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THE ITHACAN

The Student News Site of Ithaca College

THE ITHACAN

Editorial: The college must follow student advocacy with action
Editorial: The college must follow student advocacy with action
By The Ithacan March 28, 2024
In an ideal world, a college campus is an environment that signifies progress and change. It is a space where like-minded young people are able to learn, grow and express what they believe. At Ithaca College, advocacy has always been a vital part of the campus community. However, it is not solely up to students to push for change. It is also the administration's responsibility to hear students' demands and respond with effective action.
Sophomore Eliza Walther writes about her experience with public safety and the importance of supporting all students.
Commentary: Student safety must always be a priority
By Eliza Walther March 28, 2024
When Ithaca College students think of the Office of Public Safety, words like “reliable,” “helpful” and “safe” come to mind. However, this response is not the case for every student, and I am one of those students who have experienced a lack of support from our school’s public safety office.
Editorial: Sustainable infrastructure is a necessity
Editorial: Sustainable infrastructure is a necessity
By The Ithacan March 27, 2024
In a community that prides itself for its forward-thinking approaches to sustainability, renewable energy sources must be a priority.
Sophomore Trevor Griffiths writes about how changes to the music history curriculum are necessary to promoting inclusivity at IC and in the world of music.
Commentary: Diversity is essential to an effective music history curriculum
By Trevor Griffiths March 27, 2024
I am writing in response to the recent commentary discussing changes to the music history curriculum in the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance. It appears to be the consensus of many students that the curriculum is beginning to stray too far from the “Western musical canon,” however, I come to offer a different perspective.
Editorial: Addressing food insecurity must be a priority
Editorial: Addressing food insecurity must be a priority
By The Ithacan March 22, 2024
Food insecurity is a global issue that impacts countless communities. According to Feeding America, 14% of Tompkins County is food insecure, affecting 14,500 individuals. It is essential that resources go toward addressing this pressing issue. 
Sophomore Abdullah Farooq writes about the consequences of excessive technology use.
Commentary: A student's perspective on navigating the digital deluge
By Abdullah Farooq March 21, 2024
As I sit in my dorm room, surrounded by the glow of multiple screens, it's hard to escape the reality that technology has become an integral part of our college experience.
Editorial: On-campus programming is key to a more innovative campus community
Editorial: On-campus programming is key to a more innovative campus community
By The Ithacan March 20, 2024
College should be a center for education and innovation. While this happens inside classrooms, learning has the potential to be limitless when there is an investment in relevant, accessible and large-scale programming.
Junior February Schneck and Senior Senior Cecil Decker write about the importance of inclusive, welcoming LGBTQ+ resources on campus.
Commentary: LGBTQ+ resources must be welcoming to people of all identities
By February Schneck and Cecil Decker March 19, 2024
Time and time again, it’s been shown that despite being one of the Campus Pride’s “Best for Best'' schools for LGBTQ+ students, Ithaca College has an issue with “queer Hierarchy.” For context, “queer Hierarchy” is a theory that addresses an unspoken caste system within the LGBTQ+ community that centers specific identities (white, gay, cis men) at the top and pushes others (BIPOC, trans, etc.) even further down the social ladder. Many of the college's organizations and clubs make great efforts to make our queer students feel welcomed in their dedicated spaces.
Editorial: Muller Chapel must be a space for all students
Editorial: Muller Chapel must be a space for all students
By The Ithacan March 19, 2024
For many students across campus, faith is a central part of their daily life, identity and being. Muller Chapel has the potential to act as a space for growing this faith. Furthermore, it should be a space for students to gain a sense of community and comfort, no matter what they believe. The college must continue to invest in programming for all faiths at Muller Chapel to create a stronger sense of community and acceptance on campus.
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