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September 7, 2025

Question: Having motivation to get my school work done. Dear Struggling Scholar, This isn’t really a question, but I think I smell what you’re stepping in. Motivation can be difficult to find, especially...

Alani Nu Energy Drinks, which are actually pretty good considering their use of sugar-free sweetener, my sworn enemy.
//Image from Alani Nu

THE NU KID ON THE BLOCK

Becca Dunn, Opinions Editor September 7, 2025

While I am more likely to get my caffeine intake through coffee and tea, I do occasionally indulge in an energy drink. In the past, I had the tendency to grab a Monster or Red Bull, but recently, I have...

BAY HARBOR BITCH BOY

BAY HARBOR BITCH BOY

Becca Dunn, Opinions Editor September 7, 2025

There are some people in this world that don’t deserve the titles that we give them. Whenever a new serial criminal crawls their way out of the depths of hell, the media is quick to give them a cool,...

This is the intersex pride flag. Intersex people are systematically underrepresented and overlooked in policy, culture and even in their personal autonomy as children. //Image from morgancarpenter.com

THE INTERSEX REALITY

Adrian Hodulik, Staff Writer September 7, 2025

To be born intersex is to have thousands of people eye your body, aching to touch and change it. Your voice has no sound, with only submission expected as other people decide who you are. You do not get...

Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners”, staring Michael B. Jordan was relesased April 18, 2025. It has a rating of 97% on Rotten Tomatoes. //Image from IMDb

CASH GRAB DISGUISED AS CREATIVITY

Elias Smith, Staff Writer September 7, 2025

Vincent Van Gogh was a painter for 10 years before dying of a supposed suicide. While he did his best to sell his painting for money, everyone thought his paintings were nonsense or downright horrible....

HOROSCOPES 8/27-9/4

Becca Dunn, Opinions Editor August 24, 2025

Aries, you may find yourself feeling tempted to put your responsibilities aside to let loose and have some fun, concentrating on your commitments may not be your strong suit at the moment. Taurus, your...

Lake Michigan at sunset

LAKES ARE SUPERIOR, THEY’RE BUILT DIFFERENT

Julia Wildman, Editor-in-Chief August 24, 2025

As a certifiable beach professional, my standards for fun in the sun are high. With that, I’ve been to several beaches on both coasts of the US, Aruba and a few in Mexico. However, none of them can compare...

A JUNIOR’S PERSPECTIVE ON COMING BACK TO CAMPUS

A JUNIOR’S PERSPECTIVE ON COMING BACK TO CAMPUS

Dana Dial, Managing Editor August 24, 2025

I have always looked forward to going back to school after summer break every year. I always appreciated the return to routine and the feeling of doing something purposeful after spending the entire summer...

SINCERELY, C.R. ITERION

SINCERELY, C.R. ITERION

C.R. Iterion August 24, 2025

Question: I have a severe Dr. Pepper addiction, five years and going. Unfortunately, campus only sells Dr. Pepper at certain stores, and only in paper cups where the ice melts quick and it gets all gross....

FIFTY SHADES OF UNBRIDLED HATRED

FIFTY SHADES OF UNBRIDLED HATRED

Becca Dunn, Opinions Editor August 24, 2025

I am no stranger to subjecting myself to bad movies, as it is my family’s favorite pastime. Sit down, watch a crappy movie, and drink until we forget how bad it is. However, sometimes you can never escape...

A DANG GOOD CUP OF JOE

A DANG GOOD CUP OF JOE

Becca Dunn, Opinions Editor August 24, 2025

With the school year starting, I will soon find myself cooped up in a coffee shop, surrounded by papers, with a cup of coffee nestled in my hands. Thankfully, Grand Junction is home to some incredible...

Crazy hat man wielding a giant pencil as he descends into the abstract. He probably has a 4.0 GPA because of his handwritten notes.

HANDWRITTEN SUCCESS

Julia Wildman, Editor-in-Chief August 24, 2025

Writing out class notes by hand instead of typing them makes me a better student. I’m more engaged, I retain more information and I’m less distracted by the possibilities of the internet.. There are...

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