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All content by Cait Gibbons
Algorithms gone awry: The impact of inappropriate data use

Algorithms gone awry: The impact of inappropriate data use

by Cait Gibbons
October 29, 2019
Going for green: Education, engagement must be priorities as UW works to improve sustainability efforts

Going for green: Education, engagement must be priorities as UW works to improve sustainability efforts

by Cait Gibbons
October 8, 2019
When we're the problem: On news consumption, misinformation and accountability

When we’re the problem: On news consumption, misinformation and accountability

by Cait Gibbons
September 17, 2019
Redefining purpose, redirecting progress in the criminal justice system

Redefining purpose, redirecting progress in the criminal justice system

by Cait Gibbons
September 10, 2019
An unprecedented problem, student debt crisis will require innovative solutions

An unprecedented problem, student debt crisis will require innovative solutions

by Cait Gibbons
September 4, 2019
The Wisconsin Idea in a digital age

The Wisconsin Idea in a digital age

by Cait Gibbons
July 25, 2019
Race-blind decisions don't exist in a society that has always been anything but

Race-blind decisions don’t exist in a society that has always been anything but

by Cait Gibbons
April 10, 2019
Along with Michigan, the cost of in-state calls from jail in Wisconsin is among the highest in the midwest, and even the nation. Data from the Prison Policy Institute.

A crucial lifeline, Wisconsin’s jails are overcharging for detainee phone calls

by Cait Gibbons
April 9, 2019
Madison sees historic 'pink wave,' but there's still work to be done

Madison sees historic ‘pink wave,’ but there’s still work to be done

by Cait Gibbons
April 3, 2019
Let’s be clear — College admissions have always favored the wealthy

Let’s be clear — College admissions have always favored the wealthy

by Cait Gibbons
March 13, 2019
Data collected from Division of Adult Institutions Prison Admissions Data report, 2017.

‘Invisibly shackled’: Parole, probation in Wisconsin create insurmountable barriers to rehabilitation

by Cait Gibbons
February 12, 2019
Political integrity is vital to democracy — discourse on Twitter must not be an exception

Political integrity is vital to democracy — discourse on Twitter must not be an exception

by Cait Gibbons
January 30, 2019
Implied consent laws set dangerous precedent for abuse of power

Implied consent laws set dangerous precedent for abuse of power

by Cait Gibbons
January 29, 2019
Unintended consequences: kids of incarcerated parents suffer most from America's mass incarceration

Unintended consequences: kids of incarcerated parents suffer most from America’s mass incarceration

by Cait Gibbons
January 22, 2019
Americans need to learn more about world outside America

Americans need to learn more about world outside America

by Cait Gibbons
November 19, 2018
Don't ignore the data — a drinking age of 21 is better for society

Don’t ignore the data — a drinking age of 21 is better for society

by Cait Gibbons
October 23, 2018
Politicians seem to care about mental health resources, now it's on us to destigmatize

Politicians seem to care about mental health resources, now it’s on us to destigmatize

by Cait Gibbons
October 9, 2018
If you don't trust the voting system, you need to vote to change it

If you don’t trust the voting system, you need to vote to change it

by Cait Gibbons
October 2, 2018
The difference between learning from mistakes and wasting time

The difference between learning from mistakes and wasting time

by Cait Gibbons
September 25, 2018
While in 'Red Zone,' UW needs to reexamine their sexual assault prevention education

While in ‘Red Zone,’ UW needs to reexamine their sexual assault prevention education

by Cait Gibbons
September 11, 2018
It is not hard to maximize your college experience while minimizing spending

It is not hard to maximize your college experience while minimizing spending

by Cait Gibbons
July 27, 2018
Innocent until proven guilty — if you can afford it

Innocent until proven guilty — if you can afford it

by Cait Gibbons
May 1, 2018
With UW Regent in the mix, blue wave looks more promising

With UW Regent in the mix, blue wave looks more promising

by Cait Gibbons
April 27, 2018
The future won't be female if Republicans have anything to do with it

The future won’t be female if Republicans have anything to do with it

by Cait Gibbons
April 24, 2018
Fake news isn't just fake facts — cherry-picking, misrepresenting the truth is still a lie

Fake news isn’t just fake facts — cherry-picking, misrepresenting the truth is still a lie

by Cait Gibbons
April 18, 2018
Women shouldn't have to resort to second-rate options for comprehensive healthcare

Women shouldn’t have to resort to second-rate options for comprehensive healthcare

by Cait Gibbons
April 17, 2018
Politicians shouldn't exploit taxpayer dollars for personal gain

Politicians shouldn’t exploit taxpayer dollars for personal gain

by Cait Gibbons
April 10, 2018
UW's impressive voter turnout reflects insurgence of student activism

UW’s impressive voter turnout reflects insurgence of student activism

by Cait Gibbons
April 10, 2018
UHS is listening. So let's talk.

UHS is listening. So let’s talk.

by Cait Gibbons
April 4, 2018
Badger Herald archival photo of solar panels. April 21, 2016.

Walker doesn’t care about environment, but luckily, Madison does

by Cait Gibbons
April 3, 2018
The kids are not alright

The kids are not alright

by Cait Gibbons
March 22, 2018
State’s GPS bracelet system inefficient, ineffective in monitoring offenders

State’s GPS bracelet system inefficient, ineffective in monitoring offenders

by Cait Gibbons
March 20, 2018
UW can't keep imploring students to take action if they aren't ready to listen

UW can’t keep imploring students to take action if they aren’t ready to listen

by Cait Gibbons
March 14, 2018
Sen. Leah Vukmir's hyper-partisanship detrimental for Wisconsin citizens

Sen. Leah Vukmir’s hyper-partisanship detrimental for Wisconsin citizens

by Cait Gibbons
March 13, 2018
UPDATED: UW surgeon's history of sexual misconduct reprehensible, but accepting responsibility crucial first step

UPDATED: UW surgeon’s history of sexual misconduct reprehensible, but accepting responsibility crucial first step

by Cait Gibbons
March 9, 2018
Teachers hold immense governing power before gubernatorial elections

Teachers hold immense governing power before gubernatorial elections

by Cait Gibbons
March 7, 2018
Recognizing economic, gender disparities essential for equity in education

Recognizing economic, gender disparities essential for equity in education

by Cait Gibbons
March 6, 2018
Death penalty only reinforces a cycle of senseless violence

Death penalty only reinforces a cycle of senseless violence

by Cait Gibbons
February 27, 2018
Supreme Court elections inevitably induce political agendas

Supreme Court elections inevitably induce political agendas

by Cait Gibbons
February 27, 2018
Fraternity culture inherently broken, benefits can be found in less problematic setting

Fraternity culture inherently broken, benefits can be found in less problematic setting

by Cait Gibbons
February 21, 2018
Mandatory drug tests, increased work requirements do nothing to help welfare recipients

Mandatory drug tests, increased work requirements do nothing to help welfare recipients

by Cait Gibbons
February 20, 2018
Bucky Promise takes first step in rejecting exploitative, inaccessible education system

Bucky Promise takes first step in rejecting exploitative, inaccessible education system

by Cait Gibbons
February 14, 2018
Inaccurate depictions of 'middle class' wealth perpetuate divide in class consciousness

Inaccurate depictions of ‘middle class’ wealth perpetuate divide in class consciousness

by Cait Gibbons
February 13, 2018
Prison labor exploitative, unjust, unproductive toward inmate rehabilitation

Prison labor exploitative, unjust, unproductive toward inmate rehabilitation

by Cait Gibbons
February 6, 2018
Athletics focusing on camaraderie, teamwork, should not be threatened by fear of sexual assault

Athletics focusing on camaraderie, teamwork, should not be threatened by fear of sexual assault

by Cait Gibbons
January 30, 2018
Government shutdown, senate seats flipping indicate rift in Republican Party

Government shutdown, senate seats flipping indicate rift in Republican Party

by Cait Gibbons
January 26, 2018
It should take more than a rousing speech to be considered for president

It should take more than a rousing speech to be considered for president

by Cait Gibbons
January 23, 2018
In modern America, truth has taken a backseat to convenience

In modern America, truth has taken a backseat to convenience

by Cait Gibbons
December 12, 2017
To combat low university employment, UW must commit to putting student needs first

To combat low university employment, UW must commit to putting student needs first

by Cait Gibbons
December 5, 2017
Gutting net neutrality will punish university students

Gutting net neutrality will punish university students

by Cait Gibbons
November 28, 2017
Gap in prison, university spending reveals questionable priorities

Gap in prison, university spending reveals questionable priorities

by Cait Gibbons
November 21, 2017
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