If you have a social media account or even just read the opinion section of your local newspaper, you’re probably familiar with the so-called “generation wars” plaguing our feeds. The media makes it seem like baby boomers hate millennials, everyone...

There are numerous impactful and meaningful events held at Grand Valley State University on a weekly basis. Ask any student and they will probably be able to point to an event that has been an irrevocable part of their college experience — where they...

With midterm elections approaching and primaries only months away, pressure appears to be building for the Republican Party, with the Republican National Committee becoming increasingly concerned in its outlook. Since his 2024 electoral victory, President...

Last month, singer-songwriter and former One Direction member Harry Styles released his latest album after four very long years of fans desperately pleading. In 2022, his album “Harry’s House,” went out into the world, and “Harries” everywhere...

In late February, actor Timothée Chalamet made controversial remarks about ballet and opera, sparking criticism and discussion from prominent figures in the entertainment industry, alongside social media backlash. Chalamet’s statements imply these...

Mindless escapism bleeds into almost everyone’s daily existence in some way, shape or form. People are struggling with burnout more than ever, so it makes sense that many of us enjoy taking solace in a little brainless fun from time to time.  One...

As the war with Iran rages on, the Trump administration has returned to one of its favorite forms of propaganda: meme culture. Harkening back to the Studio Ghibli-style AI generation of a Dominican woman being arrested, recent actions include using clips...

When someone brings up today's style of country music, very specific images come to mind. You may hear country music and think of radio tunes, or you might imagine your average rural Walmart.  Modern country music, pioneered by the Luke Bryans, Keith...

As university students, most of us have been writing for the majority of our lives, whether it’s for an exam, academic papers or just sending an email. We write almost every day; it’s an essential part of our education. While I previously may have...

At the end of February, Mitsuki Laycock, known professionally as Mitski, released the album, “Nothing’s About to Happen to Me.” This is the eighth record by the indie/alternative rock-pop singer, and it features 11 songs. Mitski sings very quietly...

You wanna be on top? If you were around for the early 2000s and flipping channels, you likely happened to catch at least one episode of “America’s Next Top Model,” a reality competition show where 10-16 hopeful young women fought for the chance...

The most recent decade has brought in a new wave of media, ranging from short-form content that we see on platforms like TikTok and Instagram to long-form entertainment like streaming and podcasts. The development of the internet has made it possible...