OPINION
The summer slump no one talks about
By Miranda Simpson | Jul. 31Burnt out in the sun? You’re not alone. Here's how to break the cycle.
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OPINION
Welcome to Madison: Where students help lead the city
By MGR Govindarajan | Jul. 31At the heart of Madison, learning and leadership come together to amplify student voices in local government.
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Letter from the ASM Chair: In times of fear, let’s choose each other
By Landis Varughese, Chair of the Associated Students of Madison | Jun. 23Editor’s note: Letters to the Editor and open letters reflect the opinions, concerns and views of University of Wisconsin-Madison students and community, not The Daily Cardinal. As such, the information presented may or may not be accurate.
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UW condemns Trump’s federal funding cuts. It’s not enough.
By Safa Razvi | Jun. 5Researchers are struggling, and the future of public health hangs in the balance. This isn’t just a bump in the road, it’s a direct attack on life-saving research and a targeted threat to international students whose immigration status and visas rely on a system that’s actively being dismantled. These cuts don’t just setback labs, they hit the heart of what UW-Madison stands for.
OPINION
Five tips to survive freshman year
By Ellie Zgonc | Jun. 5Nervous about starting college? This college sophomore shares five pieces of advice every freshman should take into consideration while navigating this new chapter of life.
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Letter to the Editor: What the Gaza Solidarity Encampment taught us, and what’s next
By UW-Madison Students for Justice in Palestine | Apr. 29Editor’s note: Letters to the Editor and open letters reflect the opinions, concerns and views of University of Wisconsin-Madison students and community. As such, the information presented may or may not be accurate. Letters to the Editor and open letters do not reflect the editorial views or opinions of The Daily Cardinal
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Cardinal View: Trust your local journalist. Democracy demands nothing less
By The Daily Cardinal Editorial Board | Apr. 24In a era defined by uncertainty for our democracy, it’s time to remember the undeniable value of journalism
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The new Precedent: How Elon Musk marks a new, dark shift for the GOP
By Rares Matei Puiu | Apr. 24The relationship between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk has become a defining subplot in the shifting landscape of Trump 2.0.
OPINION
To the 'reluctant' future Badger: You’ll be glad you chose Wisconsin.
By Lauren Stoneman | Apr. 24This article is for the “reluctant” Badger: in four years, you will be glad you chose to go here. Remember: it isn’t just on the university to craft an intellectually fulfilling college experience.
OPINION
Make a sustainable fashion switch. There’s real-world impact
By Safa Razvi | Apr. 17Today, the fast fashion industry is worth $114 billion. But the majority of clothes produced go to waste. While this throwaway culture is immensely profitable for corporations, it exploits workers and results in massive environmental damage. How much longer can we afford to produce cheap, quick items? The short answer? We’ve reached the end of the road.
OPINION
Make a sustainable fashion switch. There’s real-world impact
By Safa Razvi | Apr. 17Today, the fast fashion industry is worth $114 billion. But the majority of clothes produced go to waste. While this throwaway culture is immensely profitable for corporations, it exploits workers and results in massive environmental damage. How much longer can we afford to produce cheap, quick items? The short answer? We’ve reached the end of the road.
OPINION
The Western genre and American identity: 5 Western stories that help define our country
By Paul O'Gorman | Apr. 17Uncertain times can have negative impacts on our outlooks toward unique American experiences, but these narratives of cowboys and the American West can remind us of the meanings of our nation’s values.
OPINION
Letter to the Editor: Sifting and Winnowing Requires Evidence, Shared Governance Requires Responsibility
By Chad Alan Goldberg, PhD and James H. Stein, MD | Apr. 14Editor’s note: Letters to the Editor and open letters reflect the opinions, concerns and views of University of Wisconsin-Madison students and community. As such, the information presented may or may not be accurate. Letters to the Editor and open letters do not reflect the editorial views or opinions of The Daily Cardinal.
OPINION
Everyone deserves access to a basic legal education
By Blake Martin | Apr. 10For the last four years, I’ve been a member of the Mock Trial team here at the University of Wisconsin. If my time as a competitor has taught me anything, it’s this: everyone deserves access to a basic legal education. Why? Because the law is confusing, and all too often we’re led to believe we know a lot more about it than we do.
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Letter to the Editor: Speech for Me, But Not for Thee: How Disruption Has Replaced Campus Dialogue
By Jacob Bigelman | Apr. 9The disruption of Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield’s ('75 MPA) talk reveals a growing trend of selective free speech among pro-Palestinian activists.
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Trump’s deportations aren’t just cruel. They’ll also crush the American economy
By Lillie Sunby | Apr. 4In an attempt to make good on his promises, President Donald Trump as pushed for mass deportations and stricter border control, claiming his efforts will benefit the working class. But here’s the problem: the United States economy can’t function without the work of undocumented immigrants.
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Cardinal View: ICE is already knocking. UW-Madison must protect pro-Palestine students from deportation
By The Daily Cardinal Editorial Board | Apr. 3University of Wisconsin-Madison pro-Palestine students have the freedom to speak and they must have the freedom to stay. Will Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin stay silent?
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Queer spaces in Wisconsin are in danger. It’s time to go to the gay bar
By Phillip Jacobs | Mar. 20On Sunday, March 9, Wisconsin’s queer community suffered a great loss: This is It — the oldest gay bar in the state and Milwaukee’s unofficial drag hub — shut their doors without warning. This is Its' sudden closure may have come as a tragedy to queer Wisconsinites, but it shouldn’t have come as a surprise. If we want queer spaces stay open, we need to start showing up where it counts. In other words, let’s head back to the gay bar.
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A fresh American surge in cycling: Why you should tune into the Tour de France
By Owen Puckett | Mar. 20With multiple Americans now poised to make real impacts in the Tour, there’s never been a better moment for U.S. fans to give cycling a chance.
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Letter to the Editor: UW-Madison leadership must defend Columbia and U.S. higher education
By Matthew T. Hora | Mar. 19Editor’s note: Letters to the Editor and open letters reflect the opinions, concerns and views of University of Wisconsin-Madison students and community. As such, the information presented may or may not be accurate. Letters to the Editor and open letters do not reflect the editorial views or opinions of The Daily Cardinal.
