Guest Columns

Alumni Column: I didn't learn it all from Pipe Dream

By Jacob Shamsian -

In my sophomore year of college, I emailed a semi-famous journalist and editor of a small magazine I admire to ask for advice. I was starting to think that this whole journalism-as-a-career...

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Alumni Column: Former editor reflects on 9/11

By Guest Author -

For the 10th anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade Center, I was asked to write a blog post about my experience that day. I was living in London at the...

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World travel should be recognized

By Katie Kravat -

After traveling non-stop for five months and getting my first real taste of freedom on my semester abroad, my connection with myself and the world around me was at its peak; I...

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Young people's pessimistic view of politics is deeply misguided

By Guest Author -

With the upcoming presidential race, much of the focus has centered on ridiculous jargon and scandals. Because of this, young people are more frequently distancing themselves from politics. This is wrong. Not...

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Don't forget the queer in LGBTQ

By Guest Author -

Along with the majority of this country’s population, I received the news of the legalization of same-sex marriage with elation. Yes, the ruling would confer a plurality of tangible benefits to millions...

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Cherish your loved ones, because life is filled with unpredictable moments

By Guest Author -

I think the hardest thing about death is that it is so final; when your life is over, it’s over. You don’t get a last goodbye, or one last phone call. All...

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Toss your misconceptions about Binghamton and explore the beauty of Downtown

By Guest Author -

Downtown Binghamton is about to be a big deal, and you should be a part of it. If you aren’t already in love with Downtown Binghamton because of its gorgeous architecture, incredible...

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Guest Column: President Harvey Stenger

By pipelinehelper -

Embrace the diversity of our campus and broaden your perspectives; it will make your BU experience better and it will open doors for you when you graduate. ...

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College offers chance to balance interests

By Guest Author -

Joining groups is one way to turn a standard college career into an incredible life-changing experience. ...

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BU's pursuit of prestige detracts from education

By Rachel Bluth -

When I toured Binghamton in 2011, 14,000 students studied here. I chose BU specifically because I didn’t want to be another number in a crowd. ...