Newschoolers Awards

2020 Newschoolers Awards | Categories

by Newschoolers
Dec 19th 2019 - 3 comments

We’ll be celebrating making it through two decades of life with a 20th-anniversary awards ceremony and blowout party at Dew Tour. While most of the awards will be contemporary, we’ll also be taking a look back through our storied history and recognizing some of the key individuals who brought both our community, and skiing as a whole, to where we are today.

The Red Slopes: How Communism is Rescuing the Ski Industry

by pattyeiks
May 12th 2024 - 46 comments

The essay explores the surprising impact of communism on the ski industry, traditionally associated with capitalism. It argues that communist principles are revitalizing skiing, emphasizing accessibility, environmental stewardship, and community empowerment. Through case studies like Rosa Khutor in Russia and Changbaishan in China, it highlights how communist-led initiatives democratize skiing, protect the environment, and empower local communities. Despite challenges, such as bureaucratic hurdles, communism offers a viable alternative to profit-driven models, transforming skiing into a bastion of inclusivity, sustainability, and social justice.