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Babel by R.F. Kuang is in part a critique of the dark academia aesthetic, exploring how affluent nations and institutions thrive on the oppression of others.

“Babel” is a tantalizing tale of academia, secret societies and deadly privilege

Sydney Lawson, Lifestyle Editor November 9, 2022

“Babel” by R.F. Kuang was one of my most anticipated reads of this year. It promised everything I love in a book: magic systems, a poignant narrative, diverse characters, a rich academic setting and...

Weird: The Al Yankovic Story delivers a fictionalized story about Weird Al that makes fun of music biopics.

The “Weird Al” Movie is the Perfect Response to Music Biopics

Ian Lloyd, Staff Writer November 9, 2022

“Weird Al” Yankovic has been around for nearly 40 years, making music for weirdos and geeks. His music was a beacon of silly fun unlike anything else in the music industry. The mixture of polka influence...

Recycling bins are available near the dumpsters for USIs on-campus apartments.

How does USI’s recycling work? “Only as good as the people who use it”

Tegan Ruhl, Assistant Lifestyle Editor November 2, 2022

At the on-campus apartments, Maddy Nolan watches as waste management combines the recycling bins into the trash. Disheartened, she begins to question whether recycling actually works on campus.  This...

Elden Ring is an open world, role-playing game focused on exploration and challenging enemies. (Photo courtsey of Bandai Bamco Entertainment)

“Elden Ring” rekindled my faith in the video game industry

Ian Young, Staff Writer October 31, 2022

If there is one game that will define the year 2022, it is “Elden Ring.” “Elden Ring” has quickly become one of the highest rated and highest sold games of the year with millions of copies sold...

 Were All Going to the Worlds Fair hides its horror in the underlying dread of being a kid on the internet.

“We’re All Going to the World’s Fair” is an unsettling depiction of growing up on the internet

Ian Lloyd, Staff Writer October 31, 2022

Many of us grew up with access to the internet. It’s been present our whole lives and, in many ways, has been beneficial. We can make new friends, find communities that align with our interests and have...

As time goes on, streaming becomes more popular and other forms of film-watching grow outdated. With so many options on the market, how do you know which services are the best pick for you?

The Streaming Guide: Which service is best for you?

Ian Lloyd, Staff Writer October 26, 2022

It has never been easier to find content to watch without leaving the house. The evolution of streaming services over the last decade has produced a mountain of content that will keep you satisfied for...

The Importance of Being Earnest: A Trivial Comedy for Serious People is USI Theatres first play of the 2022-2023 academic year performed Oct. 20-23.

Everyone shines in USI Theatre’s “The Importance of Being Earnest”

Sydney Lawson, Lifestyle Editor October 25, 2022

USI Theatre put on their first performance of the 2022-2023 academic year with Oscar Wilde’s “The Importance of Being Earnest: A Trivial Comedy for Serious People” Oct. 20-23. With all of the current...

Taylor Swifts album Midnights was released Oct. 21. Midnights was Swifts tenth studio album. (Photo courtesy of Taylor Swift)

Taylor Swift’s ‘Midnights’ is a surprisingly vulnerable must-hear

Alyssa DeWig, News Editor October 25, 2022

Taylor Swift’s newest release and her tenth studio album, “Midnights,” is a stark contrast to her previous albums. Its intensity and vulnerability, paired with the altered vocals and electro-pop...

Denise McKenzie reads volume 10 of Fishhook, the most recent volume, on the balcony of the Liberal Arts Center. This is McKenzies first year as an editor for FishHook.

What is FishHook? Meet USI’s collaborative student publication

Sydney Lawson, Lifestyle Editor October 19, 2022

Inspired by the writings of Jason Reynolds, I wrote a poem for an elementary education class last semester.  I couldn’t decide whether to be embarrassed or proud of it — I think I settled on a...

Students walk across the street by the Robert D. Orr Center on their last day of classes before Fall Break.

Gallery: Campus falling into Fall 2022

Quinton Watt, Sports Editor October 12, 2022

Fall is finally here, which means busting out comfy sweaters and pumpkin spice infiltrating your favorite drinks. Here are eight ways to get into the spirit of the season.

Finally fall: Eight ways to get into the fall spirit

Sydney Lawson, Lifestyle Editor October 4, 2022

Fall is undoubtedly my favorite season. It brings around feelings of comfort and coziness, warmth and togetherness. I can’t help but smile the first time I step outside and find an autumn breeze has...

“Napoleon Dynamite: A conversation with Jon Heder, Efren Ramirez & Jon Gries” came to Victory Theatre in Evansville Friday. It was an experience I will never forget.

“Napoleon Dynamite: A conversation with Jon Heder, Efren Ramirez & Jon Gries” was surprisingly inspirational, irresistibly fun

Tegan Ruhl, Assistant Lifestyle Editor October 3, 2022

If you’ve been alive in the past 18 years, more than likely, you’ve heard of the classic film “Napoleon Dynamite.” It’s a film that stamped many of our childhoods with awkward teenagers, tater...

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