Give it a thought: COVID-19 exposes government mistrust, individualism problems

America has been known as a country of devout individualism since its foundation, with Alexis De Tocqueville commenting in 1835 in “Democracy In America” that the country breeds the dangers of “rugged individualism,” leading to majoritarian politics. 

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Give it a thought commentary: Do you have a minute?

A few weeks ago, I was walking across the academic quad in front of the library when I came across a middle-aged man and his two daughters handing out little pamphlets. Now my initial reactions were both of intrigue and a desire to keep on walking past as quickly as possible. 

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Give it a thought commentary: SU must commit to Counseling Center

I sat in the Harley Hall Multi-Purpose Room for Shippensburg University’s President’s Hour Oct. 7. This is an opportunity for students to share their feedback with the university president and her executive management team. 

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Give it a thought commentary: Informed voting for upcoming election

There have been massive pushes for people, particularly college students to get out and vote across the country and right here on our college campus.

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Give it a thought commentary: SU’s return is about students

The COVID-19 coronavirus has ravaged all over the world, leaving companies, governments and institutions with many challenging decisions to make including balancing financial vitality, health and continuing to deliver their mission. 

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Give it a thought commentary: Vote for something, not against something

With the upcoming election only 70 days away, Americans are left with an important choice to make: Who to vote for. 

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Give it a thought: New cameras aid in bringing justice

Shippensburg University has had pressure from students in the past year to add additional security and surveillance in and around our residence halls in order to address incidents occurring in the buildings as well as to prevent future problems. 

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Give it a thought: The American way of life vs American lives

In “The Thirteen American Arguments,” Howard Fineman covers questions and topics that Americans have been debating since the founding of our nation. The topics include “What is a person?” and the extent of presidential power. 

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Give it a thought: Remember nonprofits during coronavirus pandemic

State governments are forcing most businesses to close, including some nonprofits, as a result of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. 

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Give it a thought: SU should offer online alternative for COVID-19, not mandate it

The coronavirus (COVID-19) has led the world into an unnecessary panic bolstered by a news and social media frenzy throwing myths around. 

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