The Gator

Op-Ed: Stop Romanticizing LGBTQ+ Relationships

Grace Papas examines LBGTQ+ relationships. Photo purchased from Bigstock.com.

Grace Papas, Writer • January 14, 2021

We need to build conversations around making queer people feel safe and confident—no matter their relationship status.

Op-Ed: Skiing During COVID-19

A view of Loon Mountain. Photo by Karly Hamilton '21.

Kate Hirschen, Writer • January 13, 2021

Skiers and snowboarders often wear face coverings for warmth, so the implementation of masks does not hugely impact the experience.

Op-Ed: Breaking The Ballet Body Taboo

Kozhemiakin has been dancing since age four. Photo courtesy of Michal Kathleen.

Natalie Kozhemiakin, Writer • January 13, 2021

The notorious ideals of the ballet world are everywhere you go, and there is an unhealthy standard of a skeletal figure that encapsulates its culture.

Op-Ed: Giving Back to The Jimmy Fund

Zoe Kaplan, Senior Writer • January 11, 2021

This year has put a lot of things into perspective, and I want to give back to The Jimmy Fund.

Op-Ed: Complacency Is Harmful Under Biden Administration

President-elect Joe Biden and Vice Preisdnet-elect Kamala Harris during a 2019 campaign rally. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Kolja Westhues, Writer • January 8, 2021

People need to hold their elected officials accountable, including President-Elect Joe Biden.

Op-Ed: My Greek New Years

An orange cake that Papas's grandmother and her housekeeper made. Photo courtesy of Grace Papas.

Grace Papas, Writer • January 8, 2021

My family celebrates the new year with traditions that are special to my Greek heritage.

Op-Ed: Teaching and learning amid false claims of voter fraud

Photo illustration purchased from Bigstock.com.

Karly Hamilton and David Cutler • January 7, 2021

Disagreement can be civil. I know because I often have views contrary to those of my classmates, and we can communicate and listen to each other with respect and open-mindedness.