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SLUnatics: The Pulsating Heartbeat of Saint Louis University

Brendan Brunette, Senior Writer November 1, 2023

Arriving at Saint Louis University in August 2022, I was both excited and nervous to find my place. While I knew that I wanted to excel academically, make lasting friends and find my niche on campus, I...

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NFL’s First Transgender Cheerleader Battles Against North Carolina’s Restrictive Trans Legislation

Nora Kotnik, Sports Editor October 5, 2023

Justine Lindsay is a talented dancer and cheerleader who represents the North Carolina Panthers cheer squad, the TopCats. In 2022, Lindsay made sports history as the first openly transgender cheerleader...

Homecoming Carnival Canceled After Ferris Wheel Rolls Away

Homecoming Carnival Canceled After Ferris Wheel Rolls Away

slufakenews, Satirical Staff Writer September 27, 2023

This weekend SLU hosted its annual family weekend and homecoming. Hundreds of excited participants flocked to the festivities including community dinners, open houses, and sporting events. However, the...

The Influence of Polarization

Calla Truschel Jacobs, Staff Writer September 27, 2023

Over the past year, the hashtag "#cleangirl" has gained traction within media platforms like TikTok, Pinterest and Instagram. The term is associated with individuals, primarily women, who have clear skin,...

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This Drink will Turn You into an Academic Weapon

Kaleb Yu, Contributor September 27, 2023

Recently, Panera released a brand new addition to their lineup of Charged Lemonades: The Blood Orange Splash. Upon first impressions, the orange liquid in the cup appeared like it was glowing. The taste...

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Which Side Are You On?

John Prusak, Opinion Editor September 27, 2023

   Unions gave you the weekend. Unions gave you 8 hour work days. Unions gave you child labor laws. The reason behind every instance of labor rights can be traced back to unions or union agitation. Now,...

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“Barbie”: Is It Anti-Masculinity or Pro-Humanity?

Gabrielle Chiodo, Editor in Chief July 28, 2023

Lightheartedly, I bought tickets to “Barbie.” Rounding up my closest female friends, I donned my pink tank top and sat in a cold theater prepared to laugh and escape reality for an hour and 54 minutes.  Instead,...

“Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret” Healed my Girlhood

Morgan Hausback, Copy Editor May 11, 2023

Last weekend, I took myself on a date to the Alamo Drafthouse to see “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.”  The film instantly transported me back to my fifth grade self, when my mom sat me...

Swindled By SLU: How the UNews Got Evicted For the 3rd Time

Diana Jakovcevic, Editor in Chief April 28, 2023

The University News has been at SLU since 1921, and much has changed in the last few decades. With the rise of online media, there is a decreasing consumption of physical paper news, making our print issues...

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Redesigning the City

John Prusak, Opinion Editor April 26, 2023

The identities of many Americans are tied to their cars. Whether it be the wealthy business-person and their Mercedes GT-Class, or the soccer mom with her Honda Odyssey, the model of car one drives can...

The What, Why and Hows about Pollen Allergies

The What, Why and Hows about Pollen Allergies

Ameya Padakanti, Staff Writer April 25, 2023

It is finally spring time. Tulip season, flowers and greenery. These are the images that usually come to people’s minds when they talk about the season, but do not forget the one downside. Runny noses,...

Spring Has Sprung

Spring Has Sprung

Calla Truschel Jacobs, Contributor March 29, 2023

Spring has officially sprung. With it, comes the delightful ecosystems that have been sleeping for the past few months which have opened their blossoms and developed new leaves. So many new smells and...

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