Op-eds

The Negative Environment Impacts of Dams

By Molly Afshar

When congress voted to authorize the construction of one of the most monumental dams in America to date, they failed to recognize the environmental impact that it alone would have. Construction on the Hoover dam began in 1931...

Jerry, You Got Some 'Splainin' To Do

By: Safia Malin

California is facing one of the most historic and devasting droughts of all time. This is the fourth consecutive year in which the conditions of the drought have either been stagnant of have worsened. The situation...

The War on Water in California

By: Dean Riley

Singing in the shower is one of the best things. It helps clear my mind and gets me in a good mood. If you could sing two songs what would it be? My songs would be “Beat It” by Michael Jackson and “Summer” by Calvin Harris. Why do I ask this? Because two songs needs to be our time limit when showering...

Rising Sea Levels Will Be Detrimental to Coastal Cities

By Kylie Vasil

A flooded New York City

Since 1880, the global sea level has risen 8 inches. By 2100, 147 million to 216 million people worldwide can expect their homes to be completely underwater or at great risk of flood. As global temperatures climb, the world’s sea levels rise as well...

Is the Clean Water Act still being violated?

By: Safia Malin

The accessibility of clean water is more than just a legal right; it is a fundamental human right. The Clean Water Act, that was originally passed in 1948 but is more commonly known for the amendments added in 1972, laid out concrete rules that essentially ban individuals and states from dumping harmful toxins and...