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Women in the White House influence healthcare progress and amplify women’s health awareness. (Graphic by Aracely Chavez)

Opinion: Women in power could change the future of healthcare

Aracely Chavez, Staff Writer March 20, 2025

The 2024 presidential election divided the United States, however, there were common concerns between parties. According to the Pew Research Center, registered voters valued the importance of health care...

Season three of “Invincible” is the latest example of impatient fans impacting the quality of art. This was also seen during the show’s second season.

Opinion: Impatient audiences hurt the creation of art

Ian Young, Editor-in-Chief March 19, 2025

Over the break, I finished season three of “Invincible,” one of my favorite shows on television right now. It was amazing and my friends and I are eagerly awaiting the next season of the show. I...

Lead singer, Vessel 1, holds two swords in reference to Sleep Token’s upcoming album “Even In Arcadia”. The album is scheduled to be released May 9.

A new offering has arrived: Sleep Token’s new single and everything leading up to it.

Chloé Newman, Staff Writer March 19, 2025

On March 13, Sleep Token emerged with a new offering—this term is often used when the band releases new tracks—for their upcoming album: “Even in Arcadia.” Sleep Token is an anonymous British...

The Maple Sugarbush Festival is a sweet time

The Maple Sugarbush Festival is a sweet time

Nico Armeanu, Arts Editor March 5, 2025

Over the weekend, I went with a friend to the Maple Sugarbush Festival. This two-day event, which serves as a fundraiser for Wesselman Woods, originally began in 1978. I’ll start this review with...

No matter how you write to your representatives, voicing your concerns is important in this day and age. (Visual by sebra from stock.adobe.com)

Opinion: Why writing to your representatives matters now more than ever

Cade Smithson, Staff Writer March 5, 2025

In an era of memes, viral tweets, TikTok, writing to your representatives might seem a bit outdated. Why send an email or a letter to your representative when you can hit the ‘repost’ button—you’re...

Time has passed, but have opinions changed?

Time has passed, but have opinions changed?

Nico Armeanu, Arts Editor February 26, 2025

“And it wasn't [a] super lustful kiss scene or anything like that,” said Chad Tew, associate professor of online journalism, “It was [an] innocent kiss, is how I would describe it, just they were...

Guest editorial: We need to save student media — and we need to do it now

Guest editorial: We need to save student media — and we need to do it now

Lila Sepici, The Los Angeles Loyolan February 26, 2025

Student-run newspapers and media across the U.S. are losing necessary funding and being stripped of the resources they need to practice ethical and fair journalism. What the administrators and school...

Attendees eat and talk at the International Food Expo, Friday in Carter Hall.

Celebrate culture through cuisine: A review of USI’s International Food Expo

Katie Hurst, Lifestyle Editor February 19, 2025

USI’s International Food Expo was hosted by iClub Feb. 14 in Carter Hall. International students showcased their heritage through traditional dishes, desserts, dance performances and musical presentations,...

Senate bills 235 and 289 could have significant changes done in every campus around Indiana involving diversity, equity and inclusion.

Opinion: The future of DEI at USI and universities in Indiana remain unclear with senate bills 235 & 289

Alex Mendoza, News Editor February 13, 2025

Here at USI, there are a multitude of clubs and organizations that are cultural including student unions (Hispanic, Black, Asian), allyship like Sexuality and Gender Alliance (SAGA), faith-based like fellowships,...

The promotional material for Sal Vulcano’s comedy tour, “Everything is Fine” features when and where he will be touring. (Graphic courtesy of Sal Vulcano)

Sal Vulcano: Everything’s Mostly Funny

Nico Armeanu, Arts Editor February 6, 2025

Sal Vulcano, a comedian best known for starring in reality tv series, “Impractical Jokers” performed at the Old National Events Plaza Jan. 17. There, comedians Chris Johnston and Jay Larson opened...

“Better Call Saul” is an American crime-drama television series that ran for six seasons from 2015-2022. The series stands tall as a fantastic companion piece to “Breaking Bad.”

‘Better Call Saul’ is the gold standard for prequels

Ian Young, Editor-in-Chief February 5, 2025

Over a year ago I wrote a retrospective on “Breaking Bad” and its impact on modern television. It is one of my favorite shows and holds up incredibly well all these years later, so much so that its...

‘Infinite Gauge’ explores our impact on local waterways

‘Infinite Gauge’ explores our impact on local waterways

Nico Armeanu, Arts Editor January 28, 2025

“Infinite Gauge” was created by Makenzie Goodman and Adam Stacey. This show, which centers around the Wabash and White Rivers will remain on display in the New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art until...

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