While I was scrolling through a “Most Anticipated Books of 2023” list over winter break, a bright orange cover popped out at me. “Confidence,” the title said, and to my happy surprise, when my...

The concept of loneliness in modern times is often felt close to home, even in times of instantaneous connection. It’s a knot in your chest when you step into a silent room with no posters to look up...

Hi guys! It’s me Rufus! There’s been a lot of talk around my house in the last few weeks about food. I know food is a major topic for everyone - I mean, we all have to eat, right? But these discussions...

During this season of award ceremonies, you might’ve heard some familiar names such as Brendan Fraser or Ke Huy Quan, but why are these names so familiar? For most college-aged students, there is a strong...

The Illinois State House of Representatives passed a bill on Wednesday, March 22 cutting the distribution of state funds to libraries who ban materials due to partisan pressure. The bill comes as, at...

Electric vehicles are taking over in the media. It’s rare these days to turn on the TV and not see a commercial for a new futuristic-looking EV. Every major brand in the automaking world is either...

The Illinois State House of Representatives passed a bill on Wednesday, March 22 cutting the distribution of state funds to libraries who ban materials due to partisan pressure. The bill comes as, at...

When you think of maple syrup tapping, what’s the first place that comes to mind? Most likely Canada or the northeastern states like Maine, New Hampshire or Vermont. Southern Illinois definitely isn’t...

A cool breeze swept through the morning air of Sunday, April 2, as residents of Salem’s “The Orchard” neighborhood walked through the streets, taking in the sights of their shattered homes and speaking...

Southern Illinois University welcomed back perhaps its most famous alum on Monday, as actor and comedian Bob Odenkirk visited Carbondale to officially receive two degrees from the university. Odenkirk...

After he was put on administrative leave back on October 18th, Southern Illinois University has officially parted ways with head coach, Craig Roberts. The news comes just shortly after the beginning of...

The car buying process can be daunting for even established adults; for college students who are young in their financial life, it can be even scarier.  Terms like “interest rate,” “credit,”...