Secularism for Canada’s Government: The Canadian Charter Bill

Religious tension has recently become an increasingly pressing issue for the Canadian province of Quebec, and it’s starting to mix with politics. The most recent development in religion’s role in Quebec government and society comes with an election held Monday to determine the province’s next Premier (in Canada, Premier is a position similar to governor in the United […]

“International”: The Plight of the Domestic Foreign Student

After spending copious hours perfecting their college application, hopeful applicants of the Class of 2018 finally received their admissions decisions in late March.  As the college application process for this year finishes off for high school seniors across America, these seniors are faced with the decision that will change their life forever. With competition only […]

LGBT+ Rights in Russia after Sochi: Better or Worse?

At the close of the Sochi Olympics this winter, international media lauded Russia’s success in running such a huge sporting event. Throughout the closing ceremonies, wonder at Russian culture, athleticism, and power shone in every spectator’s eyes. Some went so far as to suggest that this year’s Olympics might have implications for oppressed minorities in Russia. […]