Opinions - The Eastern Echo

Opinion: The value placed on extra curricular participation is classist

By Noula Limberopoulos · Wednesday, March 2, 2022

If you want to get into a top program or university, more often than not, you’re expected to have, not only the grades, but a long list of extra curricular activities. This system specifically targets students of a lower class, essentially rewarding privileged students for being privileged.

Opinion: Kanye West’s recent behavior is dangerous

By Noula Limberopoulos · Tuesday, March 1, 2022

Celebrity Kanye West has recently been in the spotlight for what is assumed to be a manic episode after his recently separated wife, Kim Kardashian West, began a new, public relationship. Though many think this is humorous, his behavior is actually extremely harmful to both his family and the bipolar community.

Advice: Tips for surviving college life mentally

By Joud Bamehriz · Friday, Feb. 25, 2022

Managing college stress can be hard, so here are some tips to overcome it.

Review: 'Uncharted' is one to watch if you like action-packed adventure films

By Marie White · Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022

‘Uncharted’ is a modern adventure film for people who love a good treasure hunt.

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Opinion: Four great off-campus study spots

By Sarai Yanes · Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022

Sometimes being productive on campus can be tiring. Learn about the amount of options you have for studying off campus.

Opinion: No-Knock Warrants and the Murder of Amir Locke

By Noula Limberopoulos · Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022

On the second day of Black History Month, Amir Locke, a twenty two year old lack man living in Minneapolis, was needlessly murdered by police after they entered an apartment with a no-knock warrant. Despite not even being mentioned on the warrant, Locke was shot multiple times, ultimately killing him.

Review: Book of Boba Fett Episode 2

By Gabriel Sweet · Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022

Analyzing the second episode of Book of Boba Fett.

Opinion: Alameda, a name you should become familiar with

By Aaron Hughes · Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022

The sky's the limit for this radiant singer. Do not waste any more time and put your stock in this rising artist.

Opinion: Black History Month and Performative Activism

By Noula Limberopoulos · Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022

Many companies love to appeal to consumers through performative activism. There are many examples of this, particularly surrounding Black Lives Matter and Black History Month.

Opinion: The EMU Free Speech Wall

By Noula Limberopoulos · Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022

If you’re one of the thousands of students who attend classes on the Eastern Michigan University campus, chances are you’ve walked past the Free Speech Wall. The Free Speech Wall is a very important tool for demonstrating how free speech functions in the ”real world”.

Review: Shrimp Flavours - Grab a bowl of authentic Indian curry near EMU's campus

By Carmen Cheng · Monday, Feb. 21, 2022

Shrimp Flavours, an Indian restaurant that serves authentic curries, biryanis, and tandoori items, has recently opened near Eastern Michigan University's campus.