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The Shield

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The Shield

University of Southern Indiana's student publication | USI | student newspaper

The Shield

 "We're All Going to the World's 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...

"The cover of Tyson Motsenbocker's studio album "Milk Teeth" shows a child and floating ghost looking at each other. The album was released Sept. 23.

Tyson Motsenbocker’s “Milk Teeth” is a moving memento about childhood dreams, embracing adulthood 

Tegan Ruhl, Assistant Lifestyle Editor October 12, 2022

“Where do your dreams go when you become an adult?” This is the question Tyson Motsenbocker explores in his third studio album “Milk Teeth” released Sept. 23. Motsenbocker created “Milk Teeth”...

The iconic 2004 film “Napoleon Dynamite” follows an awkward teen attempting to feel seen by his peers. Despite its age, the film is still worthy of watching

Tegan’s Throwback Thursdays: Why you should still care about “Napoleon Dynamite”

Tegan Ruhl, Staff Writer February 24, 2022

“Idiot! ‘Napoleon Dynamite’ was released over 14 years ago.” Yes, I know, and I don’t care. I know "Napoleon Dynamite" was released over 14 years ago, and some may say it is too late for a review...

‘Untitled Goose Game’ a breath of fresh air

Samuel DeVoy, Chief Copy Editor October 29, 2019

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a nuisance to society; to root through someone else’s backyard and ruin their day? I have, and when presented with the option I jumped on it. “Untitled...

Muy bien

Muy bien

Sarah Rogers, Features Editor August 15, 2017

“Spinning on Blue” by Bien exceeded my expectations. Mostly because I had none. The Nashville pop-indie trio made their self-titled debut EP back in September of last year, according to Indietronica. Only...

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