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Do art critics still do their jobs? Opinion writer Kaleb Blizzard argues that modern arts criticism often abandons insightful critique in favor of useless pretension and deliberate misunderstanding. (Graphic by Zoe Rich)

Arts Criticism Has Gone Too Far

Zoe Rich, Graphic Designer • December 2, 2024

If you’re vaping in 2024, you’re a child. Opinion writer Joshua Abraham wants you to grow up and move on from vaping. (Graphic by Chi-Chi Zhang)

Cotton Candy Clouds

Chi-Chi Zhang, Graphic Designer • November 21, 2024

Have you become numb to the tragic and gruesome events you see online? Opinion writer Kaleb Blizzard argues that the acceptability of public recording, and the apathetic culture it enables, needs to come to a stop. (Graphic by Zoe Rich)

We Are Big Brother

Zoe Rich, Graphic Designer • November 12, 2024

Have you heard of the pitch to build a tunnel under A&M’s campus? Opinion writer Kaleb Blizzard says it would be costly and wasteful when compared to other transit options. (Graphic by Ethan Mattson)

The Aggie Loop: A Vision

Ethan Mattson, Graphic Designer • October 29, 2024

Opinion writer Joshua Abraham urges you to vote in this year's election because your vote matters (Graphic by Chi-Chi Zhang).

The 2024 Presidential Election

Chi-Chi Zhang, Graphic Designer • October 28, 2024

Your twenties are the most confusing time of your life. It's OK not to have it all figured out, says opinion columnist Maddie McMurrough. (Graphic by Zoe Rich)

The Duality of Your 20s

Zoe Rich, Graphic Designer • October 28, 2024

You’re looking at this on your phone, aren’t you? Opinion editor Charis Adkins says it's time to put down the screens and try looking around for once. (Graphic by Ingrid Perez)

Seeing the World through Your Own Eyes

Ingrid Perez, Graphic Designer • October 17, 2024

Why are we so obsessed with predicting the future? Daniel Fu explores humanity's history of failed predictions and why embracing the unknown can lead to unexpected success. (Graphic by Zoe Rich)

Black Swan: Swimming Upstream

Zoe Rich, Graphic Designer • October 17, 2024

When was the last time you said “howdy” and meant it? Opinion columnist Maddie McMurrough says you need to embrace “howdy” to earn your “Here.” (Graphic by Luniqua Louis)

Howdy: An Aggie Tradition

Luniqua Louis, Graphic Designer • October 17, 2024

The death of cinema? Opinion writer Killian Netherton polls college students’ to explain their aversion to movie theaters. (Graphic by Zoe Rich)

The death of cinema?

Zoe Rich, Graphic Designer • October 17, 2024

Did TikTok make you OCD? Opinion writer Kaleb Blizzard argues that the overuse of labels for diagnosable mental conditions can cause serious issues for those suffering from real mental problems. (Graphic by Corynn Young)

Your Brain on OCD

Corynn Young, Graphic Designer • October 17, 2024

Is the data correlating crime rising due to weather an excuse not to solve the real issues that cause crime? (Graphic by Ethan Mattson)

Crime, the sun and lots of statistics

Ethan Mattson, Graphic Designer • October 11, 2024

Things could have gone differently. (Graphic by Nikhil Vadi)

Nikhil Vadi, Design Editor • October 11, 2024

It's that time of the year again. (Graphic by Ethan Mattson)

It’s that time of year already?

Ethan Mattson, Graphic Designer • October 11, 2024

LGBTQ+ minor offered at A&M has prompted Texan Representative, Bryan Harrison to question the integrity of the leadership at A&M for allowing taxpayer dollars to be spent on the minor. (Graphic by Ethan Mattson)

A battle for the ages

Ethan Mattson, Graphic Designer • October 11, 2024