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The Hawkeye

The Student News Site of University of Louisiana Monroe

The Hawkeye

The Student News Site of University of Louisiana Monroe

The Hawkeye

Winner-take-all voting system needs reform

Winner-take-all voting system needs reform

Logan Buum, Contributing Writer November 11, 2024

After the recent election, many Americans feel anxious and frustrated about how little their votes matter. Voting gives the average person a voice in politics, but its impact on the presidential election...

Students want more variety, diverse RSOs

Nicholas Soirez, Editorial Assistant November 11, 2024

As a freshman, I received a campuswide email asking students if they would attend an interest meeting for a new chess club. As a passionate chess player, I saw an opportunity to be an active part of a...

US government supports Palestinian mass genocide

US government supports Palestinian mass genocide

Amir Alnajjar, Opinion Editor November 11, 2024

To many Americans, the Israel-Hamas war is nothing more than a bloodbath thousands of miles away. In Gaza, the story is different. Children become orphans in seconds, and families flee to find sanctuary....

Students need to join RSOs, become involved on campus

Cecil Pradhan, Contributing Writer November 4, 2024

Did you know ULM is home to over 300 Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs)? Probably not, because very few have an on-campus presence. This semester's record-high enrollment has brought in even more...

New Louisiana bill threatens medical research

New Louisiana bill threatens medical research

Selena Edwards, Contributing Writer November 4, 2024

Every advancement in health attracts conspiracy theories, especially vaccines. For decades, theorists have claimed that vaccines cause Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Even with mountains of evidence against...

Ouachita Parish Library breathes life into Monroe

Ouachita Parish Library breathes life into Monroe

Amir Alnajjar, Opinion Editor October 28, 2024

In a world where digital screens dominate, finding a physical place dedicated to learning and community is rare. Thankfully, the Ouachita Parish Public Library stands as an exception. This library is more...

Protected bike lanes need to be added to campus for student safety

Protected bike lanes need to be added to campus for student safety

Alayna Pellegrin, Managing Editor October 28, 2024

It is a bright, sunny day. You and your friend are walking across the bridge, talking about the exam you both just took. Suddenly, an electric scooter passes between you two at max speed with no warning....

Coursicle 4.0 update worsens platform, ruins experience

Keith Webb, Arts & Entertainment Editor October 28, 2024

Happy advising season everyone! It is time for every student’s least favorite holiday where everyone’s looking for the easiest way to block out their schedule—Coursicle solved that problem last semester....

US needs campaign finance reforms, national regulations

US needs campaign finance reforms, national regulations

Nicholas Soirez, Editorial Assistant October 14, 2024

In the United States of America, most people don’t have the money to fund a campaign. Campaign laws in America need to be reformed so that everyone has an equal opportunity to uphold their public image. Ideally,...

Shopping locally benefits Monroe community

Shopping locally benefits Monroe community

Alayna Pellegrin, Managing Editor October 14, 2024

Are you looking for clothing, handmade goods, home decor, pet supplies or art and prints? Shopping at your local businesses might be the answer you’re looking for. Local companies offer personal attention...

Homecoming Week deserves recognition

Homecoming Week deserves recognition

Amir Alnajjar, Opinion Editor October 14, 2024

Homecoming at ULM always brings a second wind to the morale of students. Amid midterms and projects, Homecoming Week acts as a much-needed stress reliever. It allows students to take a break from their...

Steps must be taken to curb climate change

Steps must be taken to curb climate change

Nicholas Soirez, Editorial Assistant October 7, 2024

Some news sources consider Hurricane Helene to be one of the strongest and deadliest hurricanes since Hurricane Katrina. The reported death toll from the Category 4 storm has reached 215 people, with hundreds...

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