Olivia Telecky- On the Netflix reality show Hype House, TikTok stars complained about their experience with cancel culture. Nikita Dragun, after being accused of blackfishing (which is where one purposefully darkens their skin and/or changes features to appear as a minority), shared that she was canceled. People unfollowed her, brands didn’t want to collaborate with her, and she lost her career opportunities. Dragun shared this … Continue reading No One is Getting “Cancelled”

Soph White- Hello hello! I know it has been a while since all you fans have read an article from me, but that is because I have been focusing on my social and mental well-being. Luckily, I have had enough time open up within the next few weeks for me to write for the Weekly again. That is why I think it would be beneficial … Continue reading All You Need to Know About ASMR

Raquel Vaughn- I used to be able to read three books in a week – sometimes as many as five if I was feeling especially ambitious. But those were the days when life wasn’t particularly stressful, and I could read in any condition. As an over-achieving fifth grader, I read 500- to 800-page novels on the way to class almost every day. Picture a middle … Continue reading How to Read

Raquel Vaughn- Do you ever take those ridiculous (but very important) Buzzfeed quizzes where one of the questions is always “What is your favorite season?” I’ve completed a fair share of those quizzes because I’m always in the mood to know what dog I would be, which faction from Divergent I belong to (Abnegation), or which one of Sarah J. Maas’s characters would be my … Continue reading Fall is Finally Here

Olivia Telecky- Voter turnout in the US has been increasing in recent years with the past three elections having the highest voter turnout rates in recent history. The Pew Research Center found that the 2018 election had the highest turnout of any midterm election since 1914, with a rate of 49%. The following presidential election had another record-breaking turnout rate of 66%, and the 2022 … Continue reading Should Students Vote?

Raquel Vaughn- Homecoming is the best part of every year. The school spirit shown through campus events, the outfits that people deliberately wear to show off school colors, the royal court, the sporting events—it’s all a perfect recipe for having the time of your life. Last week, the Campus Activities Board did a great job of creating a sense of community and fostering school spirit … Continue reading Homecoming Memories

Olivia Telecky- Throughout the past decade, streaming services have become the most popular way to view movies and TV shows. More and more people are ‘cutting the cord’ and ending their cable subscriptions. Currently, 99% of households in the US pay for at least one streaming service. On average, people pay for 2.9 streaming services. Among college-age students, ages 18-34, the most popular streaming services … Continue reading Best and Worst Halloween Movies

Olivia Telecky- College students have a lot on their plates; from classes and work to student organizations, the thought of taking on added responsibilities can be daunting. However, studies have shown that having a potted friend can be beneficial for your health. With stress levels and sickness overtaking the collegiate community, plants can be a simple way to increase both your mental and physical health. … Continue reading The Perks of Plants

Grace LaTourelle- As fall creeps its chilled gray skies back into our lives, we have reached the point in the semester where life is no longer CAB events, matchas from the Courtyard Cafe, and giggling with your roommate. It is now work. Hard work. Days are long and dreary, assignments are piling up, and sleepless nights are inevitable (sorry Nobel Conference presenters). Many know of … Continue reading Campus Crushes

Raquel Vaughn- Some of you who are reading this are really lucky because you are First-years and still have time to figure out what you want to do with your life. As for me, I’m a Senior. I’m constantly being hassled by my parents about what I’m going to do once I have that degree. And the only thought I have when they ask is … Continue reading What do Gustie grads do?