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Editorial: Establishing an effective discourse establishes a democracy

Throughout the fall semester, despite the inability to meet in-person, the Bradley community and student organizations have compiled a notable push to host events related to this year’s 2020 presidential election. On Oct. 20, Bradley’s Black Alumni Alliance (BUBAA) in partnership with several other organizations…

Editorial: Spring break should not be eliminated entirely

Although the news of spring break’s elimination was announced on Oct. 9, the conversations on the possible repercussions have not stopped.  As students, we have felt the impact of not having a fall break, and our staff believes the toll on mental health that took…

Editorial: With holidays in the mix, it’s time to change habits

As the semester progresses from the university enforced two-week quarantine, the number of positive cases has been very low. However, with the holiday season coming and the winter months following along, there are a lot of opportunities for cases to rise. All it took for…

Editorial: Replacing Columbus, does it need to be a statue?

The Peoria Park District Board of Trustees voted 4-2 on Sept. 23 to remove the statue of Christopher Columbus in Laura Bradley Park. In the last week, the statue has been removed. It’s one of many Columbus statues to come down in the United States…

Editorial: Spring semester planning could give students more schedule control

University president Stephen Standifird announced plans for the 2021 spring semester on Wednesday and while it may feel disappointing that hybrid model classes will continue, they’re also necessary given the current state of our world. Unless a vaccine or herd immunity is achieved, social distancing…

Editorial: It’s time for a new homecoming tradition

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…

Editorial: A new campus motto: be proactive

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…

Editorial: Save your semester by thinking about others

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…

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