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Help me lose my mind: a “This Darkness Mine” review

Luke Reynolds, Copy Editor, Anchor, Reporter November 14, 2017

Announcer: Welcome back to "Another Unpopular Opinion"! Here's your host, Luke Reynolds! *audience cheers, some boo* Luke: Hello, everyone! Welcome back to another installment of this...thing....

4 lesser-known singles to add to your Spotify playlist

4 lesser-known singles to add to your Spotify playlist

Mary Vander Weg, Online Graphic Designer November 14, 2017

“Generous” by Olivia Holt Olivia Holt first came to be known from her roles in Disney channel’s “I Didn’t Do It,” and Disney XD’s “Kickin’ It,” but nowadays she’s traded in the...

Artwork by Angela Zirbes

I am thankful for . . .

Sadie Rhomberg and Natalie Dunlap November 12, 2017

Photos by Sadie Rhomberg and Sean Brown

Buck takes on a more traditional fall look, with a Ragstock flannel, Target white t-shirt, Charlotte Russe jeans and shoes from Von Maur.

Fashion Friday: Emily Buck ’19

Anjali Huynh, Print Managing Editor, Co-Copy Editor November 10, 2017

As the weather gets colder, many are beginning to venture to local stores to find new apparel to wear. However, it is possible to shop without emptying your wallet. Emily Buck '19 shares how she has...

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It’s gonna go down in flames: a “Little Fires Everywhere” review

Luke Reynolds, Copy Editor, Anchor, Reporter November 7, 2017

Have you ever read a book so magical it took your breath away? Maybe there wasn't even actual magic within those pages. It was the writing, so rich and detailed, the characters, so real and explored, the...

Believe in new beginnings: a Here We Are Now review

Believe in new beginnings: a “Here We Are Now” review

Luke Reynolds, Copy Editor, Anchor, Reporter November 6, 2017

Family. That word means a lot to people around the world. However, what makes up a family is different for everyone. Some people have big families, parents and grandparents and lots of siblings. Some have...

What kind of candy are you?

What kind of candy are you?

Kristina Rosebrook, Online and Broadcast Entertainment Editor November 4, 2017

Here is another quiz if you have been wondering who your celebrity valentine could be, or what gift you should get your valentine when the holiday comes around: A quiz-tacular Valentine’s Day

Fashion Friday: Miranda Medina ’18

Samalya Thenuwara, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief November 3, 2017

Her bright blue hair and personalized style express her fun personality. "[Style is] adding your own little spice to yourself," Medina said. Click here for more fashion content.  

Comparing Apples newest phone models

Comparing Apple’s newest phone models

Mary Vander Weg, Online Graphic Designer November 2, 2017

Mary Vander Weg

Adam Sandler (left) and Dustin Hoffman,( right) in The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected)

Baumbach scores again with “The Meyerowitz Stories (new and selected)”

Harry Westergaard, Arts Editor, Co-Copy Editor November 1, 2017

Editor's note: This story was written before accusations of sexual assault were directed at star Dustin Hoffman.  If you are a fan of Noah Baumbach films, you will have a pretty good idea of what to...

Which Halloween costume are you?

Which Halloween costume are you?

Ken Wilbur, Podcast Editor October 31, 2017

Take the quiz here to find out which costume fits you the best

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