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COVID-19 has taught me to appreciate the little things

Darrian Breedlove, Opinion Editor March 25, 2020

It’s no secret the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting everyone in some way. From state lock downs, toilet paper feuds and many people getting sick, this outspread has impacted everyone in the country....

If theres a Will, theres a way: Everyone needs to unite

If there’s a Will, there’s a way: Everyone needs to unite

Will Phillips, Staff Writer March 24, 2020

COVID-19 is in full swing and causing panic for everyone. Colleges and work are closing down for millions of people across the globe.  Students now have to address having classes online instead of...

Letter from the Editors: Our next steps

Letter from the Editors: Our next steps

The Shield Editorial Board March 18, 2020

Dear USI community,   The Shield shares the frustration and sorrow felt across the state, nation and world as the COVID-19 pandemic infiltrates nearly every aspect of our daily lives. We want...

Students are not paying to teach themselves

Students are not paying to teach themselves

Marissa Jacobs, Staff Writer March 17, 2020

Students spend thousands of dollars to attend college and certain standards are expected from universities with the hefty sum of money students take out in loans. One such standard includes professors...

If theres a Will, theres a way: How to find a career you love

If there’s a Will, there’s a way: How to find a career you love

Will Phillips, Staff Writer March 1, 2020

We’ve heard it a million times- whether it be you or someone you know. “I have no idea what I want to do with my life”, utters a random student in the Starbucks line.  Don’t fret- many students...

Teal ribbons line a table, available for attendees of the Sexual Assualt Awareness Prevention Month kick-off event, April 2, 2018, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. The teal ribbon is a national symbol of SAAP. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexa Culbert)

Title IX desperately needs more resources

Darrian Breedlove, Opinion Editor February 25, 2020

A chilling reality multiple college campuses across the country face are issues with sexual assault. A statistic from the United States Department of Justice reports one out of every four female students...

Is there enough care for students put into USIs funding?

Is there enough care for students put into USI’s funding?

Emily Catterton, Staff Writer February 18, 2020

The first thing we hear in our high school career is, “where are you going to college?” This question haunts us until we eventually decide where we will spend the next four years of our education.  The...

The 2018 tax filing season is upon us. With all of the changes affecting taxpayers under the new tax law, you are encouraged to seek self-help resources and/or professional assistance with understanding and filing your taxes this year. (U.S. Army photo illustration by Thomas Hamilton III)

Tax season is the absolute worst

Josie Jeffries, Staff Writer February 18, 2020

Yes, it’s that time of year again. We know it, we hate it and it’s the worst thing the government makes us do.  Taxes are a bill the government charges you, to put it lightly. So why do you have...

If theres a Will, theres a way: Your mental health matters

If there’s a Will, there’s a way: Your mental health matters

Will Phillips, Staff Writer February 16, 2020

Students are starting to realize how important it is to acknowledge mental health issues in college freshman. Over 95% of college counseling centers surveyed by Association for University and College...

Angela Davis inspires social awareness in students

Angela Davis inspires social awareness in students

Marissa Jacobs, Staff Writer February 11, 2020

The turnout for Dr. Angela Davis’s speech was great. A live-stream was set up for those who weren't able to sit in Carter Hall due to overcrowding.  It was impressive to see how many people in the...

Academic calendar change benefits students

Academic calendar change benefits students

Marissa Jacobs, Staff Writer February 4, 2020

The new academic calendar change is heading students’ way next fall and some are worried about not having that extra day to study before finals.  Study days give students much needed time to catch...

Coronavirus inspired racism has to stop

Coronavirus inspired racism has to stop

Darrian Breedlove, Opinion Editor February 4, 2020

An outbreak of coronavirus is no excuse to take part in ridiculous and ignorant acts of racism. It’s understandable to be worried and cautious with the recent outbreak of coronavirus. It’d be surprising...

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