October 2012 Issue
The Port Side‘s first issue for the 2012-2013 school year was published October 18, 2012. Check it out around the 5Cs, or read it here online!
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Editorial
Quarks, Neutrinos and Fiscal Policy by Sam Kahr
Campus Section
Hitting the Campaign Trail by David Leathers: Taking the fight beyond Claremont’s borders.
Challenges of Non-Work Study by Stephanie Steinbrecher & Kristi Sun: Students find it increasingly difficult to secure non-work study jobs.
Silent Suffering by Simone Butler & Michelle Saipe: Rape at the Claremont Colleges: to report or not to report.
The Devil’s Bargain by Jeany Larsen & Rae Brookshire: Escalating prices of water force colleges to become more sustainable.
Patriotism at the 5Cs by Emily Haynes: Differences in defining dedication to our country.
National Section
Shoot to Kill by Sridhar Poddar: August shootings call attention to gun control issues.
Navajo Hipster Panties Gone Awry by Arielle Zionts: Offensive fashion trends in popular culture.
Breaking Down Barriers by Emily Hayes: DREAM & DACA acts give undocumented students a bright future.
International Section
A Clash of Ignorance by Ellie Yusuf: Muslims react to defamation of Muhammad via YouTube video.
Dangerous Compromises by Aidan Orly: Living abroad is fraught with problems, both seen and unseen.
Study Abroad, Worth the Risk? by Lauren Sampson: Despite fetishization, many study abroad programs leave students disillusioned.
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