Keith Olsen, Author at The Statesman

Letter to the Editors of The Statesman, re: “Does diversity really matter?”

Arielle Martinez, Hanaa’ Tameez, Rebecca Anzel, Deanna Del Ciello, Kelly Zegers & Keith OlsenFeatured Opinions Top StoryMay 5, 2018May 5, 2018

As former editors-in-chief and managing editors of The Statesman, we cannot imagine what must have changed so drastically at the paper to allow the atmosphere for this so-called opinion piece to be published.

John Harvard’s offers delicious variety of in-house beers

Keith OlsenArtsMarch 10, 2014March 11, 2014

Although there are a few establishments on the island that flourished from the recent interest in micro and local breweries, one of the most successful is the John Harvard’s Brewery. Located on nearby Nesconset Highway, this bar and restaurant hosts an in-house brewery where they make and serve seasonal beers and fantastic food.

Support from administration fuels activist groups on campus

Keith OlsenOpinionsNovember 12, 2013

However surprising it might be to the current students of Stony Brook University, our campus was once such an active base of operations for left-leaning political causes that many considered it the “Berkeley of the East.” After the end of the Vietnam War and the demonization of liberal ideals that came with Carter’s defeat, the political activity at the university quickly lost this identity. While liberal causes have continued to have a fairly muted presence on campus, the new drive toward allowing males who have had sex with other males to donate blood calls back to years past when students truly cared enough to change the world.

New Center for the Study of Men and Masculinity is a great step in the right direction

Keith OlsenOpinionsAugust 26, 2013

This is a great direction for the university to pursue and is a development that will greatly increase its image. While women’s studies uses the female gender to study history, politics and other social changes, the male gender should also have this equal opportunity.

The importance of joining organizations of campus

Keith OlsenOpinions Top StoryAugust 26, 2013

One of the most obvious facts about Stony Brook University is its immense and intimidating size. Its huge size and population can make it extremely difficult to form strong bonds with other people, which makes it easier to deal with the stress of such an academically challenging school. Perhaps the best way to survive and prosper in this new and rigorous environment is to join something bigger than yourself, specifically an organization or club.

Potential for change in American-Russian relations

Keith OlsenOpinionsApril 22, 2013April 25, 2013

One of the most interesting details that has become public in the aftermath is the nationality of these perpetrators, which has enormous significance and could point us towards a motive. The two men immigrated to America from Chechnya, a region of Russia that has been the focus of an intense civil war and insurgency.

Administration needs to finish existing construction before beginning new projects

Keith OlsenOpinions Top StoryApril 15, 2013April 17, 2013

There’s hardly any place on campus where the signs of the university’s rapid expansion can be escaped. We should applaud the administration’s desire to mold Stony Brook into one of the nation’s most prestigious universities, but the current scope is going too far, far enough that it has become a burden to the current students.

Rising tensions in North Korea

Keith OlsenOpinionsApril 8, 2013April 9, 2013

It isn’t a rare occurrence for North Korea to threaten America and South Korea, but its threats have become oddly specific recently. It has stated its intent to fire nuclear missiles at Guam and Hawaii in addition to aiming at their southern neighbor.

Top three with Keith: a summary of foreign affairs

Keith OlsenOpinions UncategorizedApril 1, 2013

Egypt A well-known Egyptian comedian has been released on bail after a warrant was issued for his arrest. Bassem Youssef gained notoriety following the Arab Spring revolution in Egypt by…

Top three with Keith: a summary of foreign affair on March 25th

Keith OlsenOpinionsMarch 25, 2013March 27, 2013

The most important international events in North Korea, England, Cyprus