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With more colleges adapting to circumstances caused by COVID-19, students can choose whether or not to send their scores.

Test optional policies: the pros

Maadhu Krishnan, Viewpoint Team Leader
November 21, 2020

A venn diagram of 10 celebrities who have been canceled within the past year and their reputation today. Many celebrities have been unable to recover from being canceled online.

The cons of cancel culture

Maadhu Krishnan, Viewpoint Team Leader
November 21, 2020

In a poll released on The Scroll’s Instagram, data was collected from White Station students about their opinions on cancel culture. With the majority against cancel culture, debate-sparking beliefs are few and far between.

Why Cancel Culture is Socially Beneficial

Alice Willard
October 22, 2020

From poll data via the Scroll’s Instagram, the majority of students have agreed that racial tensions are the primary concern this election. As the election approaches, student voters continue to consider a variety of topics, including COVID-19; this is the first year that coronavirus will play a role in a presidential race.

Student voters use their voices this election year

Alice Willard
October 22, 2020

In 2014, Bill Hiss and Valerie Franks conducted a study on the performance of students who were admitted without submitting test scores versus the performance of students who were admitted by submitting test scores. Based on GPAs, they discovered that submitters often choose more rigorous majors and still outperformed non-submitters.

Cons of test optional policies for universities

Sophia Campbell, Writer
October 22, 2020

Although switching to online school was no doubt the best way to avoid the spread of the coronavirus, the effects of virtual school are still concerning. Increased screen time can lead to obesity, vision issues, chronic back pain, poor sleep and impaired cognitive function.

Surviving the mental and physical consequences of online school

Sophia Campbell, Writer
October 22, 2020

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, do not be afraid to reach out. Shelby County and the state of Tennessee offer numerous services for those in need.

Addressing mental health during the pandemic

Molly Yuan
May 3, 2020

Dear Rising Senior

Kennedy Ray, Editor in Chief
April 8, 2020

In preparation for standardized testing, it is recommended to study for at least an hour a week. Two hours is preferred when closer to the test date in order to retain the most amount of information.

Is it better to take standardized tests multiple times or use a tutor?

Alice Willard
March 28, 2020

Even at schools in Memphis, campus security has been increased as more colleges are viewed as unsafe. Public universities, at this rate, will eventually catch up with private campus security, though it is debatable as to whether either type of school will arm themselves to the same degree as military campuses.

Campus safety comes under fire

Autumn Bobo
March 27, 2020

It’s natural, it’s normal and it’s time to talk.

Rachel Parkison, Student Life Team Leader
March 27, 2020

Dear rising senior

Kathryn Todd, A&E Team Leader
March 27, 2020

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