There is no way to sugarcoat this – life during a pandemic is less than ideal, and attending college during these times is even less ideal. It is okay and appropriate to take the time to be frustrated and complain to each other, but now…
Posts published in “Editorial”
Every year, more schools are doing away with traditional homecoming kings and queens, instead opting to recognize students in other, more meaningful ways. Awarding gender-based titles can come across as insensitive and exclusive in today’s social climate, especially considering many students here at Bradley identify…
This two-week quarantine is giving the university administration and students a chance to step back and re-evaluate the approach to this semester. There is no doubt the university has put thoughtful plans in place to mitigate the spread of the disease. Contact tracing efforts, while…
By now, everyone has heard “stay 6 feet apart,” “wear a mask” and “wash your hands,” but living through a pandemic is about more than just social distancing and a piece of fabric. We, as students, have to be responsible, hold each other accountable and…
Our staff has compiled a list of our top places to visit in Peoria. Whether someone is new to the area or just looking to explore outside of campus, these picks are a great starting point. The Rock Island Trail – Conor McEntee The Rock…
President Stephen Standifird’s June 2 statement to students, which was titled “Bradley University statement regarding racial tensions and violence” was 264 words long, excluding the introduction and signature. The follow-up apology to the statement, issued three days later after students and alumni took to social…
Double thumbs down: COVID-19
People who are familiar with the world of higher education know that there has been looming stress about enrollment among colleges and universities across the nation, even before the COVID-19 pandemic. Bradley projected a $9 million operational deficit before the pandemic. Shortly after the university…
As the outbreak of COVID-19 has evolved into a national emergency, countless schools have taken actions to keep their students at home, some extending spring breaks, switching to online classes and many even canceling the semester all together. For some students, this stay-at-home period, ironically,…
Dear Readers, As the spreading of the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to impact many aspects of our lifes, Bradley University has recently made the decision to transition to online classes after one week of extension to the spring break. And obviously, The Scout will also be…