Dishin’ it with Disha: The importance of 'third places'
By Disha Hoque | Mar. 20, 2024As we decrease our use of public spaces that don’t involve work or family, the way we form friendships and connections also changes.
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Bowlby’s Breakdown: UConn will win back-to-back national championships
By Andrew Bowlby | Mar. 20, 2024Here’s why the Huskies will end March Madness as the first repeat champions since 2007.
Ethan’s Excerpts: Outdoor industry still lacks inclusion
By Ethan Herx | Mar. 20, 2024Even with pushes forward in DEI in recent years, the outdoor recreation industry still lacks representation and access for marginalized communities.
What We’re Watching: Read the Dune books
By Mia Ashby | Mar. 19, 2024With the success of both the “Dune” films being readily apparent, more people should pick up the books and consider reading more in depth into the lore of the Dune universe, as there’s so much more beneath the surface.
From the Grapevine: Sustainability is trending
By Libby Evans | Mar. 19, 2024The rising trend of brand sustainability stems from fears of the reality of climate change effects. Many brands utilize this concern to boost profits without proof of sustainability efforts. Younger generations are immersing sustainability into media trends and will hopefully help real change.
Kickin’ with Kyra: Music videos a powerful source of entertainment
By Kyra Dapore | Mar. 19, 2024Music videos are an important aspect of music and entertainment.
Lillian’s Lowdown: “The Sims 4” will always be imperfect
By Lillian Barry | Mar. 18, 2024“The Sims 4” keeps creating problems for itself.
The Lo-Down: Do not bet on March Madness
By Logan Adams | Mar. 18, 2024Here is why you should not gamble on the biggest event in American sports.
Blabby Abby: Big cities, introverts do not mix
By Abby Jenkins | Mar. 18, 2024After my recent trip to New York City, I wanted to discuss the reality of being an anxious introvert in a large urban area and provide tips on how to ease some worries.
Sassy Cassie: Being a hater is fun
By Cassie Dye | Mar. 18, 2024Being a hater and disliking something is fun, but you can do it in a respectful way.
From the Grapevine: Florida, Texas censorship laws could change social media
By Libby Evans | Mar. 7, 2024New Texas and Florida laws that keep social media platforms from censoring viewpoint content are under review of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Talking Points with Taylor: The Israel-Hamas war is causing an environmental, humanitarian crisis
By Taylor Henninger | Mar. 7, 2024Israeli military efforts have destroyed the Gaza Strip. Apart from those bombings and attacks killing and injuring Gazans, they are also causing an environmental disaster.
Daphne’s Dispatch: Why is there an age requirement of 25 to book on Airbnb?
By Daphne Graeter | Mar. 7, 2024Airbnb’s age requirement policy restricts renters under the age of 25 to book rentals makes booking trips as a younger adult more difficult.
Editorial: Report for America’s pull from hedge-funds hurts local journalism
By The Post Editorial Board | Mar. 6, 2024It is not the role of Report for America to pass judgment over smaller, local publications that have made the difficult decision to open up to a large media company as such a large organization when these local papers are struggling to even stay afloat.
Absolutely Abby: Internship process for underclassmen is extremely flawed
By Abby Waechter | Mar. 6, 2024Students are flocking to job postings to apply for internships, but is landing one as an underclassman realistic?
Obert Opines: ‘Dune: Part Two,’ one of the greatest sci-fi films ever
By Bobby Gorbett | Mar. 6, 2024‘Dune: Part Two’s’ performances, effects and dialogue are the key attributes that cement the film as one of the genre’s greats.
Sports Watch: The best rushers in the NFL draft
By Jasper Greuel | Mar. 6, 2024With so many running backs hitting free agency this offseason, some teams may opt to rebuild their backfields through the draft. Though this class doesn’t have a can’t miss prospect there are several that could fill the need of a starting running back.
Taylor’s Table Talk: TikTok influencers are the new paparazzi
By Taylor Orcutt | Mar. 5, 2024As TikTok influencers achieve levels of stardom akin to celebrities, they gain access to red-carpet events. However, this exclusive access combined with their careers in content creation has led to behaviors eerily similar to paparazzi instead.
Girl Talk: Best of recent recycled fashion trends
By Lola Morana | Mar. 5, 2024Many decades of past fashion trends have cycled in and out of the spotlight over the past few years, here are some of the best ones we’ve seen.
What We’re Watching: “Longlegs” prime example of successfully teasing horror film
By Mia Ashby | Mar. 4, 2024New horror film from “Neon” features Nicholas Cage as not only one of the titular main roles, but also as lead producer. Even with such a well-known name working on the film, there’s still barely anything known about what’s in store for audiences upon its release.
