Moskowitz discusses the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, highlighting the potential for a broader regional conflict and its implications for U.S. military involvement in the Middle East. He emphasizes the complex dynamics of religious differences, geopolitical alliances and ongoing conflicts, underscoring the need for continued international attention and support to mitigate the risk of further destabilization in the region.

Some college students have experienced frustration with the campus Wi-Fi, particularly when they want to study outdoors in areas like the Quad or Festival Lawn. Wi-Fi coverage should extend to outdoor spaces to accommodate students’ academic needs and enhance their mental well-being.

The average total cost of a four-year bachelor’s degree in the United States is $156,162, prompting discussions about the financial burden on students. Advocates suggest transitioning to a three-year degree system like those in European countries, citing financial benefits and the potential to streamline curriculum and reduce student debt.

Students at James Madison University are facing accessibility challenges despite the university's commitment to inclusion.

A rule enforced by Harrisonburg prevents Fraternity and Sorority houses located off campus from displaying their greek letters.

James Madison University only has one recreation space available to students. Overcrowding and lack of available equipment is a potential result of only having one space.  

Starships can be used for more than delivering food to students. More students could reap benefits from the JMU Health Center if Starships delivered medications from the pharmacy. 

Incorporating healthy snacks into study sessions can increase productivity and help students improve grades. 

This letter was lightly edited in accordance with Breeze and AP Style.

Breeze leaders Grant Johnson, Michael Russo and Avery Goodstine discuss highlights from their time at The Breeze and thank those who supported them along the way. 

Graduating members of The Breeze staff reminisce on their memories. 

Algorithms on social media platforms that recommend content based on users’ past activity coupled with the growing ideological divide among traditional news outlets has exacerbated political polarization. Social media platforms and journalists should strive to minimize bias in their industries. 

This letter was lightly edited in accordance with Breeze and AP Style.

JMU lacks temporary parking spaces for commuters to use while grabbing food from dining locations. The introduction of these parking spaces would allow for commuters to take full advantage of their meal plan. 

All meal plans at JMU include punches that give students access to food at various dining locations on campus without having to use dining dollars. However, some locations do not accept meal punches, such as Panera. To reduce the amount of dining dollars students have to use, Panera should offer punch options.

Professors who teach classes that are “easy A” classes do a disservice to students. After taking “easy A” classes, students have a distorted perspective on how much effort is required to earn good grades. 

The Breeze’s editorial board responds to the recent violation of Virginia Freedom of Information Act law by the SGA and JMU administration. 

Working a job while studying in college can be challenging; however, it can also help students learn a variety of skills and expose them to different work environments. Students should take the opportunity to work while in college, not only for financial reasons but also to learn more about their interests. 

JMU and the Harrisonburg Department of Transportation (HDPT) once had a bus route that ran late at night. After the COVID-19 pandemic and the rise in the use of apps like Uber, the route was discontinued. Reinstating the night bus would improve student safety on and around campus.

As I took the stage as emcee co-host alongside Kohle Nash at the Ole School Alumni Scholarship Group’s (OSASG) Black History Month celebration on Feb. 8, I found myself immersed in a whirlwind of honor, pride and celebration. Having had the privilege of standing in this role last year, it al…

Many students declare their major before their first semester, though they aren't required to do so until the third Friday of their third semester. For students who aren’t sure what they want to study in college, JMU offers an exploratory major that allows students to experience a variety of courses. More students should take advantage of the exploratory major or put off deciding their major until their second year.

Though JMU's Career Center promotes the use of Handshake — a student-focused employment site — because of the universities partnership with the platform, many students use the rival platform LinkedIn instead. For students to have the greatest success finding a job, they should use both sites.  

Loper Bright Enterprises v. Rainmondo is an upcoming Supreme Court case that concerns the funding of monitors on fishing boats but has far-reaching consequences for government regulation. If the Supreme Court were to rule to overturn the Chevron deference, a precedent established in a 1984 case, many industries, such as those involving food and drugs, could experience deregulation.  

Though JMU invested a significant amount of money into TimelyCare, a virtual mental health resource, the in-person support at the Counseling Center is lacking. JMU should allocate more funding toward in-person services at the Counseling Center to improve its availability for students. 

Gypsy Rose Blanchard was a victim of Munchausen by proxy and was sentenced to prison after she arranged the murder of her mother. Following her release from prison, she has been thrust into the spotlight, demonstrating the exploitative nature of the media.

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Academic stress and financial hardship are big reasons why students drop out of college. To combat high dropout rates, universities should reduce tuition costs and invest in mental health resources. 

Aromatherapy gardens can be an effective way for people to improve their mood. Since JMU has a garden in King Hall and an arboretum near East Campus, there should also be a garden on Main Campus for students to use. 

This letter has been edited only in adherence to AP and Breeze style. 

Studying is a large component of participating in a study abroad program, however, it isn't the main benefit of it nor the main reason students pursue them. By experiencing a different culture and doing something outside of their comfort zone, students learn more more than they do in the classroom. 

Though there is a stigma associated with pole dancing, it can be a great way to exercise and express yourself. Pole dancing isn't always erotic and means something different to everyone who practices it. 

On Oct. 5, the WNBA commissioner announced the Golden State Warriors would be adding a women's team by 2025. Further plans to expand the league in the coming years have also been suggested. Though the growth of the WNBA is beneficial to women's basketball, the league should focus on meeting the needs of current players before expanding. 

Brita filters, and water filters in general, are a highly recommended item for students to bring to college. Considering tap water can contain a variety of contaminants, filtering water can help improve students’ health while reducing waste from using plastic water bottles. 

With the closing of Carrier Library for renovations, many students have had to find alternative study spaces. Before the renovations, Carrier and Rose libraries were the only locations on campus with dedicated quiet study areas. JMU should create new quiet study spaces on Main Campus to accommodate students who prefer to study in silence. 

Nineteen faculty members submitted a letter to The Breeze on Wednesday, calling out President Jonathan Alger and university leadership’s lack of acknowledgement of Palestinian deaths in the Israel-Hamas war after JMU released a statement Oct. 11, condemning Hamas’ “brutal” attack on Israel. 

In Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency, the Supreme Court unanimously decided to limit what could be considered navigable lands. This ruling will endanger millions of acres of wetlands which were previously protected by the Clean Water Act of 1972.

Both studying in a group and studying alone have their benefits and disadvantages. To make the most of their time studying, students should try both group study and self-study to determine which suits them best. 

Though JMU was able to compete in a bowl game on a technicality, it was not able to compete in the Sun Belt Conference Championship. The NCAA's rule preventing teams transitioning into the Football Bowl Subdivision from playing in the postseason hinders developing football programs.  

Many social media influencers live lavish lifestyles that are very different from the lives of their fans. Recently, some influencers have acted patronizingly toward people complaining about their more traditional jobs. Influencers should be more aware of their privileged lifestyle and avoid behaving this way. 

For some people, relaxing activities aren't always the best way to relieve stress. To allow students to let out their frustrations, UREC should have a rage room where students can break objects or just scream. 

This article was updated Nov. 24 at 10:02 p.m.

At JMU, students pursuing a minor in pre-medicine don't have to take a course in human anatomy as many medical schools don't require this of prospective students. In spite of this, JMU should require a human anatomy course anyways to better prepare future physicians for medical school and beyond. 

In this issue of Court Corner, Emma Seli discusses the Supreme Court's affirmative action rulings in June and argues that it will negatively affect diversity on college campuses. 

Increased technology use has enabled a people to become more involved in their friends relationships and decision making. Considering many college students have a similar amount of life experience and tend to mimic those around them, they should avoid asking advice from their peers. 

A new climbing team was created at JMU this semester. The Adventure Center, which houses the only rock climbing wall on campus, has restricted the times the climbing team can practice. This has prevented the climbing team from growing and bonding in the way they hoped to. 

Many STEM professors rely on textbooks to teach the content of their courses. Learning from textbooks can be difficult and even intimidating for some students. STEM professors should incorporate nonfiction books other than textbooks, such as biographies, into their curriculums to help keep students interested. 

This letter was updated Nov. 1 at 6:26 p.m.

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree at JMU are required to take foreign language courses before they graduate. Since speaking an additional language can result in cognitive benefits and provide students with a marketable skill, all students should have to take foreign language courses. 

Tracking services such as Life360 and other tracking products like AirTags and Tiles are popular among college students. Although they can help friends keep track of each other, students should avoid using them to protect themselves from people who could be using this information to harm them.

With some older members of Congress and other branches of the federal government experiencing declining cognitive and physical abilities, the popularity of implementing age limits or wellness checks on politicians has increased. Legislation should be passed to prevent age-related deterioration from negatively impacting policy. 

After a long day of work and errands, you couldn’t be more excited to get home and go to bed. You collect your things and walk to your car. Or, for college students, going out after a stressful week and ending up walking home alone. Most people, especially women, can’t do these simple tasks …

As the semester continues, students may seek dining options off of campus for special events or just a fun night out. To help narrow down the great variety Harrisonburg offers, The Breeze has compiled a list of favorites that span price and kinds of cuisine.

Many students spend the majority of their time in Harrisonburg; however, there are many opportunities for entertainment and dining outside of the JMU-downtown area. To get the most out of their time at JMU, students should explore outside of the city. 

There are many terms used to refer to people of Latin American descent like Hispanic and Latin X; however, there is no consensus over which terms is best to use. People should always ask what term a person of Latin American descent prefers when talking about them. 

Religious proselytizers often come to JMU to engage with students. These proselytizers can be an annoyance for some students or even a source of anxiety.  Opinion writers Patrick Hanover and Mary Mabry debate over the effects of religious outreach on students. 

Since political polarization has begun to spread to colleges across the U.S., JMU students should be proactive in preserving civil discourse in the classroom and around campus. 

JMU's alum network is an important part of the JMU community and is a valuable resource for students looking for job and internship opportunities. Students should make an effort to connect with alum before they graduate. 

There are many factors that deter students from pursuing scholarships while they're in college, such as a lack of time and uncertainty. Students should continue to apply for scholarships in spite of these obstacles, as their efforts could reduce the financial burden of tuition and help them develop important skills.

Last week, JMU’s Student Senate in the Student Government Association (SGA) recently passed our election policy, which included a clause to clearly define that all candidates are required to submit their social media posts prior to their publishing. This has happened before and flew under th…

Many people have a limited understanding of how the legal process works. JMU should offer law-related general education courses or have more law-related major requirements to address this.  

Trains crossing on campus are disruptive and can cause students to be late to class. Norfolk Southern, the railway that owns and operates the tracks on campus, and JMU should work together to inform students what days trains are scheduled to cross campus so students can plan accordingly. 

In this issue of Court Corner, Patrick Hanover discusses the rise of strict constitutionalism and trend of reversing precedent. Patrick argues that a constitutional amendment could prevent the erosion of LGBTQ+ rights. 

The American Dream is no longer realistic for many recent college graduates. Rising home prices and difficulty finding jobs after graduation have prevented college graduates from achieving societal standards of success. 

The wildfires in Canada over the summer, and more recently the wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui, demonstrate the negatives effects of climate change considering drought was a potential factor in both cases. This illustrates that the need for people in power to address the climate crisis is more pressing than ever. 

The 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup garnered a record number of in-person spectators at nearly two million attendees. Though the Spain's triumph in the competition was tainted by Spanish Football Federation President Luis Rubiales' nonconsensual kiss on Spanish player Jenni Hermoso, the cup made strides in promoting women's soccer around the world. 

In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court ruled to invalidate Biden's student debt relief program in Biden v. Nebraska. This ruling has come as a disappointment to those burdened by student loan debt and will ultimately disadvantage many college students. 

The proliferation of misinformation has resulted in Gen Z becoming divided politically and has caused them to lose faith in the government. Gen Z needs to learn how to evaluate the validity of information online to combat these challenges. 

Though JMU was able to compete in a bowl game on a technicality, it was not able to compete in the Sun Belt Conference Championship. The NCAA's rule preventing teams transitioning into the Football Bowl Subdivision from playing in the postseason hinders developing football programs.  

Many social media influencers live lavish lifestyles that are very different from the lives of their fans. Recently, some influencers have acted patronizingly toward people complaining about their more traditional jobs. Influencers should be more aware of their privileged lifestyle and avoid behaving this way. 

For some people, relaxing activities aren't always the best way to relieve stress. To allow students to let out their frustrations, UREC should have a rage room where students can break objects or just scream. 

This article was updated Nov. 24 at 10:02 p.m.

At JMU, students pursuing a minor in pre-medicine don't have to take a course in human anatomy as many medical schools don't require this of prospective students. In spite of this, JMU should require a human anatomy course anyways to better prepare future physicians for medical school and beyond. 

In this issue of Court Corner, Emma Seli discusses the Supreme Court's affirmative action rulings in June and argues that it will negatively affect diversity on college campuses. 

Increased technology use has enabled a people to become more involved in their friends relationships and decision making. Considering many college students have a similar amount of life experience and tend to mimic those around them, they should avoid asking advice from their peers. 

A new climbing team was created at JMU this semester. The Adventure Center, which houses the only rock climbing wall on campus, has restricted the times the climbing team can practice. This has prevented the climbing team from growing and bonding in the way they hoped to. 

Many STEM professors rely on textbooks to teach the content of their courses. Learning from textbooks can be difficult and even intimidating for some students. STEM professors should incorporate nonfiction books other than textbooks, such as biographies, into their curriculums to help keep students interested.