Category: Opinion

Tangents and Tirades

VenNO: Why I Prefer Paper Money In the last few years, Venmo, a money transferring app, has become increasingly popular. But the rise in the popularity of Venmo has had a tragic consequence: the phasing out of paper money. Admittedly, I have a Venmo account. I find it necessary to have one as a college […]

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New Year, Same Story: Why Body-Related Resolutions are Detrimental

As a society, we love the idea of a do-over, a second chance to become the people we wish to be. The notion of “new year, new me” provides the opportunity to follow through, even if only temporarily, on goals we have for ourselves. Every Jan. 1, the inevitable tide of new year’s resolutions comes […]

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Destination or Destitution?: Closing the Gap Between Resort Area Tourists and Locals

Pink sands, turquoise waters, and palm trees are what one envisions when thinking of Cancún, Mexico or Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Thousands flock to the Caribbean and Central American resorts for a tropical getaway, full of sun and endless cocktails. Outside of the walls of the resorts, which most often serve foreigners, life for the […]

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Post-Abroad Blues: Are They Real?

Studying abroad is one of the most incredible and enlightening experiences that an undergraduate student can have during their college career.  The ability to travel to multiple countries and explore different cultures allows one to experience self-growth as well as appreciation and understanding of other cultures.   However, just like all good things, it must […]

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The War(ren) on Female Politicians: Media Harms Warren’s Campaign for Presidency

On December 31, 2018, Elizabeth Warren released a video announcing her plan to launch an exploratory campaign for the 2020 presidential election.  Warren is the harbinger of an inevitable surge of campaign announcements from prominent Democrats, and according to boston.com, the 2020 election may include as many as two dozen Democratic candidates.  However, Warren’s announcement […]

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Tangents and Tirades

Bring Cash Back to Slavin Ticket Office This past Wednesday, Providence College students received an email regarding a new policy for purchasing tickets at the Slavin Ticket Office.  Starting this semester, students will only be able to purchase tickets with PC Cash. Previously, students had the option to purchase tickets with regular cash.  It is […]

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Donate Your Time This Christmas: Giving Back in Non-Monetary Ways

  by Katherine Belbusti ’22 Opinion Staff There is something about the Christmas season that puts so many people in a good mood. With the exception of the occasional scrooge, the holiday season brings out the best in a lot of us. Specifically, the holiday season sparks an overwhelming urge to give back and do […]

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Donate Your Time This Christmas: Giving Back in Non-Monetary Ways

  by Katherine Belbusti ’22 Opinion Staff There is something about the Christmas season that puts so many people in a good mood. With the exception of the occasional scrooge, the holiday season brings out the best in a lot of us. Specifically, the holiday season sparks an overwhelming urge to give back and do […]

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Checking Your Privilege at PC: PC Democrats Event Inspires Discussion About Social Issues

by Bridget Blain ’19 Opinion Staff Even though college is often considered to be the final step before entering the “real world,” college campuses can often feel like their own little private world. The priorities of academic life and involvement with clubs on campus can lead to students not being fully aware of what is […]

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An Opportunity for Inclusion: Embracing non-Catholic Religious Holidays

by Emily Ball ’22 Opinion Staff Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Boxing Day, Chinese New Year—all of these holidays are part of various religions and cultures and there are millions who celebrate them. As a Dominican institution, Providence College celebrates Christmas. Various Christmas-themed events take place and Christmas trees decorate most buildings. However, PC should celebrate and respect […]

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