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The Student News Site of Grand Valley State University

Grand Valley Lanthorn

The Student News Site of Grand Valley State University

Grand Valley Lanthorn

From last to first, University of Colorado football earns its way to the top

Sam Nowotnik, Staff Writer Sep 25, 2023

Whether you are a fan of the University of Colorado football team or not, it has been hard to avoid seeing trending headlines about this team. There has been a lot of talk surrounding this team, and many think this team shouldn’t be trending on all...

Usher announced to headline superbowl– Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! 

Usher announced to headline superbowl– Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! 

Lanthorn Editorial Team Sep 25, 2023

Recently it was announced that musical artist and dancer Usher will be headlining the Super Bowl LVIII halftime show coming 2024, which is an absolute "dub" if you ask us.  The announcement was made through the NFL’s official X account in a series...

What is ATHENA, and why is it so important to women like me?

Hope Leinen, Staff Writer Sep 25, 2023

ATHENA is an affinity group of the Grand Rapids Chamber that provides women professionals in West Michigan to grow in their community and be celebrated for their successes. As someone who has attended numerous events with ATHENA, I can tell you that they...

How to feel better about graduating if you don’t totally have a plan

Hope Leinen, Staff Writer Sep 18, 2023

If you’re like me and are close to graduating, I’m sure you are feeling the impending weight of the, “So what are your plans after you graduate?” question. I’m here to tell you that it is okay if you do not have an answer yet. It can feel overwhelming...

Get in & stay in- what is wrong with American government today

Get in & stay in- what is wrong with American government today

Lanthorn Editorial Staff Sep 18, 2023

With 2024 being a major election year in the U.S., voters and politicians are beginning to speak up about age limits within elected government positions.  With the average age of many politicians in or near the typical retirement age, we believe the...

Dating in the ‘Dale

Elizabeth Schanz, Editor in Chief Sep 18, 2023

When it comes to dating in college there are a lot of factors to think about. Do I use dating apps? Am I attracted to him, or is he just my friend? If I go out with the kid from my 9 a.m., will it make class more unbearable than it already is if it goes...

The art of making and maintaining friends in college

Maddie Zimmerman, Staff Writer Sep 18, 2023

Every single person in college wants to feel accepted. They want to feel accepted by who they are, what they like and by others around them. Besides doing well in classes, making friends is among the biggest worries for students in college. I am here...

Mel Tucker is another example of problematic patterns

Mel Tucker is another example of problematic patterns

Lanthorn Editorial Staff Sep 11, 2023

The Mel Tucker allegations are a dark reminder of the complicated and unfortunate history of sexual misconduct and university athletic departments. This past weekend, Michigan State University's head football coach Mel Tucker was accused of sexual...

Confidence is key, fake it till you make it

Maddie Zimmerman, Staff Writer Sep 11, 2023

When you hear the words “fake it till you make it” it sounds cheesy, right? We have all had peers, parents and teachers repeat that phrase. I, like them, want to emphasize that faking it until you make it is essential when it comes to confidence....

The evolving world of AI in the classroom and workplace

Sam Nowotnik, Staff Writer Sep 11, 2023

It seems as if the trend and takeover of artificial intelligence (AI) happened overnight. AI is evolving way faster than I ever thought it would. It is now used for headshots, pictures, research papers and formulations. With this comes many great things,...

Scared of failing?

Jacob Welch, Columnist Sep 5, 2023

There is a constant struggle that we find ourselves in daily battle with. Nobody is exempt. We fail from time to time, and other times, we succeed in our war. But I fear we have succumbed, and a generational torment may follow. It is so easy to choose...

The rise of gambling and its dangers

Sam Nowotnik, Staff Writer Sep 5, 2023

When you think of gambling, you may instantly think of Las Vegas. You think of fancy casinos, lots of money and massive jackpots. However, with new technology and social platforms, this perception is no longer the only scenario in which gambling is prevalent....

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