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Editorial: Political pawns: prisoner pandas pulled from public zoos

Editorial: Political pawns: prisoner pandas pulled from public zoos

Lanthorn Editorial Board Nov 13, 2023

Giant pandas are often a fan favorite for zoo goers across the country, but soon all the giant pandas could be leaving the United States. We feel that animals shouldn't be able to be owned or traded, much less for political bargaining. The giant pandas...

Editorial: GV students need to show more support for women's sports

Editorial: GV students need to show more support for women’s sports

Lanthorn Editorial Board Nov 6, 2023

Support for women’s sporting events has often been dwarfed by that of their male counterparts. At Grand Valley State University there are currently nine men’s and eleven women's varsity sports active within the athletic department. Soon, women’s...

Snow is not just for the change of seasons but so much more

Hope Leinen, Staff Writer Nov 6, 2023

The first snowfall of the year. While some people may groan over the unexpected treat, it is the first sign of the most magical time of the year. The snow is a clean slate. A white blanket that covers everything it touches and makes it pristine. It...

Companies should not abruptly force a mandatory back-to-office policy

Sam Nowotnik, Staff Writer Nov 6, 2023

Working remotely or doing school from home is something we all collectively see as normal now, despite it being very weird years ago. In 2020, when we were all sent home for COVID-19 lockdowns, there was a lot of learning and navigating happening. We...

Hot takes: fashion trend edition

Maddie Zimmerman, Staff Writer Oct 30, 2023

We have all heard of “hot takes.” So what about some hot takes: fashion edition? I will be going over some fashion ticks and some fashion icks.  To start off on a high note, I will be going over some current popular fashion trends that I love....

“So magnetic it’s almost obnoxious”- ranking Taylor Swift’s 1989 (TV) Vault tracks

“So magnetic it’s almost obnoxious”- ranking Taylor Swift’s 1989 (TV) Vault tracks

Lanthorn Editorial Team Oct 30, 2023

On Oct. 27, Taylor Swift released her fourth album rerecording– “1989 (Taylor’s Version).” Originally released in 2014, the new release allowed Swift to own the legal rights to the album, which sold over a million copies almost a decade ago. According...

Why permanent daylight savings time is needed

Sam Nowotnik, Staff Writer Oct 30, 2023

On Sunday, Nov. 5, the clocks will fall back an hour making our days feel shorter yet again. As we end our school or work day, it will most likely be pitch black outside and the dreaded dark winter season begins. For years there has been talk of changing...

Caffeine crazy college kids

Hope Leinen, Staff Writer Oct 30, 2023

It’s no secret that college students consume an insurmountable amount of caffeine. Maybe it’s the long nights studying or the long days of classes- whatever it may be, one thing is for sure…college kids are addicted. If you ask any person on...

A spooky season to-do list

Maddie Zimmerman, Staff Writer Oct 23, 2023

Spooky season is my favorite time of the year. The weather gets crisp. The leaves change colors. Scary movies are back on Netflix. Pumpkin patches are in full swing. Apple cider is in the fridge waiting to be paired with a pumpkin spice donut. Starbucks...

Drake’s “For All the Dogs” leads him on the path to new records

Sam Nowotnik, Staff Writer Oct 23, 2023

It seems like whenever Drake drops music the entire rap community tunes in, and all media coverage is centered around him. It’s impossible to not hear about Drake dropping a song or album. Lately, I have noticed every time a new Drake album or song...

Mental health is health

Maddie Zimmerman, Staff Writer Oct 16, 2023

Even though World Mental Health Day was on Oct. 10, the conversation about mental health should always be at the front of everyone's mind. Mental health is real, and it is essential to prioritize no matter what time of year it is. Especially around...

Sticky Situation: NHL bans Pride gear

Sticky Situation: NHL bans Pride gear

Lanthorn Editorial Board Oct 16, 2023

When it comes to major corporations, hypocrisy is often bountiful. The National Hockey League (NHL) proves to be no exception, as the league that brands itself with the slogan “Hockey is for Everyone” banned both the use of Pride Tape and the players...