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EXPRESS YOURSELF- News Editor Megan Voorhees puts herself out their in an odd way. Graphic by Deirdre Northrup-Riesterer

Getting back out of my hermit shell

Megan Voorhees February 27, 2025

Disclaimer: I am over the age of 21 and do not condone underage drinking or drinking irresponsibly. College is typically the time when people start to explore, come out of their shell, gain new experiences,...

KEEP AN EYE OUT — Wherever you look, there is some form of journalism, you might just not recognize it.

Journalism isn’t dying, it’s adapting

Emma Marotz, Sports Writer February 10, 2025

By definition, Britannica describes journalism as “the collection, preparation, and distribution of news and related commentary and feature materials through such print and electronic media as newspapers,...

Opinion — I wish TikTok was banned

Opinion — I wish TikTok was banned

Lindsey Hollander January 30, 2025

When I heard TikTok was going to be banned in the U.S. (before it was reversed) I was, to put it simply, hopeful. Hopeful because I felt that this could be the start of something good—a fresh start....

FINDING RESOURCES — Textbooks can be resourced from libraries and local thrift stores.

Opinion – The Best Books Aren’t Bought

Megan Smith, Assistant Features Editor January 14, 2025

Textbooks are essential to most courses in college. Plenty of courses require multiple textbooks that cost upwards of $100 each. These costs, which should be provided by the tuition fee, feel unavoidable...

FILL UP- Mr.Tire air pump that provides free air, and just so happened to make my day better.

Opinion — When I ran out of air

Megan Voorhees October 23, 2024

I woke up the morning of Friday, Oct. 4 with a bright demeanor for the day. Walking out the door at a leisurely pace, I had a pep in my step, ready to attend my weekly work meeting. I sat down in the driver's...

Harry, the stray cat that is depicted in this article, happily enjoying the sun.

Opinion- Adopt, don’t shop

Lindsey Hollander October 4, 2024

I remember sitting in the back of the car, half asleep, going to drop off recycling with my mom. As she was recycling, there was a “meow” heard from deep within the recyclables. My mom stopped...

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