Archives - Mariah Lansing

Missing person case highlights University’s failings

While I’m disappointed in the University’s lack of response to Professor Rantakari’s disappearance, I can’t say I’m surprised. 

Exclusive Mountain Dew flavors (and where to find them)

Everyone reading this has most likely heard about Mountain Dew’s Baja Blast, an exclusive Taco Bell flavor that is now…

Students abuzz on Meliora Weekend

Meliora Weekend: the University’s three-day-long event intended to celebrate alumni, current students, and their families. Everyone knows the feeling of…

Food Truck Rodeo: a Rochester Summer tradition for 12 years

The Food Truck Rodeo is a favorite amongst locals for a reason: it’s a wonderful opportunity to familiarize yourself with and support local businesses.

Fringe Festival belly dance performances: Desert Rhythms and Dylaina Alexandria

Many different styles of belly dance were showcased through solos, duets, and group work, as well as usage of props such as veils, canes, and swords.

‘GUTS’ gives Olivia Rodrigo ground to stand on

With made-for-radio melodies, experimental guitar riffs, and lyrics that sting with humor and candor, “GUTS” hones into what “Olivia Rodrigo” sounds like.

Thoughts on Barbie and healing the inner child

I would like to think that after watching Barbie, every woman is listening to the little girl inside her soul again.

Confessions of a Midwestern Spinster

Allow me to give you, lovely and (hopefully) unbetrothed reader, an explanation as to why I am so bitter about something I should be congratulating my peers for.

Eastman Announces Woodstock Revival

“Woodstock ‘23,” is set for June 23 through June 25, and will feature an array of artists whom the organizers claim students will definitely love. Please.

An opportunity to create: Turkish Ebru sip n’ paint with Muslim Students’ Association

The Muslim Students’ Association’s Sip n’ Paint sent many students home with a weight lifted off their shoulders and a few pieces of artwork of their own.