Gipson: Singaporean college students to face challenges post-graduation
Columnist describes what the future looks like for graduating Singaporean students, and compares their fears to those of American students. Read more »
Writer archives: Zachary Gipson
Gipson: Singaporean fashion culture reinforces idea of dressing for one's self
I have never been one for fashion trends. Growing up in an impoverished Kentucky home meant wearing hand-me-downs, yard sale junk and whatever Wal-Mart had… Read more »
Gipson: Harsh legal punishments make Singapore 2nd-safest country in world
When I realized my bank account had been hacked in Singapore, I freaked out in the middle of the Nội Bài International Airport in Hanoi,… Read more »
Gipson: Singaporean public transportation contains flaws
Every day, for 40 minutes, I stand on the corner of two roads in Singapore, hoping the bus will make its round soon. Unfortunately, this… Read more »
Gipson: Singaporeans unite, show emotional side after former prime minister dies
Singapore’s first Prime Minister and founding father, Lee Kuan Yew, died at age 91 last Monday. Read more »
Gipson: Stand-up comedians in Singapore must be cautious about humor
Comedians must avoid derogatory remarks in order to make sure Singaporeans are not uncomfortable. Read more »
Gipson: Compulsory military service in Singapore should be reformed to allow citizens freedom to choose
In Singapore, you spend at least 12 years of your life in the classroom. With a booming economy, education plays an exceptionally vital role in… Read more »
Gipson: Academic life in Singapore proves more intense than in United States
One week until freedom — this mantra is probably running through your head right now. You’ve clocked out, had all you can handle and need… Read more »
Gipson: Lunar New Year traditions offer insight into Singaporean cultural
You can tell it’s Lunar New Year in Singapore: the streets are dead, the shops are empty and my school is quiet. This is one… Read more »
Gipson: Spread of industrialization causes damage to rural Singapore
When I traveled to the northwest region of Singapore, I almost thought I was in another country by the looks of it. Old-fashioned wagons, enclosed… Read more »
Gipson: LGBT community makes slow advancements in Singapore
As much as it hurt, I officially ended my first relationship last weekend. The 10,000-mile distance further complicated an already intricate situation that could not… Read more »
Gipson: Columnist discusses odd Singaporean laws
I was almost certain I had no gum in my suitcase. It was not on my pre-departure shopping list and my mom even asked me… Read more »
Gipson: Food acts as cultural staple in Singapore
Let’s face it — we all hate forced, insincere small talk because it’s impersonal and has no real purpose but to fill awkward silence. Singaporean… Read more »
Gipson: Singlish dialect complicates conversation for native English speaker
There is a long running joke in Singapore that everyone knows by heart. An American casually strikes up a conversation with a Singaporean airline stewardess.… Read more »
Gipson: Columnist feels patriotic, popular as semester begins in Singapore
I became rather patriotic upon stepping foot in Singapore. It seems as though every person in this country has questions they want to ask, comments… Read more »
Hillel Student Union sells challah bread, donates profits
A sweet deal is coming back to campus. Challah for Hunger, an international not-for-profit aimed at eradicating hunger by baking and selling challah on campus,… Read more »
Syracuse residents to walk through Near Westside neighborhood, gain perspective
Most Syracuse residents have a daily routine of going to work or school in their cars. They speed by the Near Westside neighborhood without the… Read more »
Active Minds raises mental health awareness with community mural
Nearly 1,100 suicides are projected to occur on college campuses this year. This statistic comes from Active Minds, a national student-run organization aimed at eradicating… Read more »
'No day but today': First Year Players tug at heartstrings with performance of “Rent”
During actress Rowan Epstein’s rendition of “Over The Moon,” one ‘Rent’ audience member watching the show in Goldstein Auditorium interjected his thoughts to the person… Read more »
Syracuse Poster Project connects illustration majors with poet community for 14th year
Everyone remembers writing poems in grade school. Five-seven-five: the quintessential rule for the perfect haiku. The Syracuse Poster Project — funded by corporate sponsorship, charitable… Read more »
Relay For Life's top contributors share their stories
Correction: In a previous version of this article, Todd Long's involvement with Relay For Life was misstated. Long is a participant in Relay For Life… Read more »
Syracuse club Quidditch team conjures up funds for World Cup trip
Brooms up, on your toes, fingers crossed. Less than two weeks from today, Syracuse’s Quidditch team will battle collegiate teams from all around the world… Read more »
