Opinion

We endorsed a Democrat — here’s why that’s a big deal

The Rice University Young Democrats typically don’t endorse candidates in Democratic primaries. Here's why we did.

Editorial Cartoon: Inner workings of the SA

Editorial: The ideal Beer Bike is 10 bikers at 8 a.m.

Though not all of the proposed changes are moves in the right direction, we applaud the efforts to continue making Beer Bike a campus-wide event that is both safe and fun.

Don’t call me ‘queer’: A reaction to the sexist, homophobic and transphobic rhetoric of the ‘Virginity’ study

“What is Virginity, Anyway?” employed ignorant and outdated language and theory to frame sexuality and gender identity. In doing so, the feature reinforced harmful sexist, homophobic and transphobic ideology.

Letter to the Editor: In Defense of Rice Men’s Basketball

Rice men’s basketball is still worth our time. In response to last week’s column in the Thresher sports section, “A midwinter airing of grievances” (Jan. 23, 2018), I would like to highlight the simple resiliency of this year’s team. 

The Utility of Knowledge

Because of my academic interests (philosophy and psychology), I have often experienced others questioning the usefulness of the knowledge produced by these disciplines. 

Is it art if I don't like it?

LTTE:​ ‘Origin, 135 Degrees’, a platform of decadence

And so the legacy of ill-conceived art funded by Rice University continues. 

LTTE: ​MLK Day float’s purpose far transcends its appearance

Four years ago, I became a float rider and recruiter for members of the Association of Rice University Black Alumni to represent Rice University in the Martin Luther King Jr. parade. I vividly recall the first time I saw the Rice float. It reminded me of a rickety wooden heap. I said to myself, “Is this it?”

Editorial: SA resolution on international students aligns with important university goals

If Rice truly hopes to form a student body both representative of and enriching to its broader community, then this resolution is a certain step toward achieving such an outcome. 

Under the bus

Editorial: ​Open doors should be encouraged, not fined

Door propping is like underage drinking: The university technically doesn’t allow it, there might be some associated risks, and yet a large portion of students do it anyway. 

KISS M(e): Keep It Simple, Social Movements: Stop Using Imprecise Language

All too often, I see my peers discourse about important issues with jargon and buzzwords that sound nice but don’t explain their viewpoints.

Letter to the Editor: Let's be honest about student philanthropy

We are overwhelmingly thankful to attend Rice University. After three and a half years, we have learned, grown and experienced more than we ever dreamed was possible.

Editorial: Response to the Jan. 10 Backpage

In the Jan. 10 print edition of the Rice Thresher, our popular satirical “Backpage” consisted of a series of fake advertisements that looked to poke fun at different events going on at Rice and in the world at large. One of these “ads” related to the upcoming holiday of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 

Editorial: ​Let’s be honest about why Rice Owls must “give back”

Every year, the Rice Annual Fund solicits donations from students for the Rice Owls Give Back campaign (see p. 1). Many students, however, aren’t sure why they should donate in addition to the thousands in tuition they already pay.

Rice must "give" back

​A student artist’s response to the culture erasing our names

So, here’s a fact about artists: You are not doing us a favor by commissioning our work. You are not giving us the gift of “exposure.”

Moving on

On to new things: Hutch, Bailiff, and Salento

​Editorial: SA president must represent all student opinions

Onwenu should ensure that his presentation of the proposal to the CUC is nuanced and representative of the diverse opinions expressed through this process, both for and against.