TSPR Commentaries

For our Women’s Voices commentary series, Western Illinois University President Kristi Mindup says when people invest in a university degree, they’re investing in themselves.

Guest commentator Tom Carper shares some thoughts about a proposed economic development project in Macomb.

For our Women’s Voice series, commentator Sydney Null talks about the joys and challenges of being a parent.

For our Women’s Voices series, commentator Cristina Heras Marcos says meaningful conversations involve more than just the words that are spoken.

For our Women’s Voices series, commentator Stacy Nimmo-Miller says we can help those living in poverty by looking beyond the obvious.

Women’s Voices commentator Heather McIlvaine-Newsad tells us about a recent train ride in Chicago that she will never forget.

Michelle Cassady says she struggled for a long time after being attacked. For our Women’s Voices commentary series, she tells us how she turned that fear into freedom.

For our Women’s Voices series, commentator Krista Bowers Sharpe says it’s good to question what you know — even if it brings a bit of uncertainty into your life.

For our Women’s Voices series, commentator Beth Howard examines what love is — and what it is not.

Women’s Voices commentator Heather McIlvaine-Newsad is a strong supporter of international exchange programs. She’s concerned international tensions might undo the goodwill these programs have created.