Opinion

Representing the Students

Feb 13, 2012

Rather than pushing forward an aggressive redistricting plan based solely on limited turnout, members of the commission should work with students to improve student involvement in the community. 

Secrets of the Brain

Sebastian Deri  —  Feb 13, 2012

Sebastian Deri '13 reveals humans' secret overlord: the brain.

Prehistoric Flashback

Aidan Bonner  —  Feb 13, 2012

Aidan Bonner '13 finds memories in unexpected places.

The Herculean Battle for Housing

Jon Miller  —  Feb 10, 2012

Jon Miller '15 argues that though freshman vie for West Campus sophomore housing, less popular on-campus options deserve a second look.

We, The Heroes

Feb 10, 2012

As is written in The Sun’s bylaws, we shall, from time to time, address our readers and tell them of the greatest HEROES and the most despicable VILLAINS to grace our campus.

From I-80 to the Information Superhighway

Nikhita Parandekar  —  Feb 10, 2012

Nikhita Parandekar explores ways in which the Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine could put the One Health philosophy into practice. 

The Dangers of Safety Net Based Healthcare

Joshua Salvi an...  —  Feb 10, 2012

For now, we, at the Weill Cornell Community Clinic, proudly provide a safety net for those in need of healthcare in New York City. We hope some day a person’s income or current employment status will not determine the quality of their health and that no one will have to wait to go to the doctor because they are afraid of being unable to pay.

Thinking Critically About Languages

Feb 9, 2012

Nearly a year after the United States Department of Education slashed funding for “critical language programs,” the federal government has indicated that it will only continue to cut funding. The University has not yet found a way to continue to fund these 11 language programs beyond a one-year provisional basis. One option the University is considering is to offer some of these languages through collaborations with other universities. This option strikes a good compromise between keeping costs low while maintaining the breadth of curriculum Cornell is known for. 

The Emotionally Celibate Have (Some) Feelings Too

Hazel Gunapala  —  Feb 9, 2012

Bet you don't know what Hazel Gunapala '12 thinks about Valentine's Day.

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