Views on the News: Syrian conflict
The United Nations estimates that over 60,000 people have died in the Syrian civil war that began as anti-government protests and has been raging for nearly two years.
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Jonathan Roth '14 passes away at 21
Jonathan Roth '14, of Teaneck, N.J., passed away Sunday. He was 21. "He was a dear member of our community and will be greatly missed," said Brandeis Orthodox Organization President Ethan Stein in an email to the Orthodox community Sunday evening. Roth took a leave of absence from Brandeis for the fall semester and was not on campus when he died, according to Bill Burger, associate vice president for communications. Roth, an Economics major, according to his LinkedIn profile, had been a member of the Brandeis Libertarian Conservative Union and BOO. Sammy Ballan '14 said of his close friend and roommate, "Through thick and thin, your integrity and good natured charisma were constantly an inspiration.
EDITORIAL: Consider January term
As students prepare to leave the University campus for winter break, many are looking forward to the three weeks during which they will be unencumbered by coursework, club listservs and campus jobs.
EDITORIAL: Open new study spaces
As another semester comes to a close, students will once again encounter the stressful obligations inherent in preparing for final examinations.
VIEWS ON THE NEWS: Palestinian U.N. bid
Michael Kosowsky '14 I think that the U.N.
EDITORIAL: Consider quality in dining bids
Colleges in a campus enviroment have a unique responsibility in addition to offering a quality education; providing a high standard of living for their students.
EDITORIAL: Senate disappoints
The Student Union Senate is an organization that, first and foremost, strives to serve the needs of the Brandeis community. Each senator is tasked with the goal of representing his or her constituents, and among his or her primary duties, to aim to advocate for these students during Senate meetings. However, this board believes these needs are not being served.
EDITORIAL: Support our teams
Throughout the years, Brandeis has established itself in the higher education sphere with its intensive research qualities, a strong focus on a well-rounded liberal arts education and the small community atmosphere. As of late however, the University has most significantly made a name for itself with the performances of our athletic teams, particularly last weekend. This board congratulates both the men's and women's soccer teams on not only making their respective NCAA tournaments, but making it to the Sweet Sixteen, otherwise known as the third round in which the remaining 16 teams compete for the championship title. In addition, we commend the volleyball team on its valiant effort in the Eastern College Athletic Conference Division III New England Tournament, making it to the championship game. This board is delighted to see the increase in student body support for our athletic teams. The two men's soccer games at home this past weekend had a combined attendance of 1,000 people.
EDITORIAL: Continue Sandy relief
Two weeks ago, Hurricane Sandy hit the East Coast. Many Brandeis students' families have been affected in some way by this natural disaster. According to Senior Vice President for Students and Enrollment Andrew Flagel, 27 percent of Brandeis' student body is from either New York or New Jersey, the states hit hardest by the hurricane. This board appreciates the efforts of the University, faculty and students in response to the storm. We recognize the community's continued work to support the student body both fiscally and psychologically in light of the hurricane. That being said, the efforts could have been initiated sooner and more comprehensively. In response to the hurricane, Student Events raised $320 in relief efforts through solicited donations at events like SCRAM JAM and the men's soccer game this past weekend. To bolster these efforts, we encourage the student body to purchase bracelets bearing the name "Sandy," which will be sold by the Student Union in coming weeks with all proceeds going toward the hurricane relief efforts. We also appreciate that Students For a Just and Stable Future held a candlelit march supporting the victims and relating the issue of fossil fuels to the hurricane. However, these relief efforts should have started sooner.
EDITORIAL: Challenges lie ahead
This board believes that the citizens of the United States have made the right decision by reelecting President Barack Obama last night.
Despite allegations of racism and misconduct, Carol Simon reinstated
A note from the editor regarding Carol Simon and BWBB
Predicting top five picks of the 2024 WNBA draft
Unearthing Hozier’s ‘Unheard’ gems
“They Haven’t Done Their Homework.”