Op-Ed

Op-Ed: Why it shouldn’t offend anyone that Beyoncé got hot sauce in her bag (swag)

Op-Ed: Why it shouldn’t offend anyone that Beyoncé got hot sauce in her bag (swag)

Arts and Entertainment, Check It Out, Nation, Op-Ed February 15, 2016 at 12:00 am Comments are Disabled

Beyoncé’s politically charged music video for new single “Formation” and subsequent SuperBowl performance have caused controversy in the media; however, is there any validity to the claims that Beyoncé shouldn’t being using the stage to make a statement?

Cinderella, a New Classic or Old News?

Cinderella, a New Classic or Old News?

Arts and Entertainment, Off Campus, Op-Ed March 30, 2015 at 12:00 am Comments are Disabled

By Marrissa Ballard | Staff Writer This March, Disney released the greatly anticipated, live-action adaptation of Cinderella. Teenagers, adults, and young kids alike flocked to theatres to see this updated version of a classic tale. The film is expertly shot and lit, and features beautiful costumes, effects, and makeup. The magic from the cartoon comes to life in this adaptationRead More

Islamophobia in the United States

Campus, International, Nation, Op-Ed March 2, 2015 at 12:00 am Comments are Disabled

Prejudice against the Islam religion is currently at its peak within the United States. Hate crimes and violence against Muslims have been committed across the country – even in our own Rhode Island.

Term Papers, Tears, and Tranquility: A Scene from Finals Week

Term Papers, Tears, and Tranquility: A Scene from Finals Week

Campus, Op-Ed December 8, 2014 at 12:23 pm Comments are Disabled

By Mark Benedetti | Staff Writer Surrounding me are blank stares, open mouths, and computer chargers. Camps are sprawling, as supplies such as light food, textbooks, and coats take up additional space. The only ways to break the bleakness of this atmosphere are jokes, broken smiles, and coffee by the bucketful. All of the occupants of the area came hereRead More

Opinion: What’s Next?

Opinion: What’s Next?

Op-Ed November 3, 2014 at 12:00 am Comments are Disabled

By Georgi DeMartino | Op-Ed Editor If you’re a senior, you’ve heard it way too many times. “So, graduation in May, then what?” It’s possibly the most overwhelming phrase anyone could ever say to a soon-to-be-graduate who hasn’t contemplated what’s going to happen on May 18, 2015, when they are no longer an undergrad. I know I certainly haven’t thoughtRead More