Debate over WikiLeaks missing important issues
December 6, 2010
It’s been more than two years since my first column hit the pages of the Collegiate Times.
Content by Chad Van Alstin
Offensiveness standard for free speech too subjective
November 16, 2010
Allow me to set the scene for what is sure to be an interesting tale: It was a comfortably chilly Sunday afternoon in Blacksburg, and I found myself sitting outside trying to subdue a hangover with a little caffeine from a local coffee shop.
Forced identification policy endangers students
October 21, 2010
As a public institution, Virginia Tech is implicitly committed to protecting its students’ basic rights.
Strict environment prevents harmless, youthful adventures
September 6, 2010
Kids these days just don't play outside like they used to.
War is still not the answer, even with a new president
May 3, 2010
It's been a while since I have written about the war.
Remembrance Day should not include politics
April 15, 2010
Three years have gone by since the horrible shootings on April 16, 2007.
Reaction to church shows little value of free speech
April 8, 2010
This past week has made me wonder who the real enemy is on campus.
Parents deserve control of children in vegetative states
March 25, 2010
My friends and family who have children tell me that their greatest possible fear in the world is their child dying.
Latest SGA endeavor hints at a false sense of control
February 16, 2010
I was once an SGA house representative for a student group on campus. I took my job very seriously on the rare days I decided to show up.
Desperate need should not be exploited by self-interest
February 2, 2010
We're going to take a break and role-play for just a moment.