The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

It’s okay to admit to having incorrect opinions

It’s okay to admit to having incorrect opinions

Harry Van Dyke, Opinion Columnist March 17, 2022

People should have willingness to admit when they are wrong. Russia built up 190,000 troops on the Ukrainian border during the end of February, according to a March 11 BBC article. As a political...

Gratitude is a great way to improve your outlook on life

Gratitude is a great way to improve your outlook on life

Sam Jefferson, Staff Writer March 23, 2021

I think most people agree that it’s important to be grateful in life. Without gratitude, it’s exponentially harder to appreciate the things you already have. I’m sure most of us can think of relatives...

Perspectives: SGA needs more academic representation across the colleges

Perspectives: SGA needs more academic representation across the colleges

Owen Doherty, History and Political Science Major March 23, 2021

The Student Government Association claims to represent all students and I do believe that some Senators do but at its core are structural challenges that prevent SGA from being actually representative.  Currently,...

Perspectives: Structural changes are needed to save UVM programs

Perspectives: Structural changes are needed to save UVM programs

Owen Doherty, History and Political Science Major December 12, 2020

The recent cuts to undergraduate and graduate programs should come as no surprise. These programs are not the first ones seeing cuts, and likely will not be the last unless serious changes are made to...

Fill these pages with your words

Fill these pages with your words

Staff Editorial October 14, 2020

At its core, the Cynic editorial pages have always meant to serve as the voice of the students and the surrounding UVM community.  Each week our columnists work to provide you their takes on the world...

Stay calm, despite COVID-19 threats

Sophie Oehler, Opinion Writer March 22, 2020
A virus like COVID-19 can kill us. But fear will destroy us. We can’t let that happen.
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