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Opinion | Our quads suck, and here’s why
We have a lot to be proud of when we look at our quads. They are beautiful places to rest and relax, a classic part of the college experience and even ranked among the best in the country. They’re also...
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Opinion | Music charts are killing the music industry
Drake is an artist who is synonymous with modern pop culture. His origins from “Degrassi” pushed him into the limelight, and his fast success in rap music only elevated him to the star status he...
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Opinion | Time alone is not time wasted
I spent the month before moving in asking my parents for advice on making the most of my college experience. And, of course, I got a lot of generic answers: Manage your time, study hard and join new...
View ArticleOpinion | Why ‘SpongeBob’ matters
My grandfather was a marine zoologist specializing in mollusks. He often told me about his work in identifying and classifying shells in India, and he was thrilled when I told him I was interested in...
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Opinion | Keep the Oxford comma in our newspapers
When I first joined The Daily Illini, I was excited to take my first step into the world of journalism and writing. I was shocked, however, to find that my trusty friend the Oxford comma would not be...
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DI Voices | A move to Manhattan
Since I’ve gotten to the University of Illinois, I’ve answered a plethora of icebreakers: What’s my major? Where do I live? What’s my favorite food? But one of the questions that often stumps me is...
View ArticleOpinion | Consider the hidden beauty of the Midwest
Of all of the regions of the United States, the Midwest is often the most forgotten and the least loved. The phrase “from sea to shining sea” does little to highlight our corner of the country, and...
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Opinion | Weighing in on the art restitution debate
The British Museum recently put out a call for a new director. As one of the foremost museums in the world, this position is highly valued and respected. At least, it used to be. In recent months, the...
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Opinion | Change your voting address to CU
As an out-of-state student, my college experience often differs greatly from those who call Illinois their home. Often, my friends can choose to go home on a given weekend if they need something from...
View ArticleOpinion |‘Freedom of thought’ is losing its meaning
You may have yet to hear of the University of Austin. Different from the University of Texas at Austin, UATX will welcome its inaugural class this fall. Exploring its website reveals a common theme:...
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Satire | Opinion | Become part of the pro-death movement today
I’ve never been one to partake in political debates. I just can’t be bothered to care about our future president, my local senator or the livelihood and freedoms of millions of citizens in one of the...
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