Ben Matsa

Ben Matsa, Staff Writer

Hi! My name is Ben Matsa. I am a Junior, and a writer for the opinion section. This is my first year with the Evanstonian. I look forward to bringing Economic topics and lessons to the Evanstonian. Outside of the Evanstonian I am the President of the Economics and Investing Club, compete for DECA and play goalkeeper for the varsity soccer team.

By Ben Matsa

Opinion | Why Illinois Should Start Using Money To Get Kids To Show Up To School

Ben Matsa, Opinion Columnist • February 27, 2026

Education has become so widespread in America that missing out on it leaves you miles behind. Today, a student skipping school means significantly harming one's future. Currently, a staggering 75% of state...

You’re Picking Your College Major Wrong

Ben Matsa, Opinion Columnist • January 23, 2026

Your choice of college major is one of the most important decisions of someone's life. Mistakes in the ways that students pick majors can have detrimental impacts on their life trajectories. Alarmingly,...

With the rising prices of college, is it still worth it?

Ben Matsa • September 19, 2025

As high school students begin to look at colleges, one of the first things that catches their eye is the price. From 2013-2023, the average tuition has increased by over 25%, and with the total cost to...