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Grand Valley Lanthorn

I’m a quitter, and that’s not a bad thing

Macenzie Conn, Staff Writer Sep 2, 2024

For as long as I can remember, there has been a stigma surrounding the act of quitting. I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “quitters never win, and winners never quit.” I think that this couldn’t be further from the truth, and it’s time to...

Review: Delicate Steve embraces instrumental melancholy

Collin St. John, Staff Writer Sep 2, 2024

“Delicate Steve Sings” is the latest album released by the instrumental band Delicate Steve. This anthology features the same unique style that earned the band the cult following they have today. The “singing” heard on the tracks is remarkable,...

Paris potential: Women's Olympic successes suggest new athletics era

Paris potential: Women’s Olympic successes suggest new athletics era

Lanthorn Editorial Board Aug 26, 2024

For the United States, performing well and winning big in the Olympics is almost an expectation. The prominence of American athleticism aside, this year’s summer games showcased a medal count to top all other out-of-country games for the USA. We know...

The appeal of leaving dating apps for real-life connections

Macenzie Conn, Staff Writer Aug 26, 2024

Four years ago, downloading dating apps seemed like a rite of passage in college. I remember bonding with my freshman year roommates by swiping on each others' phones, reading text message exchanges and sharing online dating horror stories. Dating apps...

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Brat or not brat: “We’re bumpin’ that”

Lanthorn Editorial Board Aug 19, 2024

Ranking No. 3 on the Billboard music charts, the album “brat” by Charli xcx is more than the soundtrack to our summer. After “brat” released on June 7, the chaotic, high energy album became a viral sensation, and has transformed into an aesthetic...

Rejection in college can lead to new opportunities

Macenzie Conn, Staff Writer Aug 19, 2024

Imagine this: you spend hours working on an application, whether for college, a job or even a social organization. You take the time to update your resume, write an essay or cover letter and even go out of your way to get letters of recommendation. You...

Diaries of a former Amazon driver

Collin St. John, Staff Writer Aug 19, 2024

At the end of last winter semester, I wrote my final essay about Jeff Bezos and his enormous riches. I concluded that he is immorally rich and abuses American capitalism. I am anti-billionaire because I don’t believe someone can be so wealthy without...

The top 5 albums that defined my summer

Hailey Hentz, Staff Writer Aug 5, 2024

During the fleeting four months away from college, crafting a trove of summer memories mingled with nostalgic music is never an easy task. The following records, the majority of which were released since May, have been cornerstones of my playlists, and...

Grand Rapids’ best live music venues

Collin St. John, Staff Writer Aug 5, 2024

As someone who's been an audience member, performer and house show operator, I feel Grand Rapids has a fantastic music scene. However, I believe there are still music lovers who find themselves bored on weekends because they are unaware where to find...

Opinion Year in Review 2023-2024

Hailey Hentz, Associate Editor Apr 15, 2024

Editorial Elections and expirations: how old is too old to hold office? As the presidential race comes closer and closer, we are getting increasingly concerned about the age and mental competency of the candidates proposed on the ballot. This year,...

GV is in need of scooter safety

Peter Wampler, GVSU Professor Apr 15, 2024

Editor’s note: Peter Wampler is a professor of geology and hydrology at Grand Valley State University. The opinions expressed in this piece are his own. I am all about people using electric scooters and other mobility devices in a safe manner on...

GV needs more dining hall options

Maddie Zimmerman, Staff Writer Apr 8, 2024

I remember when I first toured Grand Valley State University, I was amazed by the campus, and I knew that GVSU was my number one choice for college. Upon getting here, I found out a series of things I had been told on the tour were untrue. The first was...