Opinion
Opinion: In the face of a global climate emergency, Western must divest from fossil fuels
It’s past time the university acted on behalf of future Mountaineers, heeding the call from scientists and divesting Western from fossil fuels,
Editorial: In defense of diversity at Western — and across the higher education landscape
Amidst fervent attacks on affirmative action and the overlying concept of diversity, Western should redouble its efforts to recruit, retain, and graduate a diverse student body.
Opinion: Young Coloradans should consider joining service programs like AmeriCorps — and decisionmakers should expand opportunities to serve
The civic, career, and social benefits of service programs like AmeriCorps have much to offer for Centennial State youth — granting opportunities to travel, build skills, and experiment with prospective new life paths.
Opinion: Public academic institutions are in fiscal trouble, but turning to private donors carries its own set of risks
In an age of declining public investment and increasing costs, Colorado’s universities have increasingly turned to donors to stay solvent, and competitive.
Opinion: Western must adapt to foster and encourage diversity in a changing era of higher education
The fundamental nature of college education is changing rapidly. That transformation extends to the demographics of the students themselves.
An editor’s farewell (sort of)
A parting message from Top’s 2021-2022 editor.
Opinion: Western has a moral duty to lead on climate action
A call to action on climate change.
Opinion: Place-based instruction should be top priority for Western’s future
Western should lean into its unique academic setting to maximize student value.
Opinion: Western should prioritize academic collaboration, interdisciplinary education
Blending various academic programs on campus can serve to strengthen Western, and create well-rounded, programs that prepare students for a complex world.
Opinion: Mountaineers — don’t dismiss the ongoing risks of Covid-19
Mountaineers have a duty to protect their peers by continuing to act responsibly during the pandemic.
Opinion: With Western’s heavy faculty and staff workloads, something’s got to give
The culture of work at Western is not sustainable over the long term.
Opinion: With incoming President Baca, patience is key
Patience and an open mind are paramount in evaluating soon-to-be President Baca’s performance moving forward.
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