Artificial Intelligence soaks up scientific achievements…and chess wins?
Elaine Lyu, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
Filed under Opinion
Artificial intelligence, a kind of mechanical intelligence, is developing so fast that it has already been implanted in many high-tech fields in our daily life. Our human society web depends on interaction and is crisscrossed by the internet. We are experiencing problems with dealing with AI and relationships...
From Twitter to tabloids, Trump fizzles
Andrew Johnson, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
Filed under Opinion
With “Make America Great Again” as his slogan,Trump has become one of America’s most controversial leaders to have ever sat in the Oval Office. Controversial or not, the part about Trump that matters is whether he and his Republican majority are fulfilling their promises that they were elected...
Students urge action regarding plight of trafficking victims
Megan Bosshart, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
While slavery was abolished in the United States in 1856, today there are more slaves worldwide than ever before. Between 14,500 and 17,500 people are trafficked into the U.S. each year, contributing to the 20.9 million slaves worldwide. Human trafficking is one of the fastest growing criminal enterpr...
Golden Globes amplify voices of survivors
Megan Bossart, Staff Writer
February 16, 2018
Filed under Opinion
While award shows recognize the achievements of actors and actresses in Hollywood, for years red carpets have focused on designer dresses and million-dollar jewels. Events like the Golden Globes red carpet should use their high viewership to draw attention to social issues that affect the lives of people...
Referees drop the ball in terms of play safety
Andrew Johnson, Staff Writer
February 16, 2018
Filed under Opinion
Referees are authority figures that have the job of presiding over a game from a neutral point of view and making decisions to enforce the rules and keep people safe. These rules are often put in place to create a fair game and to keep the participants safe. With improper rules, a game can quickly turn ...
Sticking to guns proves difficult in cycle of violence
Natalia Fic, Opinion Editor
December 8, 2017
Filed under Opinion
“Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” These three core values serve as the foundation for U.S. citizens to live a life of prosperity and safety. However, it is impossible to attain these values if the basis of our nation’s belief system sits upon an outdated right which grants individuals ...
Yowch! Beware the cost of college
December 8, 2017
Filed under Opinion
The college admissions process is harried enough for seniors based purely on the time-consuming applications, but financial stressors and false reporting by the schools themselves have pushed this editorial staff over the edge. The cost of applications ranges from nothing—at a few small colleges and...
Protests lacking purpose prove fruitless
Andrew Johnson, Staff Writer
December 8, 2017
Filed under Opinion
Similar to the late sixties and early seventies, the modern day is full of protests. Whether it is taking a knee during the national anthem or smashing a purchased product, protesting does nothing more than bring some form of attention to the cause. One major problem with protesting is that it can be wi...
Under the Christmas tree and into the kennel
Megan Bosshart, Staff Writer
December 8, 2017
Filed under Opinion
As the holidays kick into gear, children dream of presents, and parents scramble to shop for gifts. For many children, the ideal present is an adorable kitten or a tiny puppy. This romanticized view of animals often leads people, particularly parents, to purchase a pet when they are not prepared to c...
Students break the ice across borders
Elaine Lyu, Staff Writer
November 2, 2017
Filed under Opinion
You may find it odd that international students are often found sitting together in Querbes Hall, and in the commons. Recently, I saw a post on website, an Australian asked a question about why international students, especially Chinese students, don’t like to make friends with local students. This issue...
Unique beauty must overcome conformity
Gianna Licari, Staff Writer
November 2, 2017
Filed under Opinion
In a world where lip injections and over-plumped derrières are the norm, it is hard to find a sense of natural beauty. Since 2000, the number of plastic surgeries performed, either invasive or non-surgical, has increased colossally each year. Add to that the onset of social media, most notably Inst...
News on Twitter twists fact into fiction
Andrew Johnson, Staff Writer
November 2, 2017
Filed under Opinion
Twitter and other social media platforms allow for people from around the world to connect and share ideas. But recently, media has not had the impact that many would expect of a platform where news and opinions transform freely and honestly. During major events, such as the horrific Las Vegas shoot...
Zoya Boskovic, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
Saint Viator is home to and has long celebrated the triumph of its many talented and determined athletes. The Winter sports season has demonstrated this to spectators through...
A legacy for life: more than just metal?
March 23, 2018
A student entering Saint Viator’s sports corridor is blown away by the countless number of jerseys...
March 23, 2018
Have you ever broken a bone, sprained a ligament or sustained a concussion? If you have, chances are...
Gianna Licari, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
Next February, Elton John will grace Chicago with his presence for a final time. John, 70, will be saying “Farewell” to his fans after his career spanning fifty years...
Versace assassination meets TV adaptation
March 23, 2018
March 23, 2018
Diversity now, Wakanda forever
March 23, 2018