Op-Eds
solar eclipse
Looking beyond the scope of campus: what we should do with our eclipse glasses
Receiving glasses for free was a privilege that not everyone in the path of totality had.
Op-Eds
Before criticizing performative activism, ask what you are doing to help
What’s come about from the widespread connectivity of the online world is a form of activism that centers around reshares and reposts.
enjoyment
Notes by Nadia: Can money buy happiness?
People can enjoy their hobbies without worrying about finances. Because let’s be honest, not everyone loves their job.
bands
Misogyny and bigotry plague the heavy music scene
Bands fronted by people of color, queer folk, and feminine-presenting people have always existed, but because their white, cisgender male counterparts overshadow them, they struggle to find and build a following and are often belittled for their musical skill.
entertainment
Live action remakes: If it ain’t broke, do it again but worse
For the most part, these movies are just rehashes — visually bland and feebly attempting to offset their lack of originality with celebrity cameos and nostalgia bait.
advice
Notes by Nadia: The importance of being a good listener
I hope that more people can value the act of listening attentively and positively responding to conversations.
fashion
Notes by Nadia: Expressing yourself through fashion
What we wear tells a story about who we are.
Education
UR’s open curriculum gave me room to explore
Being able to explore different courses that I found interesting was the way I navigated declaring my major.
Israel-Palestine
Blindspots: For Aaron Bushnell
Aaron Bushnell's death demands our attention. There cannot be a normal day until this war is brought to an end.
apple
The Apple Vision Pro is scary good
The fully immersive headset brings the user into a new world with the tap of a finger.