I think you should skip your family’s Thanksgiving and come to my Friendsgiving instead. It’s Bring Your Own Mask, and there will be more than enough food to go around. Fair warning though, if a Thanksgiving dinner that is both gluten- and meat-free is more offensive to you than your distant cousins’ political beliefs, you may just want to bite the bullet and go home instead.
Collegian editors predict aftermath of 2020 election
While results of this election may still be unknown, the 2020 presidential election will doubtlessly impact many facets of our lives in the United States. These are some of the predictions of how life will change from The Butler Collegian Editorial Staff, in their areas of expertise.
Students’ mental health marred by COVID-19 isolation
Floppy disc disposal, Dick Hamm’s retirement notice and a homogenous array of job fair schedules were just a few of the items topping the university’s “Butler Today” listserv during the first months of the semester. But while students looking to recycle their unwieldy collection of pre-Y2K technology had no issue finding resources to help them, students in desperate need of mental health resources during a global pandemic were left in the dark.
Admiration and appreciation for Butler faculty members
Butler faculty have had to deal with more than anyone could have possibly expected this semester. I’m here to encourage students to treat them with grace and understanding.
Letter to the Editor: It’s not a conflict — against anti-Semitism and in support of Palestinian rights
The Butler Collegian accepts letters to the editor from all members of the Butler community. Additionally, The Butler Collegian does not aim to push messaging in any of its news coverage. Dear Butler Community, Over the past few weeks, Butler students all over campus have heard about issues related to Palestine and Israel. You may…
Barbecue and You: A journey of self-discovery through smoked meat
Self-appointed food critics Emory Lietz and Connor White test yet another little-known local eatery. From bus seats to pecan pie, Hank’s Smoked Brisket is an experience unlike any other.
Losing steam this semester?
Colder temperatures are moving in and with them, a need to be cozy and a lack of motivation. I know you want to shove it all aside and watch Gilmore Girls for the rest of the semester, but fight that urge. We aren’t here for that much longer!
The patriarchy lives on — in the world and in our heads
The disempowerment of survivors of sexual violence is just one tactic that patriarchal structures rely on to remain in power.
‘COVID Concern’ reporting feature at Butler University causes student stress
While this feature is meant to protect students, it is creating another problem in itself: an underlying subculture of distrust among students who fear this tool might be weaponized against them.
A playlist fit for fall 2020
While pumpkin spice body wash may take fall a little too far, there should not be any shame in enjoying the season. Instead, embrace it in all its earthy, pleasantly-decaying glory. Here are 10 songs to really immerse yourself in the present ephemeral moment.