it, depending on where they desire to go. College should not be treated as an […]
Present-day dress codes condone sexism, lack gender-neutral mindset
Dress codes have always been a constant topic of discussion which seem to spark tension among people, especially teenagers. The biggest issue with dress codes in schools is the sexist behavior they portray. Gender-neutral dress codes are how everyone should think nowadays, because it is common to see males and females not abiding by the […]
Bisexuality discrimination just as real as other sexual orientation intolerance
The LGBT community is always coming together to bring equality for people of every sexual orientation. It seems, however, that many people forget the fact that the “B” coexists in the group. It is there because it is real, and many people do not acknowledge it for what it is. The “B” in LGBT is for […]
Reversing gender stereotypes starts at a young age
When young children are in their prime and developing their entire being, a simple idea is usually planted in their brains: gender roles. This includes teaching children that girls must wear pink skirts and act cute, and boys have to be smart and tough. It’s especially hard for children and teenagers to express themselves the way they […]