When I first thought about UT and OU leaving the conference, the last thing I thought about was how it would affect Texas’ economy and schools.

On Aug. 13, Baylor announced new protocols for COVID-19, which require masks in classrooms and labs and implemented twice weekly testing for those without an exemption. Its precautions, while certainly better than nothing, are a stark departure from the caution of last year’s response and can be characterized only as a weak and irresponsible attempt to curb the greatest public health crisis of our time.

Dorm life is … special. It’s a rite of passage every freshman must experience. However, going into my sophomore year and living in a house, I can say that I enjoy my situation much, much more.

In this industry, you are more likely to feel discouraged than encouraged. So now I am here, three years into pursuing a passion of mine that is slowly fading.

The vaccine works, but this article explains why people may be hesitant to taking it, and why that position is more than ok.

Editorial boards are a common part of journalism that is commonly mistaken by readers. Even The New York Times published a breakdown of what an editorial board is and what it looks like in an effort to bring clarity to its audience—our goal is to do the same.