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Evil Dead Rise is the fifth film in the iconic horror franchise. (Courtesy of Warner Brothers)

“Evil Dead Rise” is a bloody good time

Ian Lloyd, Staff Writer April 27, 2023

“The Evil Dead,” released in 1981, was an extremely low-budget horror film made by a bunch of college friends in the woods during a few grueling weeks of filming. It was one of the first films that...

Editor-in-Chief Shelby Clark has served as Editor-in-Chief since May 2021. (Photo courtesy of USI Photography and Multimedia)

Letter from Editor: Embrace the Change

Shelby Clark, Editor-in-Chief April 26, 2023

Change. This word has been the driving force of my life for the last two years.  When I became editor-in-chief of The Shield in May of 2021, I had a staff of four people and was the youngest editor-in-chief...

Speed Racer is a visually stunning blockbuster released 15 years ago. (Courtesy of Warner Bros.)

“Speed Racer” was ahead of its time, and now it can shine

Ian Lloyd, Staff Writer April 26, 2023

When “Iron Man” was released 15 years ago, it began a huge change in the cinema landscape, snowballing the industry into where it is at today. A week after “Iron Man” was released, “Speed Racer”...

Resident Evil 4 (2023) is the remake of Resident Evil 4 (2005). It evolves the original into one of the most fun games I have ever played.

“Resident Evil 4 (2023)” reminds me why I started playing video games

Ian Young, Staff Writer April 25, 2023

“Resident Evil” has the weirdest and most complex history of any video game franchise. With 30 games released since 1996, “Resident Evil” has come a long way. During that span, the franchise released...

Savannah Staples, senior English teaching major, is the recipient of the Presidents Medal for the Class of 2023. (Photo courtesy of Savannah Staples)

President’s Medal recipient Savannah Staples recounts her time at USI

Tegan Ruhl, Assisstant Lifestyle Editor April 23, 2023

Savannah Staples, senior English teaching major, is the recipient of the President’s Medal for the class of 2023. According to USI’s website, the President’s Medal is the highest honor awarded each...

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once & Always celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Power Rangers franchise. (Photo courtesy of Hasbro and Netflix)

An in-depth look at the Power Rangers “Once & Always” 30th anniversary special

Bryce West, Assistant News Editor April 21, 2023

The Power Rangers are back for more. Released yesterday, “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once & Always” sees the Power Rangers' triumphant return for a 30th-anniversary special on Netflix. However,...

The dance team poses together after performing their nationals routine for the last time Saturday morning in Orlando, Florida. (Photo courtesy of Abigail Durham)

My experience traveling to compete in a college dance competition

Abigail Durham, Staff Writer April 20, 2023

The USI Dance Team and I had the opportunity to travel to Orlando, Florida from April 6-9 to compete at the College Classic Dance Team Union Nationals Competition.  Under their division and a style of...

The honey toast at 2nd Language features a warm loaf of crispy-crunchy toast, warm miso syrup, fresh seasonal fruit and vanilla gelato April 1. (Photo by David Graber)

2nd Language: Best for an indulgent snack

David Graber, Staff Writer April 19, 2023

My adventurous taste buds brought me on a journey through Evansville to 2nd Language at 401 NW 2nd St. for a second time. In all honesty, it has been about seven months since my last visit, as I was...

The Last of Us Part II is the sequel to The Last of Us. It follows Ellie and her obsession to seek revenge against those who wronged her. (Photo courtesy of PlayStation Studios)

“The Last of Us Part II” sets the bar for video game storytelling

Ian Young, Staff Writer April 19, 2023

*This review contains massive story spoilers for “The Last of Us Part II”* I consider “The Last of Us” one of the greatest games ever made. With its emotional and enthralling characters, it proved...

 The 2023 Senior Seminar Exhibition hosts hundreds of pieces of art from this year’s graduating class. The exhibit is open to the public from March 27 to April 28. (Photo by Sydney Lawson)

The unique artists of the 2023 Senior Seminar Exhibition

Sydney Lawson, Lifestyle Editor April 13, 2023

If you were to walk into the Pace Gallery any time between March 27 and April 28, you would be faced with crumbling woodwork, abnormal furniture, uncanny imagery, your favorite film characters, mossy creatures...

The Super Mario Bros. Movie is the newest animated film from Illumination Entertainment, and the first film heavily produced by Nintendo. (Courtesy of Universal Pictures)

“The Super Mario Bros. Movie” is the most potent form of nostalgia bait

Ian Lloyd, Staff Writer April 12, 2023

The most famous video game mascot finally got his second chance at a theatrically released feature film. From the studio that brought us “Despicable Me,” “The Lorax” and “The Secret Life of Pets”...

“CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale” is the deluxe edition of Tyler, The Creators sixth studio album and includes seven new songs that didnt make the albums initial release. (Photo courtesy of Tyler, The Creator)

“CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale” is a rhythmic, deluxe revamp to the original album

Tegan Ruhl, Assistant Lifestyle Editor April 12, 2023

When Tyler, The Creator released his sixth studio album, “CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST,” the music industry was shaken up again by his creative instrumentals and witty yet vulnerable lyrics. Now, he’s...

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