Debate Primer: “and is in our DNA”
This week, Political Union will be debating whether or not “and is in our DNA” culture at Northwestern is good for students.
Content Warning: This content will include references to mental health and self-harm.
First an introduction on general college mental health trends post-pandemic. [5 minutes]
Another short rundown on mental health statistics in college. [4 minutes]
Some comparisons on the quarter versus semester academic systems. [3 minutes]
An overview on the toxicity of university productivity culture. [5 minutes]
Some statistics on how many college students find it necessary to work through college due to financial pressures. [5 minutes]
A rejection of “hustle culture” as a necessity to our generation. [4 minutes]
Analysis of the dangers of an obsession with productivity. [3 minutes]
An Op-ed from the Daily Northwestern on toxic productivity culture at Northwestern. [4 minutes]
A 2019 Op-ed from the Daily Northwestern on the then-rise of student suicides on campus. [3 minutes]
Including an update on the REFORM CAPS movement at Northwestern. [3 minutes]
Photo courtesy of The Washington Post.
