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Pharma Fail: Disappointing delivery at UMSL internship event

Lily Warden, Staff Writer September 16, 2024

One of the most highly anticipated fall semester events is right around the corner for UMSL students. The UMSL Fall Internship and Job Fair held by Career Services is on September 20, 2024, and various...

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Whippet! Don’t whippet it good.

Cobie Moses, Staff Writer September 3, 2024

Let us start by being serious for a moment, UMSL Students. Most of us know what whippets are. For those who don't: Whippets are a form of drug from Nitrous Oxide cans. The name comes from canned whipped...

A student's perspective on the 2024 State of the University Address

A student’s perspective on the 2024 State of the University Address

Lily Warden, Staff Writer September 3, 2024

On August 23, 2024, the University of Missouri-St. Louis held the 2024 State of the University Address and Chancellor’s Awards. In the address, Chancellor Kristin Sobolik summarizes the accomplishments...

This docuseries uncovers a fraction of the harm done to Nickelodeon’s best asset: its child stars. From Amanda Bynes from “All That” and “The Amanda Show” to Drake Bell from “Drake & Josh,” the series provides stars with a chance to unravel the horrors that took place during their most innocent years.

Childhood Fame or Trauma? A Look Inside “Quiet on Set”

Erica Patton, News Editor April 23, 2024

The new docu-series “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kid’s TV” premiered with a vengeance to its viewers. The motive of the show hints heavily at the allegations toward Nickelodeon Producer Dan Schneider...

“Brandy Hellville & the Cult of Fast Fashion” poses as a documentary-style film with the motive to expose the fast fashion industry, labor exploitation and the questionable ethics of the popular brand Brandy Melville.

Brandy Hellville: A Cult Classic

Erica Patton, News Editor April 23, 2024

The clothing line Brandy Melville has remained a staple in many teens’ closets since 2014. From baby tees to bralettes, Brandy Melville has many basic pieces that have defined style for young girls and...

Let's be honest. We all do it or have done it.

Let’s Talk Sh*t

Erica Patton, News Editor March 26, 2024

Let’s be honest. We all do it or have done it before. Gossip acts as a common mode of communication for many different social areas. Work, school or even in your own family, the recipe for making gossip...

The plot of the film seemed very lost in translation and lacked profoundness considering that many Marvel-related movies have nailed the art of creating a decent story.

Yes, “Madame Web” Was That Bad

Erica Patton, News Editor February 27, 2024

The Marvel multiverse is back with its newest release “Madame Web,” which came out on Feb. 14. Moviegoers are left feeling extremely underwhelmed, unimpressed and uninspired as this mess of a movie...

Black History Month highlights the accomplishments, activists and future of African-American individuals.

Celebrating Black History Month

Erica Patton, News Editor February 27, 2024

As we all know and recognize February stands as an important month for many people in America. As Black history remains an incredibly important topic of conversation, Black History Month highlights the...

It is not uncommon to see children playing on cell phones. Photo by TechBuzz by AT&T

Preteens Aren’t Preteening Anymore: The Elimination of Youth

Erica Patton, News Editor February 13, 2024

By: Erica Patton As an older member of Gen Z (people born between 1997 and 2012), I believe I can relate to many when recalling the activities I used to do as a young child. Around ages 9-14, I vividly...

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