Opinion

COVID commencement: how social distancing has impacted graduation ceremonies

Autumn Hawkins

Winthrop University’s plan for the December 2020 graduation ceremony is to socially distance as much as possible due to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases. “As we continue to…

Progressive: A misunderstood label

Sean Miller

Progressivism, as a term used in contemporary politics, is often misunderstood and has a negative connotation by conservatives who view the world through an ideological lens. Republican commentators such as…

Notebooks and nose swabs: the debate on education during COVID-19

Autumn Hawkins

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many students have been given the choice to either learn remotely or in person. At the beginning of quarantine, parents of young students realized…

Numb to the numbers

The Johnsonian

As the pandemic continues, society is growing numb to the impact it has had on 2020. Since this past July, the White House’s actions have indicated that President Trump…

Historical times calls for historical unity

Mary Hicks

By Kamala Harris making history as the first woman and woman of color to be elected Vice President, most are inspired, but some may feel threatened. With this victory for…

LGBTQ+ representation in politics: why it matters

Autumn Hawkins

The 2020 election has given the United States a step toward inclusive politics as three newly elected government officials are setting records. In Delaware, Democrat Sarah McBride was elected…

Are There Real Benefits to Honor Societies?

Jeb Bartlett

For hundreds of years honor societies have been seen as prestigious foundational institutions that seek out those who are in the top of their respective fields and offer various benefits…

Amy Coney Barrett: a product of privilege

Mary Hicks

One of the biggest political issues in 2020 has been the nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court of the United States. Despite her lack of judicial…

What’s up with Jerry Falwell Jr.?

Allison Reynolds

Liberty University, a private evangelical university located in Lynchburg, Virgina, has been receiving a lot of attention after the recent resignation of their president, Jerry Falwell Jr. Liberty, which…

Success and sexuality: are strong women really less likely to find a partner?

Autumn Hawkins

When beginning a new relationship, it can be difficult to accept traits about our partners that may not necessarily align with our own personalities. However, this should not be…