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Do’s and Don’ts of Study Abroad

By Sarah Fischer | October 9, 2018

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Three for Three: My Top Podcast Picks

By Afia Jones | October 8, 2018

Americans check their phones every 12 minutes, which adds up to 80 times people are delved into the activities that take place on their phone, according to the New York Post. In the same report, it’s stated that the longest time a person can go without...

SA Senate approves new senator and two student organizations Sunday

By Tom Burton | October 7, 2018

The Student Association Senate continued to fill senator positions  and granted full recognition to two student organizations during Sunday’s meeting in the Sky Room of the Holmes Student Center.Tristan Martin, speaker of the Senate, led parliamentary...

Papa John’s takes a different direction with new marketing campaign

By Sarah Fischer | October 7, 2018

Papa John’s pizza franchise has become a popular topic after sudden talk about altering its iconic logo.Not only may they modify the overall font of their emblem, they plan to omit the apostrophe in Papa John’s as well. The change may seem insignificant...

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Put Your Best Seasonal Boot Forward

By Rachel Sanchez | October 5, 2018

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‘A Star Is Born’: Revitalized Classic Captures Hollywood’s Attention

By Sarah Fischer | October 4, 2018

We’re all familiar with singer/songwriter Lady Gaga and the prominent voice she has had in Hollywood. Her music has been on the charts since 2008, and in 2015, she co-starred in “American Horror Story: Hotel,” revealing her talents as an actress....

‘North Country’ presents empowering message

By Parker Otto | October 4, 2018

The 2005 film “North Country” delivers strong performances and a relevant narrative in light of the #Me Too and #Time’s Up movements. The film was screened 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., as part of the ongoing Richard...

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The Collegiate Road Less Traveled

By Afia Jones | October 2, 2018

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SA plans to improve campus involvement

By Tom Burton | October 1, 2018

The Student Association Senate filled the occupancies of several positions and passed a major bill in Sunday’s meeting at the Regency Room of the Holmes Student Center.Tristan Martin, Speaker of the Senate, led parliamentary procedure in electing three...

‘Iron Fist’ Season 2 Doesn’t Pack a Punch

By Sarah LaLond | October 1, 2018

Marvel’s genius, billionaire and philanthropist, Danny Rand, played by Finn Jones, came back on Sept. 7 in season 2 of “Iron Fist” on Netflix. However, unlike Tony Stark, Danny isn’t a compelling character.Every other Marvel Netflix TV series...