Opinions
Opinion: StuGov acts responsibly in face of criticism
Nicolas Telep, news text editor for The Index, wrote a column last week criticizing Student Government’s proposed student health fee increase. This is his follow-up. […]
Opinions
Opinions
Don’t be surprised Facebook knows you so well
“If you’re going to share your life’s story with Facebook, don’t be surprised when Facebook knows you so well,” writes Allyson Lotz, Truman Media Network webmaster. “You’re its main source.” […]
Opinions
Mental wellness is not a money problem
“Student Government proposed raising the student health fee by $10 to increase access to psychological or psychiatric care through University Counseling Services, according to the ballot resolution,” writes Nicolas Telep, The Index news text editor. “This seems to be a step in the right direction, but I’m skeptical of how much the increased fee can do.” […]
Opinions
Truman should be prepared in the case of an active shooter
“I jump every time I hear a loud noise on campus,” writes opinions editor Morgan Gervais. “I don’t jump because the noise startles me but rather, at the core of my being, I know those loud noises could signify a tragedy.” […]
Opinions
Our View: New aquatic center example of tangible results from community taxes
We, The Index Editorial Board, would like to encourage Kirksville citizens to inform themselves on the issues and vote because, as the new aquatic center project demonstrates, many of the issues that arise during elections can dictate how and where tax dollars are spent — something citizens should remain aware of. […]
Opinions
Web Comic: Honestly, Though
The Index cartoonist August Davis makes his online return with his comic “Honestly, Though.” […]
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: Only united direct action can save Truman from budget cuts
“Saying that our University is spiraling toward financial disaster is not an exaggeration or edgelord opinion,” writes senior Will Chaney. “It is the reality we face.” […]
Letters to the Editor
Truman State can be our hero: Save The Index, save the world
Stan Johnston is a digital content expert who has worked for companies such as Hewlett Packard Enterprise, NetApp and McClatchy. Previously, he was an award-winning newspaper writer, editor and manager. He was editor-in-chief of The Index from 1970-71. […]
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: Our View inaccurately reflects cuts
“Yes, The Index is an important Truman tradition, but why is it less valid if published online?” asks senior Kathryn Hodge. […]
Opinions
Take time to be happy and healthy
“We should encourage all students to calm down,” writes copy editor Bethany Spitzmiller. […]
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: Wind Farm Concerns
“Although the wind farms don’t produce enough energy to pay for themselves, they provide an enormous tax credit, funded by the tax payer, to profit the corporations,” writes Deborah Games to The Index. […]
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: Index important printed tradition
“There was just something about grabbing a paper and relaxing with it in the dorms or at the run-down house that I inhabited with friends,” writes alumna Robyn Haug. “These are quintessential memories of college in Kirksville.” […]