Kaitlyn Hart Life Editor For the past 244 years that America has been a functioning country, the United States has been founded on the ideals of a fair electoral system. We count on fair and speedy trials, we count on a righteous justice system and we depend on our electors […]
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All about life on campus at Idaho State University. This includes club events, activities sponsored by Union Programs Council and the Student Activities Board.
Lesley Brey Reporter One of the many things to love about living in Pocatello is the gorgeous architecture of Old Town. Many of the buildings were constructed around the turn of the 20th century and still retain their classic looks. However, the decades haven’t always been kind to these historic […]
Chloe Reid Reporter With holiday break just around the corner, traveling for many students and faculty is on the upcoming agenda. However, with COVID-19 cases spiking across eastern Idaho, limiting travel is becoming a more important thought to consider. Although the holiday season is going to look a little different […]
Andrea Diaz Reporter The Idaho State University theatre department recently performed “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, a play by William Shakespeare. The play follows four Athenians, two men and two women, that fall in love with each other and are subjected to trickery by the fairies in the forest. This play […]
Kaitlyn Hart Life Editor I’m about to lay some truth on you, turkey isn’t that good. I’m more of a sweet potato casserole, stuffing and cranberries kind of girl myself if I’m being completely honest. Now sure, the seasoning on a turkey can really change the game, but then it’s […]
Lesley Brey Reporter In the wake of a historic election, the face of American politics is quickly changing. One of the largest shifts has been within the Supreme Court, with the death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg with her subsequent replacement to be Justice Amy Coney-Barrett. There is no telling […]
Chloe Reid Reporter With the days getting shorter, nights getting longer and weather dropping below freezing, seasonal depression, or seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is a common emotional downfall during the fall and winter seasons. SAD is creeping up on many students and faculty during this dark and cold time of […]
Kaitlyn Hart Life Editor As this article is being written I am currently laying in bed with an ice pack strapped to my face, debating whether or not to have my fifth bowl of ice cream today. If you’ve had your wisdom teeth out, you know exactly how I’m feeling […]
Kaitlyn Hart Life Editor We haven’t had a lot of good things this year. Simply put, but it’s true. Movies were canceled or postponed for years, video game releases were put off for what feels like eons and even Disneyland has been closed for almost an entire year. (Sure, Disneyworld […]
Lesley Brey Reporter Between the elections, the pandemic, Thanksgiving and the threat of having to see our extended families again, we could all use a drink. Here is the best cocktail cure for whatever is giving you grief this month; it’s written in the stars! Scorpio, October 23- November 22: […]
Chloe Reid Reporter With the seasons transitioning into winter once again, and quarantine lasting well into the colder months, this time of year can take a toll on the mental health of many. However, despite such circumstances, there’s still plenty of things to anticipate for the rest of the year. […]
Lesley Brey Staff Writer A time long ago, during an era now shrouded in the mystery of ages, before the dawn of the pandemic, people could gather free from the anxiety of illness to instead revel in far more enjoyable terrors. Oh, yes, spooky season is once again upon us! […]
Andrea Diaz Staff Writer Halloween is a special kind of holiday where we carve pumpkins, go trick-or-treating and dress up in costumes, but where did it all come from? Halloween originated from a Celtic festival known as Samhain, which took place on November 1st. The day marked the end of […]
Joanna Orban Copy Editor One of the hardest things in college (besides learning how to cook) is learning how to manage money successfully. Between student loans and living paycheck to paycheck, it can be difficult to know how to manage money. If you’re like me, your high school probably didn’t […]
Kaitlyn Hart Life Editor I was always taught to respect my elders, as I’m sure most of you were too. I went to a strict Catholic school growing up, so it’s been ingrained in my subconscious forever that adults are in charge of anyone younger than them and that’s just […]