When an ultra-Orthodox man asked Israeli female soldier Doron Matalon to move to the back of the bus, citing his religious belief of gender separation, she refused.  Matalon’s decision to stay in her seat was not out of disrespect for his religious views, but rather out of the belief in  [ Read More ]

The beating death of Robert Champion, a 26-year old drum major at Florida A&M University (FAMU), at the hands of his own peers, shines a light on the harsh reality of hazing.  Defined as demeaning and dangerous ritualistic activities used to initiate a person into a group, hazing often involves  [ Read More ]

The market pressures of today’s economy have made news of corporate collapse commonplace. Many companies have filed for bankruptcy, a move allowing the firms to renege on financial obligations and then regroup immediately after as a profitable company.  Until recently, this particular maneuver, an acceptable practice for many, had been  [ Read More ]

The United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for protecting and promoting public health through the regulation and supervision of foods and prescription medicine.  As the government-appointed authority in determining the safety of consuming certain products, this agency is both powerful and influential.  To challenge the FDA is  [ Read More ]