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The pain that never dies

Sierra Brunner, Staff Writer October 13, 2025

In the middle of the night, when the rest of the world is asleep and the only thing you hear is your own heartbeat, grief begins to eat. It chews slowly, deliberately, on everything you thought you knew....

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Show cultural respect when dressing up

CiCi Cox, Opinions Editor October 13, 2025

Halloween is an exciting time that many people use to get to dress up as someone (or something) else. According to Yahoo, some of the most popular Halloween costumes of 2024 included Sabrina Carpenter...

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How U.S.-trained professionals are reshaping the world

Furkan Sindar, Staff Writer October 13, 2025

Every year, thousands of international students travel to the United States in pursuit of world-class education. They gain cutting-edge skills, new perspectives and exposure to diverse ideas. But for some,...

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The political divide

Danger Rodnivale, Staff Writer October 13, 2025

The United States is facing a dangerous combination: a rise in political violence and a Congress paralyzed by partisan gridlock. Both trends feed into each other, creating a cycle in which Americans fight...

Survivor: Sharing my domestic violence story

Lynn B., Contributor October 13, 2025

As October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month, I’m sharing my story publicly for the first time – not as a victim, but as a survivor. As the title says – survivor. I am not now, nor will I...

We should recognize World Homeless Day as a time to act

Kelly Feng, Copy Editor October 13, 2025

Max Smith loved the simple joys in life. Playing chess. Shuffling dominoes. Creating a new recipe. His face lit up when he visited his family, especially his nephew, whom he was always trying to teach...

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The use of federal force has been on a steady increase

Danger Rodnivale, Staff Writer September 24, 2025

What happens when cities led by mayors who dare to call out Trump suddenly find themselves in a state of “crime emergency?” Washington, D.C., under Democratic leadership, has been militarized under...

Aida Wilmo illustration about the success of international students.

5 international students who helped build America’s future

Furkan Sindar, Staff Writer September 24, 2025

Every year, hundreds of thousands of young people step off planes in the United States with a suitcase, a student visa and a dream. For most, the goal is to earn a degree and return home with new skills. But...

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AI in the classroom

CiCi Cox, Opinion Editor September 24, 2025

English professor Jordan Dunn suspects the majority of students use AI. “Not all of these students copy/paste directly from AI,” but he believes most use AI at least as a writing tool. AI usage in...

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Clarion adopts policy on AI use

CiCi Cox, Opinion Editor August 26, 2025

Artificial intelligence is a part of daily life for most people, including journalists. From grammar checks to Google searches, these tools can improve how we work. But individual journalists continue...

Clarion editor in chief Sara Bernabe

Like you, I’m a student here to learn

Sara Bernabe, Editor in Chief August 26, 2025

I’m not entirely sure how to start this, but I guess I should introduce myself. Hello, my name is Sara Bernabe. Don’t worry if you can’t pronounce the last name, no one can. Just call me B. I’m...

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Dangers of data manipulation for political gain

Danger Rodnivale, Staff Writer August 26, 2025

Government data isn’t abstract. It’s hurricane warnings, unemployment rates, census counts and public health reports. If officials are punished for reporting uncomfortable realities, numbers become...

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