Wiggins--Kevin (Student--2019)
Displaying 1 - 14 of 14 in reverse chronological order
| # | Title | Date | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columnist Wiggins bids farewell Northern Iowan 116:26, p.3 |
Opinion columnist Kevin Wiggins bids farewell in a column that includes advice to a younger self and those still on their college journey; photo. | |
| 2 | What does it mean to be 'conservative?' Northern Iowan 116:22, p.3 |
Wiggins discusses what it means to be conservative and discusses the history of the term and school of thought. In the author's opinion, conservatives have lost their path and must embrace both historical inheritance and future possibilities to move forward. | |
| 3 | The impact of the printing press Northern Iowan 116:17, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, day-to-day technology is often taken for granted. Wiggins discusses technological advances and the evolution of information communication started by the Gutenberg Printing Press; photo. | |
| 4 | Language leaves room for ambiguity Northern Iowan 116:14, p.3 |
Wiggins analyzes words presidential candidates use throughout their campaign, particularly inconsistences in the meanings of "our vales" and "freedom." In the author's opinion, there are many different meanings for those words, and meaning can also vary person to person; photo. | |
| 5 | Be mindful of the effects of climate change Northern Iowan 116:11, p.3 |
Opinion Columnist, Kevin Wiggins explains why people should be cognizant of the effects of climate change. | |
| 6 | The democracy movement and rank-choice Northern Iowan 116:6, p.3 |
Wiggins discusses the "democracy movement," which presents possible solutions and reforms to American democracy in light of political situations like the 2000 presidential election. In the author's opinion, instituting a rank/choice voting system would be a strong solution; photo. | |
| 7 | The evolution of intra-party division in politics Northern Iowan 116:3, p.3 |
The author explains the evolution of intra-party division in the Republican party over the last five years, both before and after Donald Trump's election as president; photo. | |
| 8 | Harvard's admittance problem Northern Iowan 115:53, p.3 |
Wiggins discusses a recent legal case against Harvard University alleging discrimination against Asian Americans in the college admissions process; photos. | |
| 9 | A case for funding public history Northern Iowan 115:46, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, public history - which Wiggins defines as local or living history - is important to society and should receive broad support; photos. | |
| 10 | Tale of two YouTubes: A spectrum Northern Iowan 115:41, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, YouTube has provided opportunities for young people to be aware of the world and engaged with politics more than ever before; photos. | |
| 11 | Liberal arts education is necessary Northern Iowan 115:37, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, a liberal arts education should offer students a vivid education that captures their interest and prepares them for the world. Wiggins discusses the drop in humanities majors and why students are moving away from them, critiquing current academic and societal structures and advocating for a reimagining of college and the liberal arts; photo. | |
| 12 | Why the classics are needed Northern Iowan 115:34, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, works of classic literature are important today. Wiggins highlights the journal Eidolon and modern interpretations and criticism of the classics; photo. | |
| 13 | A woman not lost to history Northern Iowan 115:31, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, people should endeavor to preserve as much of history as possible so that future generations can have a more complete picture. Wiggins cites philosopher Émilie du Châtelet and her contributions during the Enlightenment as an example; photo. | |
| 14 | Panther parking problems Northern Iowan 113:1, p.1 |
Changes in parking permit policies and ongoing construction cause concerns to drivers; photos. |