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Spinning nostalgia: The comeback of physical media

Gabrielle Ray, Staff Writer Jan 12, 2026

Society loves recycling old trends and borrowing from the past, and in part, we can probably thank the internet for that. Some argue this happens because modern-day arts lack originality. While that may partly be true, I tend to think that if it’s...

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In Sudan’s civil war, neither side fights for civilians

Jace Perroud, Staff Writer Jan 12, 2026

The world that we, as college-aged students in the 2020s, have been brought up in is defined by deadly apathy. Almost out of necessity, we have learned from an early age how to tune out the horrors unfolding around the world that don’t directly affect...

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Opinion fall 2025 semester in review

Ava Ermiger, Opinion Editor Dec 1, 2025

Editorials  BRAKING: Parking on campus still sucks As we enter a new academic year, students at Grand Valley State University are once again experiencing the age-old grievance that is on-campus parking. To park on campus without being issued a $35 ticket,...

D&D comes alive in “The Mighty Nein”

Kaylee Schwander, Staff Writer Nov 24, 2025

Last week, the popular web series Critical Role, which features voice actors playing Dungeons & Dragons campaigns, partnered with Amazon Prime Video to release the first episodes of a new animated series, "The Mighty Nein." As fans may know, the...

In defense of decking the halls early

Gabrielle Ray, Staff writer Nov 24, 2025

There’s nothing that puts me in a better mood than decorating for the holidays. Compared to other seasons, adorning my living space for the winter holidays particularly puts a smile on my face. Every year, right after Halloween, I find myself tearing...

Senate Democrats cave in spineless showdown

Jace Perroud, Staff Writer Nov 17, 2025

A record-breaking, 40-day government shutdown ended a few nights ago after eight Senate Democrats broke ranks to vote with Republicans, advancing legislation back to the House, where Republicans hold an outright majority. On paper, to someone who does...

Stand wedding traditions up at the altar 

Stand wedding traditions up at the altar 

Lanthorn Editorial Board Nov 17, 2025

As peak wedding season comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the outdated traditions that accompany matrimonial celebrations. From antiquated traditions to the enforcement of gendered expectations, it's time for the wedding industry to modernize and...