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Brown noise soothes sleepers

Brown noise soothes sleepers
Deep bass lullaby calms listeners.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief September 28, 2022

A soundtrack that makes sound sleepers, the quiet rumble of brown noise infiltrated homes across the country after a viral TikTok trend produced a slew of videos about its soothing powers. The deep, rolling sound of brown noise creates a complex calmness that sweeps the sleepy listener into blissful...

TikTok’s emotional rollercoaster endangers users’ mental health

TikTok's emotional rollercoaster endangers users' mental health
TikTok negatively influences the mental health of young adults.
Lauren Good, Staff Writer September 21, 2022

TikTok is a social media platform where people from across the world share and view short form videos for entertainment, education, politics and business. After the global pandemic, the app has increased in popularity. In light of the worldwide increase of depression and anxiety, however, it is clear...

The Eddy returns

THE EDDY: Recording artist Jordy Searcy shared his music with students.
Alumna O. Bree Mays and Jordy Searcy rock Fireplace Pavilion.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor April 22, 2022

On April 21, Jordy Searcy and alumna O. Bree Mays took to the stage to put on The Eddy for the first time in two years. Mays opened the event with a few stunning and unreleased singles, while Searcy played some well-loved hits like “Molly” and “Love and War in Your Twenties.”  PERFORMANCES   Students...

After six years of silence, Adele released ‘30’

After six years of silence, Adele released ‘30’
Adele’s fourth album depicts intense emotion and vulnerability.
Kate Bomar, Photographer November 20, 2021

After six years of silence, Adele released her fourth album titled “30.” Continuing the title tradition, Adele shows her maturity in her latest release. “30” features a range of deep emotions through lyrical ballads and tearful melodies.  THE PROCESS In an interview with Apple Music, Adele...

Social media and college students, part III

Social media and college students, part III
Students should not let TikTok influence their voting decisions.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor November 5, 2021

Scrolling through TikTok during the tense political climate of 2020 became a primary outlet for political information. Schools shut down because of COVID-19. Human interaction became limited to family members. Everyone’s screen time skyrocketed because there was nothing else to do.  A few months...

Social media and college students, part II

Social media and college students, part II
The psychological implications of being ‘liked.’
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor October 29, 2021

Eating disorders. Body image. Social anxiety. Fear. Depression. Suicide. Social media causes many users to empathize with these experiences. There is no young person left untouched. It is a new way of life—our generation is just the first to undergo the psychological fallout of social media.  The...

Remi Wolf releases a kaleidoscope experience

Remi Wolf releases a kaleidoscope experience
“Juno” combines unique sounds with raw lyricism for a standout pop album.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor October 16, 2021

Following her recent fame from the viral TikTok song “Photo ID,” Remi Wolf did not disappoint with her latest release. On Oct. 15, she dropped “Juno,” a bright, colorful funk-pop piece that offers more than fun beats and sound effects. Wolf acknowledges difficult truths about herself, encouraging...

The self-care movement is not all it seems

The self-care movement is not all it seems
While it has good intent, the movement misses the mark.
Christina Grattan, Freelance Writer October 11, 2021

A new buzzword has entered the lives of college students: self-care. Essentially, self-care is prioritizing your own wellbeing, physically, mentally and emotionally. It means taking the time to care for yourself amid a busy schedule.  From Instagram advertisements to TikToks, the self-care movement...

TikTok and the British Fashion Council unite for this season’s fashion show

TikTok and the British Fashion Council unite for this season’s fashion show
Featuring both live and in-person shows, LFW 2021 was truly unique.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor September 21, 2021

London fashion week runs from Sept. 16–21 this year in a hybrid format that allows the event to feel normal—but better. Many designers are offering live versions of their shows, while other designers are opting for in-person shows hosted at the Old Selfridges Hotel.  TIKTOK SPONSORSHIP  On Sept....

Everything to know about Olivia Rodrigo’s new hit single “Drivers License”

Everything to know about Olivia Rodrigo’s new hit single “Drivers License”
This new pop musician gained attention from celebrities and fans all over the world and continues to break records with new song.
Kate Bomar, Photographer January 26, 2021

“Drivers License” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100  chart for two weeks, drew 76.1 million listeners across the world, set Spotify’s platform records for most streams in a week and gained recognition from several people in the entertainment industry. Here is how that happened.  RECOGNITION...