“Rather than encouraging rational analysis about a candidate’s proposed policy, our blistering pace of online consumption paves the way for sound bites and quick jokes that leave no room for nuance.”
Arts, Column
Pondering the Social Epidemic of Posthumous Praise
In the wake of Harper Lee’s death, twitter buzz and newsworthiness prompt an examination of the social media epidemic aptly titled “Enigmatic Electronic Eulogizing.”
Opinions, Editorials
BC Should Use Popular Videos to Spread Messages
“The DStrong tribute video is a good example of a cause BC can advance through the use of these popular videos. There are many messages that BC should address and campaigns that these videos can further.”
Opinions, Editorials
Mayor Talk Shows Issues with Event Promotion
The majority of BC undergraduates learn about events through social media. Advertisements on the sponsor organization’s website or a single mass email do not capture as much attention as a widely-disseminated Facebook event and page.
Opinions, Column
Consuming Social Media In Small Doses
Social media only becomes a problem when it’s overused, and a problem like that can be handled easily.
Opinions, Column
Living Our Lives For The Stories
It is within our power to not let cell phones and social media control our lives.
Opinions, Column
But First, Let Me Skip The Selfie
In college, where we are supposed to develop into independent adults, participating in social media is a huge hindrance.
Metro, Column, Boston
The City As Told By Snapchat Selfies
Snapchat recently released a set of geofilters for many of Boston’s neighborhoods and landmarks, including Back Bay and Newbury Street.
Metro, Top Story, Business
Boston Startup WiGo Wants To Change How You Plan Your Weekend
Holy Cross dropout Ben Kaplan is the brains behind WiGo—the social networking app that is spreading to campuses nationwide.
Top Story, Arts, On Campus
On Authentic Eagles: Looking Back On A Year In Reflection
The creators of the ‘Gavel’ series reflect back on a year in stories—from the inception of the idea last November to Authentic Eagles today.
