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Sports betting: A gamble for student athletes

In 1992, the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) went into effect federally, banning sports betting across the United States. Then, in 2018, the Supreme Court repealed the ban, giving states and organizations authority over the matter. The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), overseeing…

The next horror blockbuster shouldn’t be a sidewalk

One of Bradley’s biggest draws for potential students is the campus’s practicality. With the furthest buildings less than a mile away from one another, the walkability of the premises is one of the most convenient aspects of the university. But walkability doesn’t always mean accessibility.…

Actions need to speak louder than words – and gunshots

There is no more “tomorrow it could be Bradley.” It is Bradley, ever since a shot was fired on the third floor of Geisert Hall on Sunday morning. Though reports clarified it wasn’t the typical American school shooting, the incident still brings up a sore…

Picking the perfect provost

In April, Bradley hired the 13th university president in the school’s history.  But a significant leadership position remained vacant. The university has operated with an interim provost since the end of the 2023-24 academic year. In other words, a placeholder has held the position of…

Bradley students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Just over halfway through Hispanic Heritage Month, Bradley students have done everything they can to make the time special. Spanning from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, Hispanic Heritage Month encompasses a large portion of the independence days of multiple Latin American countries. The Association of…

Creativity on campus deserves to be witnessed

In the last week, Bradley has exhibited the works of several artists on campus. From university alumna and Broadway star Morgan Siobhan Green, to a flute-and-piano faculty recital, supporting Bradley’s arts has never been easier. Investing in the arts at an educational institution like this…

America’s classrooms are becoming crime scenes

Charlie Kirk’s assassination in Utah and the shooting at Evergreen High School in Denver on Wednesday highlight a significant issue in America. Gun violence at schools has become far too common. According to CNN, there have been 47 school shootings this year, leaving 19 people…

Generative AI vs. general AI

Artificial intelligence has been on the rise for years, but we’ve reached a point where it’s impossible to ignore. As we continue to find new uses for AI and it weaves deeper into our daily lives, we’re forced to decide whether to embrace or reject…

Thumbs up, thumbs down spring 2025

With the last week of classes next week and finals season looming, it’s clear the end of the semester is upon us. The Scout staff is reflecting on the various happenings on and around Bradley’s campus, determining what deserves a thumbs up, thumbs middle or…

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