Opinion

Free speech is under attack by the federal government

By Ben Ascher • November 5, 2025

Sophomore Ben Ascher discusses President Donald Trump's negative influence on broadcasting companies and how money has influence on corporations.

Young adults must be wary of increasing cyberattacks

By Samuel Radcliffe, Columnist • November 5, 2025

First-year Samuel Radcliffe outlines how cyberattacks are a significant, increasing threat to individuals and organizations. He explains it is important to be vigilant against attacks by staying informed.

IC’s new track enhances its athletics program

By The Ithacan • November 2, 2025

After nine years without an outdoor meet venue, Ithaca College’s new eight-lane, 400-meter outdoor track and field facility will significantly expand athletic and campus opportunities. The college and community should support the use, programming and overall long-term upkeep of the new track.

Holidays are crucial to ensuring international students feel at home on campus

By The Ithacan • October 31, 2025

For international students, cultural holidays are often stripped away completely by a new environment. U.S. holiday practices and campus closures can unintentionally deepen cultural disconnect and social isolation among international students. 

Ithaca locals comment on issues they are hoping to be addressed in the upcoming election

October 22, 2025

Ithaca locals comment on issues stemming from infrastructure and housing costs, to learning more about the election.

Informed local voting ensures a quality future

By The Ithacan • October 22, 2025

Ithaca locals must cast informed votes in the upcoming election to ensure the future of the city. It is important for voters to know multiple candidates' platforms to protect everyday interests and democratic representation.

Youth Engagement in local politics is crucial

By The Ithacan • October 22, 2025

Young voters need to be actively engaging with local politics in meaningful ways, rather than merely filling in a ballot. In doing so, these voters help Ithaca's policies reflect their own voices.

Safe night life is crucial to IC’s student culture

By The Ithacan • October 15, 2025

Student bars make up nightlife culture in almost every college town. Friday and Saturday nights are spent listening to music and dancing, with friends and strangers alike.  Moonies Bar and Nightclub,...

Big tech companies need to be honest about user data

By Samuel Radcliffe, Columnist • October 15, 2025

Privacy is an intrinsic part of human life. It gives us security, allows us to build trust and manage our relationships. The United Nations even formally recognized privacy as a fundamental human right...

Ithaca needs to be transparent about extra parking costs

By Olivia Ashline • October 15, 2025

“Dear Ithaca, why are you charging for parking on the weekends?”  This year, I vowed to take some space from the progressive, college-town culture I live in. My livelihood depends on locals buying...

Affordable housing in Ithaca ensures adequate lifestyles

By The Ithacan • October 15, 2025

Ithaca’s high cost of living is driven by an expensive housing market and unusually high local tax burdens that have disproportionally fallen on homeowners and renters. Major landowners like Cornell...

IC’s bands revitalize Ithaca’s local music scene

October 9, 2025

Ithaca College hosts numerous bands across campus, from formal ensembles like Concert Band and Wind Ensemble, to dozens of student bands. This student band culture is vital not only to IC’s students, but the larger Ithaca community as a whole.