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As part of The Panther’s effort to serve as Chapman’s town square, we welcome opinions from all corners of the political spectrum. We encourage submissions from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and identities. Op-eds or guest columns must be no longer than 600 words and sent in a Google document or Word document to the Opinions Editor, Riley Wood, at riwood@chapman.edu.
Columns must have a clear point of view with strong arguments backed by facts and evidence. Not every submission is guaranteed to be published, and submissions are subject to editing for clarity, grammar and style. Opinion pieces reflect those of the author, and do not represent The Panther or its staff.
Opinion | When the Weight Watchers start watching you
Despite decades of body positivity movements, GLP-1 advertisements have become more normalized than ever.
Propaganda under the guise of “bridging the gap”
Chapman’s Or Initiative is bad for all of us.
Three misconceptions I had about Sundance as a film student
Lessons learned at Sundance Film Festival.
Free speech on college campuses is coming to an end
Free speech on college campuses isn’t a shared privilege, it’s dependent on personal ideology.
‘Marty Supreme’ in the American century of humiliation
Why one of award season’s biggest hits is Trumpist propaganda.
Opinion | F-35s to Saudi Arabia is tantamount to treason
Selling the advanced fighter jets to Saudi Arabia would be a betrayal of our own readiness against an increasingly mobilized China.
Stop judging my silence
Classrooms and society often mistake introversion for a lack of learning and engagement.
The unspoken struggle of Dodge screenwriters
Screenwriting majors are told Dodge will open doors, but many of those doors stay closed unless you’re behind the camera, not behind the keyboard.
Pantone’s Color of the Year says more about technology and politics than it does art
The design, fashion and art company announced “Cloud Dancer” as its chosen color to represent 2026.
Why is there an increased desire for anonymity?
Sources for The Panther are requesting anonymity more and more frequently — but why?
Opinion | You should care about the national security community
America’s three-letter organizations have a rough reputation. The current administration’s route is the worst possible way to “fix” them.
Is college structured to cause burnout?
We pay tens of thousands of dollars to be academic machines pumping out A’s instead of retaining the information we learn.
What happens when ChatGPT really thinks
An in-depth conversation with ChatGPT uncovers that AI might be just like us in how it can overthink its existence, ethical responsibilities and potential impact on society.
I don’t care that my boyfriend doesn’t always pay the bill
How late-stage capitalist culture has trickled down to our modern-day dating trends.
The best thing you’ll ever do for yourself? Get a hobby.
Because sometimes the things we do just for ourselves end up shaping who we are the most.
My phone won’t leave me alone
Phones have made us too accessible, and the constant connection is starting to feel suffocating.
The “unc” epidemic
How “senioritis” reflects society’s obsession with youth and fear of growing up.
A thrifter’s guide to Old Towne Orange, from trending to vintage collectibles
As an experienced thrifter, I give you the best thrifting guide for the finest curated finds of Old Towne Orange, from trending to vintage collectibles for students wishing to enhance their closet just walking distance from campus.
Opinion | Immigration enforcement has reached a new low
Fear is the name of the game when it comes to deportations. Not public safety.
Opinion | In 2025, piracy is ethical
It’s time to sail the seven seas of piracy — don’t renew Disney+.