“You know what’s more dangerous than an illegal immigrant that goes to work at sunrise or the drag queen who reads books to kids, 7 frat boys at Cornell University & those who stayed silent as a woman was being SA’d.” That post, and others like it, showed up all over my Instagram feed after […]
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5 Episodes In: “Dancing with the Stars” Standings & Predictions
“Dancing with the Stars” is now entering Week 5. With five celebrities already eliminated, where do the rest of the celebrity couples stand? I’ll be ranking couples based on scores and popularity, predicting which couples I think will be eliminated each week through the rest of the competition. The Eliminated: Week 1, Episode 1: On […]
Why Social Media Has Made Us Self-Conscious
As college students, we all know social media has become a big part of everyday life. Almost everyone I know uses apps like Instagram, TikTok, or Snapchat to stay in the loop with friends’ lives as well as influencers, to see or take pictures, and also to stay in touch with people you may not […]
Unlucky 13? “American Horror Story” Returns… But it’s Not Great
Fall is here and spooky season has officially started, so of course “American Horror Story” showed up right on time with its 13th season. For anyone who hasn’t watched, AHS is a horror series that tells a different story each season. Some seasons have character crossovers from earlier ones, but each one usually stands on […]
Why Watkins Glen Is Worth The Drive
College can sometimes feel like a constant cycle of doing the same thing, again and again. Go to class, study, eat, repeat. And when you’re looking to take a break from campus, a weekend getaway doesn’t have to be expensive or elaborate. One of my favorite places I have been so far is Watkins Glen, […]
Why Trends Always Come Back
Fashion is always changing! However, it kind of feels like nothing ever goes out of style for good. From platform flip-flops to platform UGG slides and low-rise jeans to ultra-low-rise, trends from the past seem to find their way back into societal norms and popularity. People often believe new trends are always authentic or original, […]
The Met Gala: Review of the Hits and Misses of the Event
The Met Gala was themed “costume art”, in hopes guests would pull from artworks of the past for inspiration. Some celebrities blew any expectations out of the water with their outfits while several fell flat. Hits (1) Emma Chamberlain Emma Chamberlain was the best dressed of the night. She encapsulated the theme perfectly, drawing inspiration […]
Should Cortland’s Dining Halls Step Up to the Plate??
Although SUNY Cortland is known for its strong academics, campus life, and athletic programs, one area that I believe falls short of student expectations constantly is the food. I believe the dining services and halls are a main part of “the college experience.” Walking into the dining halls before, after, or even between classes should […]
“Unidos, Somos Mas: Together, We Are More” Revisiting Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15th to October 15th, We need to go over the cultural details that you may have missed during Bad Bunny’s halftime show. It has been a NINE long months since the Super Bowl, and I still can’t get over this year’s halftime show. Nearly 130 […]
The Rise of CELSIUS on College Campuses
What is one of the first things college kids reach for in the morning to drink? A caffeinated beverage of some type, whether it is a coffee, tea, or energy drink, you name it. Recently, college kids take a look at CELSIUS and see the colors and fun flavors, and they immediately need to pick […]