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Descendants of Saint Louis University Enslaved (DSLUE) hosted a scarcely attended teach-in on Feb. 8. Only about 15 students were in attendence.

You should care about SLU’s reparations

Owen Herdrick, Senior Writer February 16, 2024

I attended the Descendants of Saint Louis University Enslaved (DSLUE) teach-in on Feb. 8, and to my surprise, I was one of 15 SLU students in attendance. Being at 11 a.m. a school day didn’t help, but...

Graphic by Lily Callon

Celebrating Valentine’s Day When Your Partner Is Far Away

Daniel Lutty, Contributor February 13, 2024

As Valentine's Day gets closer, feelings of excitement, romance and love fill the air. For many couples, this day is a chance to celebrate their relationship, show love and make special memories. But for...

(Graphic by Rachel Zilligen)

Consumerism: Is the New Stanley Trend Proof Society is Rapidly Over-Consuming Products?

Sophie Gloriod, Opinion Editor February 5, 2024

If you are on Tiktok, the odds of seeing the viral Stanley water bottle or tumbler are very likely. These cups are the newest water bottle trend, pumping the Hydro Flask, Yeti, Swell and even Owala closer...

Planes, Trains and the Need to Revamp Transportation

Johnny Prusak, Opinion Editor November 30, 2023

     It is almost universally agreed upon that flying is a terrible experience. Long layovers, overpriced gadgets and the use of security theatre all lead to travelers’ frustration and overall discontentment...

AI Art is No Evil Boogeyman, but a Tool

AI Art is No Evil Boogeyman, but a Tool

Charlie Preiss, Staff Writer November 29, 2023

Last year, images generated by artificial intelligence (AI) started to gain widespread attention. Through various programs such as MidJourney, Dalle-E, and now the newest image creator, BingAI, you too...

The Last of Classics:

The Last of Classics:

Calla Truschel Jacobs, Senior Writer November 29, 2023

  “What’s your major” is a question I have come to dread. I usually respond with “I’m majoring in History and English, and minoring in Philosophy and Latin, but only because I want to...

Body Images:

Body Images:

Sophie Gloriod, Opinion Editor November 29, 2023

Modern day society has opened the door for people around the world to be connected through various forms of communication, like social media platforms. Instagram, for example, allows people to see pictures...

Where’s the trick in “Trunk-or-Treating?”

Ayden Wells November 17, 2023

Some of my fondest memories are from Halloweens many years ago, running from door to door, trick or treating with my brothers and my friends. It felt like a right of passage to earn the privilege to go...

Fashion Rewind: The Resurgence of 70s and 80s Clothing Trends

Fashion Rewind: The Resurgence of ’70s and ’80s Clothing Trends

Mariya Yasinovska, Copy Editor November 9, 2023

The world of fashion is often a cyclical one, with trends from the past resurfacing to captivate new generations. Lately, there has been a pronounced return of clothing trends from the 1970s and 1980s,...

An Author You Should Know: Ottessa Moshfegh

Calla Truschel Jacobs, Staff Writer November 1, 2023

If you enjoy reading, you are likely familiar with all the most famous, renowned authors of the past. You know your medieval writers,  Dante Alighieri,  William Shakespeare. You are probably also familiar...

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Billiken Stars Alongside Animatronics In Five Nights at Freddy’s

SLU Fake News, Staff Writer November 1, 2023

“Five Nights at Freddy’s” had its theatrical release this past week on October 27th to critical acclaim. The story, based on the popular video game, follows Mike Schmidt, played by Josh Hutcherson,...

Top 5 places we should move the SLU Dolphins

Kaleb, Yu November 1, 2023

The dolphin pond installation along Grand Avenue has an overall concrete aesthetic that is both pleasing and brings a welcoming splash to the school. However, its location was not the best choice. The...

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